Chemist Confessions

#165: We are finally talking about this ingredient: GLUTATHIONE!


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WE HEARD YOU! We explore the science behind one of the most requested and hyped ingredients skincare sector: glutathione. We break down what this "master antioxidant" actually is.

01:25 | What is Glutathione? Breaking down the tri-peptide 

01:54 | Why is it called the "Master Antioxidant"? 
02:43 | Mechanisms: Tyrosinase inhibition and skin whitening 
03:16 | The Stability Struggle: Why pH and temperature matter 
06:18 | Half-life study: How quickly does it degrade in your products? 
08:12 | Gold Standard Age Booster: Tactical hyperpigmentation tool 
08:40 | Does it actually work? Reviewing topical clinical studies 
12:35 | Study Deep Dive: 0.5% GSH vs. placebo on Indonesian women 
17:36 | Oxidized Glutathione (GSSG): Is a more stable version better?

Product Shoutout: Double Play Retinol Face and Eye Treatment:

https://chemistconfessions.com/products/double-play-retinol-face-eye-treatment

Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc

Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams 

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