Growth Hormone Support

Growth hormone (GH) plays a critical role throughout adult life, regulating body composition, metabolism, sleep quality, recovery, skin health, and cognitive function. Its steady decline after our mid-20s is one of the primary physiological mechanisms driving what we call aging. At SkinMD in Greater Boston, physician-supervised peptide therapy offers a proven way to stimulate natural GH production without the risks associated with synthetic HGH.

What Causes Growth Hormone Support?

Growth hormone production peaks in the mid-20s and declines at approximately 14% per decade. This is driven by aging, poor sleep, chronic stress, obesity, sedentary behavior, and reduced sensitivity of the pituitary gland to stimulating signals. Low IGF-1, the primary downstream marker of GH status, is associated with increased body fat, reduced muscle mass, impaired sleep, slower healing, and accelerated skin aging.

How Peptide Therapy Can Help

SkinMD uses Sermorelin, a GHRH analog, to stimulate the pituitary gland’s own production of growth hormone. This approach works within the body’s normal physiological feedback system rather than introducing exogenous hormone. The result is a restoration of GH levels appropriate to the individual, monitored through regular IGF-1 testing throughout your protocol at SkinMD.

Signs You May Be Experiencing This

• Increased body fat, particularly around the abdomen, without significant lifestyle change
• Loss of muscle mass and reduced strength despite regular exercise
• Deteriorating sleep quality or difficulty achieving deep, restorative sleep
• Slower recovery from exercise or injury
• Declining skin quality, elasticity, and thickness
• Confirmed low or low-normal IGF-1 on lab work

our team

At SkinMD, we prioritize a physician-led approach to beauty. Our founder and medical director, Dr. Paul Flashner, ensures that our master injectors and aestheticians are trained in the latest techniques under his expert guidance. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance your natural beauty while delivering exceptional results. The trust we cultivate with our patients through consistent, natural outcomes is what truly brings us joy.

MEET THE TEAM

Skin MD has a beautiful atmosphere, friendly staff, affordable pricing, and any treatment your skin needs. I received the Venus Legacy treatment (a collagen-boosting treatment) from Shannon and had a wonderful experience. Not only was it like a warm massage for my face, but this treatment gave IMMEDIATE plumping, increased blood circulation, and made my skin glow! I will definitely be coming back for all my skin needs and medical-grade skin care. I recommend it to everyone!

~ Skyla M.

The staff are so welcoming and comforting. They take time to listen to your needs and they do not pressure you into doing anything you don't want to do. They also take time to explain the process and their decision making to you so that you have all the facts.

~ Lauren M.

Friendly, fast, and professional service at the highest quality. Really impressed with the results of their services, and my technician is very knowledgeable and helpful when I have any questions. They made sure I was fully educated on the services I received and perform check-ins to ensure my skin heals properly. Also, the most convenient location in Back Bay!

~ Jules B.

I cannot say enough great things about this SkinMD. The staff was amazing, and their services are amazing. I am so, so happy with how my nose came out, and I am now a lifetime customer of SkinMD and will be recommending SkinMD to everyone I know.

~ Carrigan D.

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Recommended Peptide Treatments

Based on your symptoms, health history, and lab results, your SkinMD provider may recommend one or more of the following:

Sermorelin

A GHRH analog that stimulates natural pituitary GH secretion. Well-tolerated and appropriate for adults with confirmed or suspected growth hormone decline, monitored with IGF-1 throughout.

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SkinMD providers review your full picture, symptoms, labs, health history, and goals before recommending any peptide protocol. Book a consultation to find out which treatment is right for you.

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