While both are powerful antioxidants that play crucial roles in protecting your cells from oxidative stress, they work in fundamentally different ways
Weight Gain : Although uncommon, a few people report slight weight gain, possibly due to changes in metabolism or water retention
This fits its role as a shield against oxidative stress, which is a major driver of skin dullness and uneven color
Smoking Nicotine increases oxidative stress and reduces glutathione levels in cells, weakening its therapeutic effect
This can help maintain a steady supply of building blocks for glutathione production
Strategies to minimize reactions include rotating injection sites consistently to avoid repeated trauma to the same area, ensuring the solution is at room temperature before injection (cold injections can increase irritation), injecting slowly rather than quickly, and using a smaller gauge needle for less tissue trauma