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Antioxidant

Acetylcysteine

Often labeled as: NAC (N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine)

The ultimate Glutathione precursor.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly active derivative of the amino acid cysteine. Topically, it acts as a fierce antioxidant and is the direct precursor required by the skin cells to synthesize their own Glutathione (the master antioxidant).

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Neutralizes severe oxidative stress, clears congestion, and brightens dullness.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can have a slight sulfurous scent naturally.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It bleaches the skin.

The Science

It supports cellular defense and reduces melanin transfer naturally.