December 28, 2012-January 3, 2013 - Asian Journal Digital Editions

An Asian Journal MagazineGLUTASOME: The Glutathione formulation thathelps prevent Skin Aging, and protects cells fromRadiation damageGlutathione (GSH), a substance tone. High levels of Glutathionethat scientists are now calling has been found to be a retardantthe ‘master antioxidant,’ is now to the proliferation of Tyrosinaseshowing up in many cuttingedgeskin and beauty products production of Melanin. Within the skin, thus allowing for lessin today’s market. Though less Melanin, the skin is allowednot necessarily a top-of-mind to achieve a lighter tone.household word that can This property has causedalso be tricky to pronounce, Glutathione to become aGlutathione, a naturally popular ingredient in skinwhiteningproducts, especiallyoccurring compound in ourbody that is produced in the in the Philippines, where it isliver, holds great promise in the available in the form of soap,process of cell regeneration. health drinks, capsules, andWhile high GSH concentrations injectables. Because of a widein the body have always been range of antioxidant qualitiesassociated with healthy cell it possesses, some considerregeneration and protection GSH as a Fountain-of-Youthfrom free radicals, it should be nutritional supplement.noted that Glutathione plays Though this may seem like ana key role in the prevention of unbelievable claim, comparingskin aging, cellular protection scientifically observablefrom radiation damage. phenomena to a mythologicalGlutathione’s benefits are fountain, it is undeniable thatmaximized when combined with Glutathione’s rejuvenatingVitamin C and Phospholipids qualities are gaining widespreadin a liposome-based delivery renown. While scientificsystem. Each ingredient brings studies continue to pursuespecial neutraceutical power to a more measurable and tangiblepioneer formulation technology results on Glutathione, presentdaydata remain impressive onfound in Glutasome. Currently,only Glutasome combines these their own.three ingredients in an ingestible, Research suggests that thesynergistic form delivered process of aging itself involves,through a nanotechnologyengineeredgel.oxidation. It is commonlyat least in part, increasedThe Prevention of Skin Aging witnessed that metals rust awayIn plant and animal tissue, due to the stresses of age andthere is an enzyme called constant use. Human cellsTyrosinase that is responsible undergo a process that canfor the production of Melanin. be compared to this “rusting”Melanin in turn gives the skin or pro-oxidation, but cannotits color, and an overabundance be solely isolated as the mainof melanin causes a darker skin cause of the progression ofaging. While the body does has suggested taking in 1,000produce its own supply of GSH to 3,000 miligrams of Vitamin Cin the liver, multiple factors can (ascorbic acid) daily for optimaldecrease its optimal production skin care. These dosagesincluding illness, exposure may actually help reduce theto environmental toxins and appearance of sun damage andradiation, and the simple wrinkles.process of aging.Vitamin C holds an importantWhile trees grow a new ring function in synthesis of collagen,for each year of life, human cells the compound primarilyrespond to aging with impaired responsible for keeping the skinduplication, resulting in little, firm and full of dexterity. Agingyet cumulative, glitches in cell affects the levels of Vitaminreplication. For example, the C and Glutathione within thecells of a human in his or her dermis and epidermis. Ingestedprime will generally duplicate Vitamin C may also aid in woundhealing,ease dry skin, andand repair themselves withgreater accuracy than those of decrease skin inflammation.an octogenarian.Phosphatidylcoline, deliveredOxidation contributes to as ingested phospholipids,the wrinkling of the skin and complete a synergy withabnormal pigmentation. Skin Glutathione and Vitamin C,complexion looks worn and enabling them to play a keytired. Age spots or blotches role in overall skin rejuvination.accumulate, perhaps due to Phospholipids represent a typeexposure to UV rays. Although of skin or covering for every cell.a combination of dry and oily Think of a layer of plastic wrapskin is also possible, aging skin holding the contents of a cellcommonly tends to be dehydrated in place. These lipid-proteinwith thinning areas and perhaps complexes maintain the cells’the overall complexion taking integrity, aiding in biologicalon a parchment-like texture. ordering. Phospholipids areA breakdown in collagen necessary for the health of alleventually leads to sagging, cells. As with Glutathione andexamples of which are droopy Vitamin C, the body’s productioneyelids and flaccid jowls. of phospholipids decrease withDisturbances in Glutathione age, making supplementation ametabolism may be a key wise choice.element in understanding why Only Glutasome can provideand how we age. Antioxidant all three vital ingredients for“alliances” created heightened this synthesis in one dosage,results in skin care. In particular, namely Glutathione, VitaminGSH and Vitamin C form a bond C, and Phospholipids. Thusto make the skin look more regular intake of Glutasomeyouthful in appearance. can prove to be extremelyDr. Karen E. Burke, from the beneficial in this pursuit ofDepartment of Dermatology of maintaining a good level of cellMt. Sinai School of Medicine, regeneration.