The white-jade (glutathione) IV drip is a cosmetic IV drip whose main ingredient is glutathione, which has antioxidant action. At our clinic in the Minato-ku / Tamachi area, we provide white-jade (glutathione) IV drips under the examination of a dermatologist, with an emphasis on safety.

The white-jade drip is sometimes used not only for cosmetic purposes but also to support the body’s antioxidant environment in modern life, which is prone to the effects of ultraviolet exposure, stress, fatigue, and the like.

What Is a White-Jade (Glutathione) IV Drip?

A white-jade drip is a cosmetic IV drip in which glutathione is administered intravenously, and in aesthetic dermatology it is sometimes used as an adjunct for purposes such as clarity care and addressing dullness.

However, the suitable treatment differs depending on the type of spot. For melasma, ephelides, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and the like, oral treatment, topical treatment, laser treatment, and so on may be more suitable. At our clinic, we propose an appropriate treatment after examination.

What Is Glutathione?

Glutathione is a tripeptide composed of glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine, and is an antioxidant widely present in the body.

Its amount in the body is thought to decrease due to the effects of aging, ultraviolet light, stress, lifestyle, and so on. Replenishing glutathione by IV drip is expected to support its antioxidant action.

*Effects vary by individual.

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) IV Drip

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble vitamin with antioxidant action that is known to support collagen synthesis and to be involved in the melanin production process.

Because vitamin C cannot be synthesized in the body, it must be taken in from food and other sources. With an IV drip, you can temporarily achieve a higher blood concentration than with oral intake.

In aesthetic dermatology, it is sometimes used as an adjunctive treatment for melasma, ephelides, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and the like.

*Effects vary by individual.

Recommended For

• Those bothered by dullness of the skin
• Those who want clear, radiant skin
• Those with frequent exposure to ultraviolet light
• Those with ongoing fatigue
• Those who want to incorporate antioxidant care

Treatment Details

White-Jade Singolo: glutathione 600 mg

White-Jade Doppio: glutathione 1,200 mg

Vitamin C add-on: ascorbic acid 1 g (up to a maximum of 2 g)

Treatment time: about 15–30 minutes

Side Effects and Risks

• Pain, bruising, and vein pain at the injection site
• Rarely, allergic reaction or anaphylaxis
• Transient symptoms such as nausea and headache
• It may cause false negatives in urine tests and fecal occult blood tests
• Those with G6PD deficiency or anemia of unknown cause cannot receive the treatment

Frequently Asked Questions About the White-Jade Drip

Can spots disappear with the white-jade drip alone?

A common question in consultations about cosmetic IV drips is “Will the white-jade drip alone make spots disappear?” To put the conclusion first, the white-jade drip alone does not necessarily make spots disappear.

There are various types of spots, such as melasma, ephelides (freckles), solar lentigines, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, each with a different cause and a different suitable treatment.

The white-jade drip is a treatment that supports antioxidant action, but depending on the type of spot, topical treatment, oral treatment, laser treatment, and so on may be more suitable.

How many sessions does it take for the white-jade drip to work?

How the effect of the white-jade drip is felt varies by individual. Some people feel a change in their condition or skin after a single treatment, but generally many people feel a change after continuing for several sessions.

When received for cosmetic purposes, it is a treatment that many people continue at a pace of about once every two to four weeks.

When the goal is to improve spots or pigmentation, the white-jade drip alone may not be sufficient. We may combine it with topical treatment, oral treatment, laser treatment, and so on.

Doctor’s Comment

The white-jade drip is a relatively gentle treatment within aesthetic medicine. At our clinic, after examining the type of spots and the condition of your skin, we propose comprehensive aesthetic dermatology treatment combined with topical treatment, oral treatment, laser treatment, and so on.

For Those Seeking a White-Jade Drip in Minato-ku / Tamachi

Our clinic is a dermatology, aesthetic dermatology, and cosmetic internal medicine clinic in the Shibaura, Minato-ku / Tamachi Station area. If you are considering cosmetic IV drips such as the white-jade (glutathione) drip or vitamin C drip in the Minato-ku, Tamachi, or Shibaura area, please feel free to consult us.

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