Peptide Therapy
Physician-guided peptide protocols designed around your individual health goals. By consultation only.
You might consider this if these apply to you
Recovery from injury, signs of aging, low energy, stubborn body composition, or skin that needs renewal from the inside out
Recovery and healing
Skin radiance and renewal
Performance and optimization
Results and how long they last
Initial effects within 2–4 weeks for healing and sleep. Body composition and skin improvements over 1–3 months. Full longevity and optimization benefits at 3–6 months with consistent protocol adherence.
What it is
Peptides are short chains of amino acids — small signaling molecules the body uses naturally for cellular communication. In a clinical setting, pharmaceutical-grade peptides can be used to support specific biological pathways under physician supervision.
At Luxe Forté, peptide therapy is never one-size-fits-all. Every protocol begins with a consultation and targeted lab work so your provider can determine the right approach for your biology and your goals. The result is a custom program designed around you.
Our Cherry Creek clinic at 36 Steele St, Suite 100 offers peptide therapy consultations to clients from across Denver — including nearby Cherry Creek North, Country Club, Congress Park, Belcaro, Hilltop, and Hale, as well as Capitol Hill, Washington Park, and the broader Denver metro. Our Cherry Creek studio is across from the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, near the 22-mile Cherry Creek Bike Path and a short drive from the Denver Botanic Gardens and Wash Park.
Many clients also consider Hyperbaric Chamber and NAD+ as related options.
What to expect
Your peptide journey begins with a one-on-one consultation where your provider reviews your health history, current concerns, and goals. Targeted lab work is typically ordered to establish a baseline before any protocol is recommended.
Once results are in, your provider designs a custom protocol specifying which peptides, dosages, frequency, and duration are appropriate for you. Most are administered via subcutaneous injection — a tiny needle just under the skin. You can choose self-administration at home with provider training, or come in for provider-administered sessions.
Follow-up appointments track your progress and adjust your protocol as your body responds. Peptide therapy is a clinical process — results compound with consistent adherence and ongoing physician oversight.
Our provider(s)
Each treatment at Luxe Forté is performed by a trained clinical specialist, under medical oversight, with protocols tailored to your skin.
Elizabeth Maes, RN, BSN
RN, BSN, 14+ years aesthetic medicine and clinical leadership experience.
Service FAQs
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How are peptides administered?
Depending on the specific peptide protocol, administration may involve subcutaneous injections, oral capsules, nasal sprays, or topical creams. Many patients self-administer at home after initial training from our team. Your provider will determine the best delivery method based on your protocol and comfort level.
What are peptides and how do they work?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as signaling molecules in your body. They communicate with cells to trigger specific biological responses — like collagen production, fat metabolism, muscle repair, or immune modulation. Peptide therapy uses targeted peptides to optimize these natural processes.
Can peptides help with specific body composition goals?
Yes — physician-guided peptide protocols can support body composition goals when paired with proper nutrition and training. Specific peptide categories support tissue repair, recovery, and metabolic and hormonal pathways relevant to body composition. Eligibility, peptide selection, and dosing are determined entirely through consultation, lab work, and ongoing physician oversight at Luxe Forté. We do not recommend specific compounds outside of a clinical relationship.
How long should I be on peptide therapy?
Most peptide protocols run 8-12 weeks initially to allow adequate time for your body to respond and benefit from the treatment. Many clients then maintain results with lower maintenance doses or periodic peptide cycles. Some people benefit from year-round peptide therapy depending on their goals, while others prefer cycling on and off to maintain responsiveness and biological adaptability. Your medical team will design a long-term peptide strategy aligned with your specific health and performance objectives.
How quickly do peptides show results?
Timelines depend on the specific protocol your provider designs. Some categories of peptides support effects like tissue repair or sleep within days to weeks; others targeting metabolic, body composition, or longevity pathways typically develop over weeks to months. We monitor your response throughout and adjust your protocol based on labs, symptoms, and progress toward your individual goals. Specific peptide selection and timeline expectations are set during consultation.
What categories of peptides are available at Luxe Forté?
Luxe Forté offers a comprehensive, physician-guided peptide formulary covering several categories: tissue repair and recovery, skin radiance and cellular renewal, metabolic and body composition support, and cognitive and longevity pathways. Each peptide protocol is matched to your individual biology, goals, and lab work — we don't publish specific compounds publicly because peptide selection is a clinical decision made between you and your provider during consultation. Sourcing is exclusively from licensed U.S. compounding pharmacies that meet rigorous purity and potency standards.
What is peptide therapy and how does it work?
Peptide therapy uses targeted amino acid sequences that signal your body's cells to perform specific functions—whether optimizing hormones, accelerating healing, enhancing muscle growth, or supporting cognitive function. These bioidentical peptides work with your body's natural systems rather than replacing them, making them a powerful yet gentle approach to optimization. Each peptide protocol is highly specific, allowing us to address individual health goals from hormone balance to recovery enhancement to longevity support.
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