Gly-Pro-Hyp
Glycyl-L-prolyl-L-hydroxyproline
3 Amino Acids · MW: 285.30 Da
Amino Acids
3
Molecular Weight
285.30 Da
Half-life
Minutes to hours
Research Score
3.8
Studies
65
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Gly-Pro-Hyp?
A collagen tripeptide used in skin and connective-tissue research. It is of cosmetic interest because small collagen fragments like this are studied for their potential to support dermal matrix signaling and skin elasticity.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
dermal-matrix-support
skin-elasticity
fibroblast-migration
wound-repair
Research Summary
Gly-Pro-Hyp is one of the signature tripeptides generated from collagen hydrolysates and is commonly used as a biomarker of collagen digestion. Experimental work links it to skin-cell signaling, making it relevant to both wound-healing and cosmetic peptide research.
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