Ipamorelin vs Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.
Growth Hormone Peptides
IpamorelinSkin & Cosmetic
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7- Summary
- Ipamorelin is a selective GHRP (growth hormone releasing peptide) and one of the cleanest GH secretagogues available. It selectively stimulates GH release without significantly raising cortisol, prolactin, or appetite — making it ideal for long-term use and anti-aging protocols.
- Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 (Rigin) is a cosmetic peptide consisting of palmitic acid linked to the tetrapeptide sequence GQPR (Gly-Gln-Pro-Arg). It was designed to mimic the biological activity of the IgG immunoglobulin C-terminus, which downregulates the production of interleukin-6 (IL-6), a key driver of skin aging and inflammation.
- Half-Life
- 2 hours
- Topical penetration-dependent; effects last hours to days
- Admin Route
- SubQ
- Topical
- Research
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- Typical Dose
- 100–300 mcg
- 2-5 ppm concentration in formulation
- Frequency
- Once to twice daily
- Twice daily
- Key Benefits
- Increases lean muscle mass
- Enhances fat loss
- Improves recovery time
- Strengthens bones and joints
- Better sleep quality and REM sleep
- Enhanced skin elasticity
- Minimal impact on hunger or cortisol
- No cortisol or prolactin spike
- Clean GH release suitable for long-term protocols
- Reduces IL-6 inflammatory cytokine in skin
- Prevents 'inflammaging' of the skin
- Inhibits MMP collagen-degrading enzymes
- Synergistic with Matrixyl for anti-aging
- Clinically tested for wrinkle and skin texture improvement
- Well-tolerated topically
- Side Effects
- Injection site irritation
- Temporary water retention (mild)
- Possible hunger increase (milder than GHRP-6)
- Numbness or tingling in extremities (rare)
- Contact sensitization (rare)
- Well-tolerated at standard concentrations
- Stacks With
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