After researching injectable peptides for a year, I found LifeWaves’ phototherapy stem-cell-activating peptide patches, which won the Bio Tech Breakthrough 2025 Stem Cell Innovation of the Year Award. Our bodies emit heat, including heat in the infrared spectrum. LifeWave patches are designed to trap this infrared energy when placed on the body, causing them to reflect it back and stimulate specific points on the skin that promote a general state of health and healthy activity unique to each LifeWave patch.
I was skeptical that a sticker on my body worn for 12 hours would be effective; however, I know for a fact that LifeWave’s peptide patches are making a difference in my body.
I began wearing LifeWaves’ patches when I was having some serious struggles inside my body and was getting pretty desperate, despite being under the care of multiple, phenomenal functional medicine doctors for a decade. After wearing them consistently for about 3 months, I was feeling so good that I actually started running daily, which I haven’t done since middle school track practice. I feel great! My energy is high, my muscles aren’t spasming, and my lungs are behaving wonderfully.
I decided to start partnering with LifeWave so you can enjoy the benefits that I’ve received. You can purchase patches here or get in contact with the Client Care Coordinator to help you decide which patch or combination of patches will work best for you!
You can access LifeWave’s in-depth guide on patch placement and usage here. Patches are typically worn for about 12 hours as they are designed to work with your body’s natural rhythms. Limiting wear also allows for continuous, non-invasive support while preventing potential desensitization or overstimulation.
Below, you’ll find a brief explanation of each LifeWave patch, including a PDF of key research.
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LifeWave’s Peptide-Associated Patches
These patches are associated with measurable changes in specific peptides or biochemical markers.
X39®
If your body is aging, inflamed, or slow to heal, it’s because regenerative signaling is declining—X39 targets that root problem rather than masking symptoms. X39 elevates the body’s own GHK and GHK-Cu copper peptides, which are scientifically linked to tissue repair, stem-cell signaling, collagen synthesis, and gene regulation. Clinical blood analysis shows measurable increases in these peptides within days, not months.
X49®
X49® elevates the copper peptide AHK-Cu, which supports cellular communication related to strength, stamina, recovery, and cognitive performance. Clinical research shows statistically significant changes in bone and muscle biomarkers, amino acids, and peptides related to physical performance and recovery.
Y-Age® Aeon
If you live in a constant fight-or-flight state, your nervous system is draining your health—Aeon is designed to down-regulate that stress at the biochemical level. Aeon targets chronic inflammation and stress chemistry by modulating cortisol, neurotransmitters, and inflammatory biomarkers like C-reactive protein. Clinical testing shows shifts in dopamine precursors and detoxification markers within 24 hours, indicating reduced oxidative and neurological stress.
Alavida®
Alavida® supports skin and body rejuvenation by influencing peptides associated with cellular renewal and antioxidant activity. Clinical evaluations show statistically significant improvements in skin hydration, firmness, tone, fine lines, and overall appearance.
Glutathione
The Glutathione patch supports the body’s antioxidant systems by influencing glutathione activity, a key molecule involved in detoxification and immune support. Studies demonstrate statistically significant improvements in cellular physiological function across multiple organs.
Carnosine
Carnosine is a naturally occurring dipeptide associated with cellular protection and metabolic support. Clinical studies show statistically significant improvements in cellular physiological function in organs, including the liver, pancreas, adrenal glands, thyroid, and hypothalamus.
LifeWave’s Non-Peptide Patches
These patches do not elevate or target specific peptides.
Energy Enhancer®
Energy Enhancer works through photobiomodulation and bioelectrical stimulation of specific acupuncture points, rather than peptide signaling. This stimulation is associated with improved circulation and mitochondrial efficiency, supporting cellular energy utilization.
IceWave®
IceWave® patches are designed to support pain and inflammation reduction using phototherapy applied at specific acupuncture points. Clinical trials demonstrate statistically significant reductions in localized musculoskeletal pain.
Silent Nights®
Silent Nights® patches are designed to support healthy sleep patterns using non-transdermal stimulation of acupuncture points associated with sleep regulation. Clinical studies show improvements in sleep quality, duration, and nighttime awakenings in 72–88% of participants, with no adverse events reported.
SP6 Complete®
LifeWave’s SP6 Complete® is designed to support appetite regulation, metabolic balance, and endocrine system function through stimulation of the acupuncture point ST36. Studies demonstrate improvements in digestive, endocrine, metabolic, and hypothalamic cellular function.
LifeWave’s Animal Patch
Healthy living extends beyond humans! LifeWave has also been working on patches to help our animal friends.
AcuLife®
AcuLife patches nurture a healthy inflammatory response while soothing minor aches and pains in horses.
Erin Myers is an international presenter on scoliosis and founder of Spiral Spine, a company designed to enrich the lives of people with scoliosis. She’s also created a number of scoliosis resources including the books I Have Scoliosis; Now What? and Analyzing Scoliosis, the scoliometer app (iPhone and Android) and many videos. She owns Spiral Spine Pilates studio in Brentwood, TN, which allows her to actively pursue her passion of helping those with scoliosis through Pilates, which she has been doing for over 15 years.