# #165: We are finally talking about this ingredient: GLUTATHIONE!

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Podcast: [Chemist Confessions](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chemist-confessions-880199)
Published: 2026-02-19T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://chemistconfessions.podbean.com/e/165-we-are-finally-talking-about-this-ingredient-glutathione/
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Duration seconds: 2071

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WE HEARD YOU! We explore the science behind one of the most requested and hyped ingredients skincare sector: glutathione. We break down what this "master antioxidant" actually is. 01:25 | What is Glutathione? Breaking down the tri-peptide 01:54 | Why is it called the "Master Antioxidant"? 02:43 | Mechanisms: Tyrosinase inhibition and skin whitening 03:16 | The Stability Struggle: Why pH and temperature matter 06:18 | Half-life study: How quickly does it degrade in your products? 08:12 | Gold Standard Age Booster: Tactical hyperpigmentation tool 08:40 | Does it actually work? Reviewing topical clinical studies 12:35 | Study Deep Dive: 0.5% GSH vs. placebo on Indonesian women 17:36 | Oxidized Glutathione (GSSG): Is a more stable version better? Product Shoutout: Double Play Retinol Face and Eye Treatment:https://chemistconfessions.com/products/double-play-retinol-face-eye-treatment Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams Follow us: IG: / chemist.confessions INTERWEB: https://chemistconfessions.com/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfes... Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehack

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