Face Max Stack
Risk: ModerateSkin quality, collagen density, jawline definition, and hair optimization — for maximising facial aesthetics.
Overview
The Face Max Stack targets the key levers of facial aesthetics: skin quality and collagen density (BPC-157, GLOW's GHK-Cu component), GH-driven elasticity and recovery (CJC-1295/Ipamorelin), hair retention (Finasteride), and surface skin renewal (Retinol). These compounds work on different pathways and can be run together with minimal interactions.
Why this stack works
BPC-157: Stimulates collagen synthesis and fibroblast activity, improving skin elasticity and facial skin quality. Also reduces systemic inflammation that contributes to skin aging.
GLOW: Three-peptide blend (BPC-157 + GHK-Cu + TB-500). The GHK-Cu component is one of the most studied skin-rejuvenating peptides — stimulates collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan synthesis. TB-500 adds systemic recovery. If you're already running BPC-157 standalone, GLOW lets you swap to a single injection that adds GHK-Cu and TB-500 without doubling up.
CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin: Pulsatile GH release indirectly improves skin elasticity and dermal thickness via IGF-1, and supports the recovery substrate the other peptides build on.
Finasteride: Inhibits 5-alpha reductase, reducing DHT conversion. Prevents follicle miniaturisation and is the most evidence-backed hair retention compound available.
Retinol: The gold standard topical for skin renewal. Increases cell turnover, stimulates collagen production, and reduces fine lines. Start at 0.25% and build tolerance before moving to higher concentrations.
Protocol timeline
1 phase · 16 weeks total
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| Compound | Dose | Frequency | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPC-157 | 250–500mcg | Daily | SubQ or oral |
| GLOW (BPC-157 + GHK-Cu + TB-500) | per-component (see GLOW page) | BPC/GHK daily, TB-500 weekly | SubQ |
| CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin | 100–200mcg each | 2× daily SubQ (AM + pre-sleep) | SubQ |
| Finasteride | 1mg | Daily | Oral |
| Retinol (Vitamin A) | 0.25–1% cream | Nightly | Topical |
Items needed for this phase
- Finasteride 1mg— Rx required (e.g. Hims, Keeps)
- Retinol 0.25–1% cream— OTC — start low, build tolerance
Ancillaries:
- BPC-157 and GLOW overlap on BPC-157 — pick one or the other if you want to keep dosing simple. Listed together to show both options
- Finasteride: basic liver function monitoring recommended long-term
- Ensure adequate dietary fat intake (needed for fat-soluble vitamin/collagen synthesis)
- Sunscreen — retinol increases photosensitivity
Where to buy
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- Finasteride 1mgFace Max— Rx required (e.g. Hims, Keeps)
- Retinol 0.25–1% creamFace Max— OTC — start low, build tolerance
Conclusion
The Face Max Stack is one of the lower-risk stacks in the library — most of these compounds are available OTC, via prescription, or as research peptides. The combination addresses skin, hair, and collagen systematically. Results take time: expect meaningful improvement at 12–16 weeks.