SOD2 – Skincare

26 October, 2023

SOD2 gene is key to programming our skin’s antioxidant defense. Knowing if you have a mutation in this gene allows you to select the skincare and habits that your skin will thank you for in the long term.

Scientific Refences:

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Pullar JM, Carr AC, Vissers MCM. The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health. Nutrients. 2017 Aug 12;9(8):866. doi: 10.3390/nu9080866. PMID: 28805671; PMCID: PMC5579659.