If you’ve ever looked through my topical peptide shop and thought, “Okay… where in the world do I even begin with this DIY skincare chemistry set?” — I’ve got you. It may look a little intimidating at first, but I promise, it doesn’t have to be complicated. I put together a simple, step-by-step DIY guide that breaks it all down and makes choosing, mixing and using your topical peptides easy enough for just about anyone to follow. No chemistry degree required. https://peptidejunkies24.shop Use Code SKOOL40 for 40% off!!! ***************************************************************************************************** APPLICATION GUIDE: • Apply to clean, completely dry skin • For peptide powders, use a plain hyaluronic acid (HA) serum or compatible water-based serum as your base unless otherwise specified • After mixing peptide powders with a facial or scalp serum, allow the serum to sit overnight before use to allow the peptide powders to dissolve completely • Before each use, mix gently by rolling the bottle between your hands or swirling the bottle for 30 seconds • Avoid direct mixing or immediate layering with strong Vitamin C formulas or low-pH actives • If using potentially irritating actives in the same routine, separate application times when possible • Introduce new products gradually to assess skin tolerance • Always use sunscreen during the day, especially when using Retinol AVOID DIRECT MIXING WITH: • Low-pH exfoliating acids • Benzoyl peroxide • Strong oxidizing ingredients LAYERING RULES GENERALLY COMPATIBLE WITH: • Hyaluronic Acid • Ceramides • Madecassoside • Moisturizers • Compatible peptide formulations Refrigerate freshly mixed peptide formulas when appropriate for the ingredient and formulation. Prepare smaller batches when possible rather than assuming every reconstituted topical peptide will remain optimally stable for the same length of time. GENERAL PEPTIDE POWDER MIXING DIRECTIONS:

I hope everyone had an amazing Fourth of July weekend! First things first... sorry I've been a little MIA lately. Life has been life-ing pretty hard over here. I've had some exciting news, some disappointing news, and honestly enough stress over the last few weeks to keep my cortisol levels elevated through 2027. 😂 So let's start with the disappointing news... After almost 12 years as a Medical Laboratory Technician at the urology clinic where I work, administration has decided to restructure and eliminate the MLT positions across all five locations. Now, for me personally, this wasn't a complete shock. I was already planning my exit because I'll be moving almost two hours away soon. But my heart absolutely breaks for my fellow lab crew. Some of us saw the writing on the wall. Others were completely blindsided. Twelve years is a long time. I've spent more waking hours with some of these people than I have with my own family. We've survived staffing shortages, instrument breakdowns, impossible workloads, ridiculous situations that should have been documentaries, and enough urine samples to fill a small lake. So yes... it's bittersweet. But here's the thing... I've always believed that sometimes life shoves you in a direction that you probably should have gone anyway. And honestly? I'm excited. For the first time in a very long time, I will have the freedom to focus on the things I truly love. This group. Peptide education. My online store. Creating content. And finally launching my true crime podcast that I've been talking about forever. Seriously... you all have no idea how excited I am about having my own office. Not a corner. Not a spare room. Not a folding table full of peptide inventory. An actual office. A place for podcast equipment. A place for inventory. A place where I can organize my chaos instead of living in it. 😂 My house is about to stop looking like a laboratory supply closet collided with a crime documentary production studio. At least that's the goal.

Here’s a 32 minute instructional video I made to show steps for reconstitution and how easy it is to set up the Jade Nexus EZ Pen. There is a step by step written guide in the Skool group also. If anyone has any questions, please reach out and I’ll be happy to help. (Please ignore the million times I say “um” and “so” in the video- I’m trying to do better and my video editing software was not being cooperative- so, I just gave up!😆) EZ Pen: JADE NEXUS http://jadenexus.net/?ref=KRISTINA Discount Code: KRISTINA Peptipen: peptipen.com 10% OFF- KRISTINA10

https://www.tiktok.com/@walter.white.pep/video/7647247828649119006?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7647595593958802974 One of the most common questions I get is: "What does 7x testing actually mean, and is it better than traditional testing?" The answer isn't quite as simple as "more testing = better," but understanding the differences can help you make more informed decisions when choosing a peptide supplier. Traditional Peptide Testing Most reputable vendors provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) showing: ✅ Identity testing (confirming the peptide is what it claims to be) ✅ Purity testing (determining how much of the vial contains the intended peptide versus impurities) ✅ Sometimes quantity/content verification For many research purposes, this level of testing is considered adequate when performed by a legitimate third-party laboratory. What is 7x Testing? "7x Testing" generally refers to a more comprehensive quality control process where multiple analytical tests are performed on a peptide batch. Depending on the vendor, these tests may include: • Identity Confirmation • Purity Analysis • Peptide Content Verification • Mass Spectrometry • Heavy Metal Testing • Residual Solvent Testing • Endotoxin Testing • Sterility or Microbial Testing The exact testing panel varies by company, so it's important to ask what "7x testing" actually includes rather than assuming all vendors test for the same things. Benefits of 7x Testing ✔ Greater transparency ✔ Additional quality assurance ✔ More data available to researchers ✔ Potentially better detection of contaminants or manufacturing issues ✔ Increased confidence in batch consistency For researchers who value extensive documentation and quality control, the extra testing can provide peace of mind. Potential Drawbacks of 7x Testing ⚠ Higher product costs due to additional laboratory expenses

Let's talk about something almost everyone experiences on a GLP-1: The dreaded weight loss plateau. In the beginning, the weight seems to fall off effortlessly. The scale moves every week, your clothes fit differently, and motivation is sky-high. Then one day... Nothing. The scale stalls. The frustration sets in. Before you assume the medication has "stopped working," understand this: Plateaus are normal. In fact, they happen to nearly everyone. Why Weight Loss Slows Down: Your body is designed for survival. Its primary job is to maintain balance (homeostasis), not continuously lose weight. As you lose body fat, your body begins adapting to its new normal: -Your metabolism becomes more efficient -You burn fewer calories at rest -Your body tries to conserve energy -Hunger-regulating hormones begin adjusting Clinical studies of GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide show impressive weight loss results, but most people eventually experience a slowdown or plateau after months of treatment. That doesn't mean you've failed. It means your body is doing exactly what it was designed to do. What's Happening Behind the Scenes? Your Metabolism Adapts As body weight decreases, resting metabolic rate naturally declines. The body starts requiring fewer calories to function than it did at a higher weight. At the same time: - Muscle mass may decrease if protein intake and resistance training are inadequate - Fewer calories are burned during digestion - Energy efficiency improves The result? The calorie deficit that once produced rapid weight loss may no longer be enough. You Move Less Without Realizing It: Researchers call this NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis). As calories decrease and body weight drops, many people unconsciously: - Walk less - Fidget less - Stand less - Move less throughout the day These small changes can reduce daily calorie expenditure significantly over time. Hormones Fight Back: Weight loss affects several hormones involved in appetite and metabolism: