Glutathione Shots in Portland, OR
A quick antioxidant injection given after a health review by our medical team, booked on its own or added as a booster to your IV therapy visit.
- Shot
- IV booster add-on
- Glutathione IV
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What a Glutathione Shot Is
Glutathione is an antioxidant your body makes from three amino acids. It helps neutralize free radicals and supports natural detoxification, much of it in the liver.
A glutathione shot delivers it by injection, so it skips the digestive tract that breaks down much of what you swallow. That is why many patients choose a shot over a capsule. It is also a common part of a skin health routine for patients who want a brighter-looking complexion.
Shot, IV or Capsule: Three Ways to Take It
We give glutathione two ways in our office. Patients often ask how both compare with the capsules sold online.
A quick injection
- How it is given
- A small needle in the upper arm
- Time in our office
- A short visit; the injection takes moments
- Suits
- Busy schedules, or a booster added to an IV visit
An infusion
- How it is given
- Delivered directly into the bloodstream through an IV
- Time in our office
- A longer, seated infusion appointment
- Suits
- Patients who prefer an infusion over a shot
Taken at home
- How it is given
- Swallowed, then passed through digestion first
- Time in our office
- None
- Suits
- Self-directed use; ask us before combining it with shots
Not sure which fits? We help you choose at your health review, including whether a shot paired with IV therapy suits your goals.
Who Chooses a Glutathione Shot
Glutathione shots may suit healthy adults who want convenient wellness support. These are the patients we see most often.
- Wellness-focused adultsPeople adding antioxidant support to a routine of sleep, nutrition and exercise.
- Patients focused on skin radianceThose building a skin health routine for every skin type and tone.
- IV therapy patientsPeople already on our IV menu who want a booster in the same visit.
- Short on timeAnyone who wants a visit measured in minutes, not hours.
Radiance Support, Not Skin Bleaching
Many glutathione searches are about lightening skin. We would rather you book with clear expectations, so this is where we stand.
A glutathione shot can
- Add antioxidant support that helps the body neutralize free radicals
- Support your body's own detoxification, including liver function
- Fit into a skin health routine aimed at a radiant-looking complexion
- Pair with an IV therapy visit as a quick booster
A glutathione shot will not
- Change your natural skin tone; we do not offer it for skin lightening
- Erase melasma, sun spots or other pigment on its own
- Replace medical care for a diagnosed condition
- Stand in for sleep, nutrition and exercise; individual results vary
If dark spots or uneven tone are your main concern, our laser treatments for hyperpigmentation issues such as melasma treat pigment directly. We can map out both at a free consultation.
Your Visit, From Review to Done
- 01First
Health review
We go over your medical history, current medications and supplements, allergies and wellness goals to confirm a glutathione shot is right for you.
- 02Next
Preparation
The injection site on your upper arm is cleaned, and we answer any last questions.
- 03A few moments
Injection
The shot is given with a small needle. If you are here for IV therapy, it can be added during the same visit.
- 04Right after
Back to your day
There is no downtime. Mild soreness, redness or a small bruise at the site can last a day or so; tell us about any reaction that feels unusual.
Before your shot
No special preparation is needed. Eat normally, stay hydrated and wear a top that leaves your upper arm easy to reach.
When you can come in
- Monday to Thursday8am to 5pm
- Friday10am to 4pm
- Saturday9am to 2pm
- SundayClosed
Founded by Dr. Natalie Mesnier, MD
MD, Founder
Dr. Mesnier founded our Portland medical spa. She holds certifications in advanced aesthetic procedures, including PRP and neuromodulator applications.
Our team of certified advanced estheticians and medical staff provides our wellness services. Every glutathione shot starts with a health review, and our team helps you choose a shot, an infusion or a combination with IV therapy.
Glutathione Shot Pricing and Financing
Glutathione shots are offered as single visits or as a booster add-on to IV therapy, and members of our wellness program receive member pricing. Current rates are listed on our medspa pricing page.
Monthly payment plans are available through our financing partner, Cherry.
Glutathione Shot Questions
Have a question that is not here? Bring it to your free consultation and our team will walk through it with you.
Can I add a glutathione shot to my IV therapy appointment?
Yes. Many patients add a glutathione shot as a booster during an IV therapy visit, so both are done in one trip. Tell us when you book and we will plan the two together.
How often should I get a glutathione shot?
There is no single schedule that suits everyone. We set a plan at your health review based on your goals, your other wellness treatments and how you respond, and we adjust it over time.
Will a glutathione shot lighten my skin?
We offer glutathione shots for antioxidant and skin health support, not to change your natural skin tone. If dark spots, melasma or uneven tone are your main concern, our laser and skin treatments target pigment directly, and we can talk through those at a free consultation.
Does a glutathione shot hurt or need downtime?
The shot uses a small needle and the injection itself takes only moments. Some patients notice mild soreness, redness or a small bruise at the site for a day or so, and most go straight back to work.
Can I get a glutathione shot if I am pregnant or have a medical condition?
Tell us at your health review. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or you manage a medical condition, we may ask you to check with your physician before your first shot.
Book Your Glutathione Shot in Portland
Start with a free consultation, or book your shot directly. We can add it to your next IV therapy visit.
