What Is Copper Peptide Microneedling?

Newly introduced at Eva Clinic, copper peptide microneedling reflects our commitment to bringing genuinely innovative, evidence-informed treatments to Bath.

Copper peptide (GHK-Cu) microneedling is a regenerative scalp treatment that combines controlled microneedling with the topical application of copper peptide serum, aimed at supporting thinning hair and improving overall scalp health. GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide that declines with age — a drop that’s been linked to slower hair follicle cycling and reduced scalp repair. Microneedling creates temporary micro-channels in the scalp that significantly improve the peptide’s absorption, allowing it to reach the follicle environment far more effectively than topical application alone.

How GHK-Cu Supports Hair Growth

GHK-Cu works through several mechanisms relevant to hair health: it helps calm the low-grade inflammation around hair follicles that can contribute to thinning, supports blood vessel formation around follicles to improve their nutrient supply, and acts as a cofactor for antioxidant enzymes that help protect follicle stem cells from damage. Unlike treatments that work by blocking hormones, GHK-Cu supports the scalp environment those follicles are trying to grow in — which is part of why it’s increasingly used alongside, rather than instead of, more established treatments.

The Treatment: Microneedling + Topical Copper Peptide

Treatment begins with controlled microneedling across the scalp, creating microscopic channels that dramatically increase how well topically applied ingredients are absorbed — research shows permeation through microneedled skin can be up to ten times higher than through intact skin. Immediately afterwards, a carefully concentrated copper peptide serum is applied, taking advantage of these open channels for far deeper, more effective delivery than a serum used alone at home ever could achieve. Sessions are typically carried out monthly as part of a course.

What to Expect

Microneedling involves a mild scratching or vibrating sensation depending on the device used, and is generally well tolerated; numbing cream can be used for sensitive clients. There’s minimal downtime — some redness for a few hours is normal, similar to other microneedling treatments. Because hair follicles cycle over 8–12 week periods, meaningful visible change takes time; most treatment courses are assessed over a minimum of three to five monthly sessions.

Who Is It Suitable For?

This treatment is best suited to clients experiencing early-stage thinning or looking to support overall scalp and hair health, either on its own or alongside other treatments such as Fotona HAIRestart. It is not a substitute for prescription hair loss treatment where hormonal (androgenic) hair loss is the primary driver, and a consultation will help determine whether copper peptide microneedling alone, or in combination with other approaches, best suits your specific pattern of hair loss.