Glutathione

How it works

Every cell's main antioxidant, a tripeptide that mops up free radicals. Now sold in IV drips for lighter skin, at brunch prices.

What it's made of

3 amino acids (glutamate, cysteine and glycine) that all your cells make. It is their main antioxidant. The one sold is the same molecule, unchanged.

What it's for

Prescribed for

Nothing, as a drug.

Sold as

Lightens the skin and “detoxes,” in capsules or by IV drip.