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Skin Science
SS-31 (Elamipretide)
Molecular Weight
640.82 Da
Half-Life
~4-6 hours
Dosing Protocol
5-40 mg subcutaneous daily
Key Benefits
Mitochondrial skin rejuvenationROS reductionATP restorationCellular anti-aging
Mechanism of Action
Mitochondria-targeted peptide that binds cardiolipin, stabilizes inner membrane, reduces ROS production, restores ATP synthesis in skin cells.
Research Summary
In clinical trials for mitochondrial myopathies. Preclinical data shows remarkable mitochondrial protection and cellular rejuvenation.
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