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Injections

Glutathione injections are the order of the day for some individuals.

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Applied intravenously, the chemical glutathione is a naturally occurring compound found in fungi, plants and animals.

The chemical causes a reaction in the body, which reduces oxidation of our skin cells. Oxidation is the process in which pigmentation (dark skin) occurs.