Glutathione

 Product Information

Cat #
MCLX0237
INCI Name
Glutathione
CAS
70-18-8
Molecular Formula
C10H17N3O6S
Molecular Weight
307.32
Primary Properties
1. Anti-aging by preventing damage to important cellular components caused by sources such as reactive oxygen species, free radicals, peroxides, lipid peroxides, and heavy metals.
2. Whitening by interfering with the trafficking of melanogenic enzymes and inhibits tyrosinase activity, and melanosome transfer.
Product Type
Raw material
Production Method
Biotechnology
Appearance
White or off-white powder
Solubility
Water soluble
Size
Customizable
Application
Used in whitening, anti-aging and other skin care products.
Use Recommendations
Glutathione cannot be added to cosmetics in combination with vitamin B12, vitamin B13, otherwise it will cause skin allergies.
Use Levels
0.1%-0.5%
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place.
Shelf Life
12-24 months
Shipping
Timely shipping

 Description

Glutathione is an antioxidant present in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria. It is a tripeptide that consists of 3 amino acids, cysteine, glutamic acid, and glycine. L-Glutathione (reduced form) plays an important role in preventing oxidative damage to the skin in addition to its many recognized biological functions, glutathione has also been associated with skin lightening ability.

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