How Glutathione Benefits Skin Health

Glutathione is essential for every cell in the body, and skin cells are no exception. In fact, increasing glutathione levels with liposomal glutathione liquid may help improve skin health and appearance.

"Glutathione is essential for every cell in the body, and skin cells are no exception."

This article will explore glutathione benefits for the skin and how to supplement glutathione for skin health. Keep reading to discover:

● What is glutathione?

● Glutathione for skin health

● The research on supplements - glutathione benefits skin complexion

● Why you should choose liposomal glutathione liquid, gelcaps, or capsules from Core Med Science

What is Glutathione?

Glutathione is a tripeptide composed of three amino acids. Your body makes glutathione, and also gets some from dietary sources. No matter the source, glutathione is essential for cellular function and antioxidant actions that neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress. Glutathione also plays an essential role in antioxidant regeneration and immune system regulation. (Source 1)

Glutathione deficiency is associated with aging and chronic disease, including neurodegenerative, metabolic, and autoimmune diseases. (Source 1)

Glutathione for Skin Health

Glutathione also plays a key role in skin health. The skin requires specific nutrients to function well, has a specialized microbiome, and is part of the overall immune protection of the body.

Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that plays a protective role in the skin. It protects the skin from oxidative stress caused by free radicals, which can damage collagen and elastin proteins, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and other signs of aging.

"Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that plays a protective role in the skin. It protects the skin from oxidative stress caused by free radicals, which can damage collagen and elastin proteins, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and other signs of aging."

Further, glutathione is anti-melanogenic, meaning it blocks the production of melanin, which gives skin its pigmentation. This action may promote skin whitening and brightening effects. (Source 2)

Supplemental Glutathione Benefits for the Skin

Research suggests supplementing with glutathione has visible effects on the skin. In one double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of healthy females, the women who took glutathione supplements had fewer wrinkles, better skin elasticity, and improved dark spots compared to the placebo. The study suggests glutathione is a significant player in anti-aging skin care. (Source 3)

"The study suggests glutathione is a significant player in anti-aging skincare."

In a review of four studies, researchers suggest that supplementing with glutathione can brighten the skin, especially in sun-exposed areas prone to more sun damage. They conclude that glutathione has possible skin-lightening and whitening effects, although the data on this claim continues to be mixed. (Source 4)

Clinically, when I ran my IV clinic, patients receiving IV glutathione reported improved complexion and skin hydration after treatments.

Liposomal Glutathione Liquid Supplements

Glutathione is a peptide; therefore, it's destroyed by stomach acid and digestive enzymes, limiting the ability of supplements to boost glutathione levels. However, liposomal glutathione solves this problem by encapsulating glutathione molecules within a lipid liposome similar to the body's cell membranes.

While supplementing with glutathione is the most effective way to increase glutathione levels in the body and skin, liposomal glutathione is superior to standard options. One study showed a 40% increase in blood levels of glutathione after just one week of supplementation. (Source 5)

Core Med Science Liposomal Glutathione - Liquid delivers 500mg per serving of high-quality liposomal glutathione in a sunflower phospholipid base. Because of the liquid formulation, it's easy to adjust the dosage to your needs. If you prefer capsules, try Core Med Science Liposomal Glutathione - Softgels or Core Med Science Liposomal Glutathione - Capsules.

Always work with your functional medicine provider for personalized supplement guidance and advice on what to avoid when taking glutathione.

Many are concerned with skin health and appearance and turn towards expensive anti-aging skincare. Please don't neglect the skin care that comes from within by maximizing glutathione levels for its antioxidant and melanin-blocking effects. Core Med Science's effective liposomal formulas make skin care a breeze!

Are you interested in learning more? Read about 14 liposomal glutathione benefits for your health.

References:

1. Minich, D. M., & Brown, B. I. (2019). A Review of Dietary (Phyto)Nutrients for Glutathione Support. Nutrients, 11(9), 2073.
2. Sonthalia, S., Daulatabad, D., & Sarkar, R. (2016). Glutathione as a skin whitening agent: Facts, myths, evidence and controversies. Indian journal of dermatology, venereology and leprology, 82(3), 262-272.
3. Weschawalit, S., Thongthip, S., Phutrakool, P., & Asawanonda, P. (2017). Glutathione and its antiaging and antimelanogenic effects. Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology, 10, 147-153.
4. Dilokthornsakul, W., Dhippayom, T., & Dilokthornsakul, P. (2019). The clinical effect of glutathione on skin color and other related skin conditions: A systematic review. Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 18(3), 728-737.
5. Sinha, R., Sinha, I., Calcagnotto, A., Trushin, N., Haley, J. S., Schell, T. D., & Richie, J. P., Jr (2018). Oral supplementation with liposomal glutathione elevates body stores of glutathione and markers of immune function. European journal of clinical nutrition, 72(1), 105-111.