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I was thinking about skin lightening treatments and heard about glutathione injections. are glutathione injections safe?
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Not sure: It's much better to use standard, proven treatments.
Answered 3/17/2017
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Don't do it!: Glutathione is not approved by the fda for skin lightening, can cause severe toxic skin reactions & even death. Better to consult with a certified dermatologist for safer options for lightening your skin.
Answered 1/5/2019
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