Peptide Cheat Sheet
A research reference to common peptides, their studied mechanisms, and how to source & store them properly.
The information below is for educational and research reference only. These compounds are not intended for human consumption, diagnosis, or treatment of any condition. No medical or therapeutic claims are made or implied. Always consult a qualified professional.
BPC-157
Healing & Recovery
Studied for tendon, ligament & GI tract repair
SubQ · typically 250–500mcg/day (research)
TB-500
Recovery
Studied for inflammation reduction & tissue remodeling
SubQ · typically 2–5mg/week (research)
CJC-1295
Growth Hormone
Growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) analog
SubQ · often stacked with a GHRP
Ipamorelin
Growth Hormone
Growth hormone secretagogue (GHRP)
SubQ · 100–300mcg per dose (research)
GHK-Cu
Cosmetic / Skin
Studied for skin repair, hair follicles & collagen
Topical or SubQ
Semaglutide
Metabolic (GLP-1)
GLP-1 receptor agonist; glucose metabolism research
SubQ · micro-dose protocol
AOD-9604
Fat Metabolism
Studied for lipolysis (fat breakdown)
SubQ · typically 300mcg/day (research)
MOTS-c
Metabolic
Mitochondrial-derived peptide; exercise & metabolism research
SubQ · typically 5–10mg/week (research)
Epitalon
Longevity
Studied for telomerase activity & pineal function
SubQ · short research cycles
DSIP
Sleep
Delta sleep-inducing peptide; deep sleep research
SubQ · evening dosing (research)
Selank
Stress / Mood
Studied for anxiety & cognitive balance
SubQ or intranasal (research)
Melanotan II
Pigmentation
Melanocortin agonist; tanning research
SubQ · very low micro-doses (research)
Sourcing & Storage Primer
Buy Pure & Tested
- • Look for third-party lab reports (COA) confirming purity (99%+).
- • Avoid vendors with no batch testing or vague sourcing.
- • Lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder in sealed vials is the standard.
Reconstitution
- • Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water (BAC) — not tap or saline.
- • Add water slowly down the vial wall, never directly onto the peptide.
- • Swirl gently; do not shake.
Storage
- • Lyophilized (unreconstituted): freezer, long-term stable.
- • Reconstituted: refrigerator (34–38°F); use within 20–30 days.
- • Keep away from light, heat, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Handling
- • Use sterile insulin syringes for accurate micro-dosing.
- • Wipe vial tops with alcohol before each draw.
- • Keep a log of batch numbers, doses, and dates.