It is classified as an incretin, which means it is a hormone released to regulate blood glucose levels
"This blocks interactions between melanocytes [the skin cells that produce melanin] and keratinocytes [cells that provide skin structure]." By blocking interactions between the two, dark spots, signs of melasma, and post-acne hyperpigmentation become less pigmentated, creating a clearer, more radiant tone
Semaglutide, known as Ozempic and Rybelsus, offers more flexibility with once-weekly injections and a once-daily oral formulation, making it a more convenient option for many patients
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