Ingredient

glutathione

Low risk

FunctionAntioxidant

What it is

Glutathione is a naturally occurring antioxidant found in the body, and in cosmetics it is used as a topical antioxidant, often in brightening-style formulas.

What it does

Applied topically, it helps defend against oxidative stress and is popular in products marketed for a brighter, more even-looking complexion. Such appearance-level benefits are cosmetic rather than clinically proven.

Typical use

Found at low levels in serums, essences and masks, frequently combined with vitamin C and other antioxidants.

Who it suits / good to know

Generally suits most skin types; often chosen by those interested in radiance and tone.

Safety

Graded low risk as an antioxidant with low irritation potential. Patch-test a finished product if your skin is sensitive. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk - plant/vitamin antioxidant with low irritation potential.
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Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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