Glutathione Whitening Treatment, also known as IU Shot

What is Glutathione?

Glutathione is abundantly present in our body's liver, kidneys, brain, and other organs, and is a representative antioxidant substance.

By removing reactive oxygen species (ROS) to reduce cell damage and reactivating other antioxidants (such as vitamins C and E), it plays a crucial role in anti-aging and cell protection.

Whitening Benefits of Glutathione

Beyond its simple antioxidant action, glutathione plays a role in making the skin tone clear and even.

Tyrosinase Inhibition

It inhibits the action of the enzyme (tyrosinase) that produces melanin, preventing excessive pigment formation.

Melanin Conversion Effect

Instead of dark, dense eumelanin, it promotes the production of relatively brighter pheomelanin, helping the skin tone appear brighter.

Pigment Inhibition by Antioxidant Action

Reactive oxygen species generated by UV light, heat, or inflammatory reactions stimulate melanin production. Glutathione removes these, thereby inhibiting pigment formation itself.

Synergy with Vitamin C

Vitamin C revives oxidized glutathione, and glutathione, in turn, inhibits melanin synthesis, forming a powerful whitening network.

In summary: Glutathione inhibits melanin and guides it towards a relatively brighter melanin pathway, contributing to natural and even skin tone improvement.

Why choose Ggeut Oriental Medicine Clinic for Glutathione Treatment?

Many people may have encountered glutathione by ingesting it or through injections. However, these methods have clear limitations.

Limitations of Oral Glutathione

Its gastrointestinal absorption rate is low, and most of it is metabolized in the liver, so the amount that actually reaches the skin is extremely limited.

“Eating it doesn't immediately brighten the skin” is precisely why.

Disadvantages of Intravenous Injections

Since it spreads throughout the entire body, it's difficult to concentrate on the desired area.

While it can be beneficial for liver and systemic antioxidant effects, it is a method with poor targeting for improving facial pigmentation and skin tone.

Ggeut Oriental Medicine Clinic's Differentiated Approach

Application of Iontophoresis : Using electric current, glutathione is directly and intensively delivered beyond the skin barrier to the dermal layer, overcoming the disadvantages of both oral intake and injections simultaneously.

Targeting Specific Areas is Possible : Instead of diffusing throughout the entire body, it is intensively absorbed into the facial skin where pigment and tone improvement are needed.

Using Undiluted Solution As Is : We do not compromise on effectiveness. By using 100% undiluted ampoules without dilution, we maximize the antioxidant and whitening effects of glutathione.

At Ggeut Oriental Medicine Clinic, we design glutathione care with the philosophy of “more direct than oral intake, more targeted than injections.”

Why should it be absorbed via Iontophoresis?

Limitations of Oral Glutathione : Absorption in the gastrointestinal tract is inconsistent, and since it is metabolized in the liver, it is difficult for enough to reach the skin.

Limitations of Simple Topical Application : The stratum corneum on the skin surface acts as a strong barrier, making it difficult for water-soluble ingredients like glutathione to penetrate deeply.

Advantages of Iontophoresis :

Electrorepulsion Effect : Negatively charged glutathione is pushed by electric current, allowing it to bypass the skin barrier.

Electroosmosis Effect : Creates a micro-fluid flow, widening the absorption pathway for ingredients.

Deep Layer Access : It's not just a superficial treatment; it allows for the transport of active ingredients to layers close to the dermis.

In other words, the method of absorption that is “more direct than oral intake, and deeper than topical application” is iontophoresis.

Treatment Cycle and Recommended Frequency

Cycle: 1-week intervals

Recommended Sessions: At least 5 sessions consistently recommended

Maintenance: Regular supplementary maintenance helps maintain a stable skin tone.