Glutathione
INCI: Glutathione | Function: Antioxidant / Brightening | Type: Tripeptide
What Is Glutathione?
Glutathione is the body's master antioxidant that inhibits melanin production and neutralizes free radicals for brightening.
Key Skin Benefits
- + Inhibits melanin
- + Potent antioxidant
- + Fades PIH
Pros
- + Body's primary antioxidant
- + Mild brightener
Cons
- − Oral whitening evidence limited
- − Stability-dependent
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Usage Areas | Face, Body |
| Product Type | Leave-On |
| Source | Synthetic (or yeast fermentation) |
| Natural Level | Semi-synthetic |
Safety Ratings
| Metric | Rating |
|---|
| Skin Sensitivity | 1-2/5 |
| Comedogenic Rating | 0/5 |
| EWG Score | 1/10 |
Typical Usage % by Product Type
| Product Type | Typical % |
|---|
| Brightening serum | 1 - 5% |
References
- Sonthalia S (2016) — Glutathione. PMID: 26777933