Advanced Detoxification
Glutathione supports the liver in neutralising and eliminating toxins, heavy metals, and free radicals — making it ideal for those exposed to urban pollution, medication, or everyday lifestyle stressors.
Radiance IV Therapy
Glutathione IV therapy
IV Drip Therapy
Radiance IV
At BalaBala Laser Clinic Adelaide, our Glutathione IV is a clinician-led antioxidant infusion that pairs high-dose glutathione with vitamin C to brighten the complexion from within. Rather than treating the skin's surface, it works at the cellular level — glutathione neutralizes the free radicals behind dullness, uneven tone and premature ageing, while vitamin C keeps it active and supports collagen renewal. Delivered intravenously, both nutrients reach your cells almost in full, something tablets simply can't match.
Receive Treatment with Confidence
We partner with an industry-leading Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) sterile compounding pharmacy ensures we receive highly specialized, top-tier medications
Safe
Manufactured in accordance with the European PIC/S Guide to GMP
High Quality
Sourced from premium-grade raw materials that meet TGA regulatory requirements
Clinical Consultation
Tailored dosage and frequency recommendations based on your individual goals.
Glutathione IV Benefits
Brightening & Radiance
Promotes a more even complexion and visibly reduces pigmentation, restoring clarity and natural luminosity.
Cellular Protection & Anti-Ageing
By shielding mitochondria from oxidative stress, this powerful duo helps slow visible signs of ageing — supporting skin elasticity, firmness, and overall skin quality from within.
Collagen Production & Skin Renewal
Vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis while glutathione protects existing collagen, working together to enhance texture, resilience, and long-term skin regeneration.
Immune System Support
Glutathione plays a vital role in maintaining healthy immune function — particularly beneficial for those experiencing chronic fatigue, recovering from illness, or managing ongoing immune concerns.
Antioxidant Defence & Hydration
A potent antioxidant shield against environmental and UV-induced damage, paired with deeply nourishing hydration to keep skin supple, replenished, and youthfully radiant.
How it Glutathione IV works
A Glutathione and Vitamin C IV works by delivering two of the body's most powerful antioxidants directly into your bloodstream, bypassing digestion so almost the full dose reaches your cells. Together they neutralise the free radicals behind dull, uneven skin and support your body's natural detox pathways — brightening the complexion from within rather than treating the surface. Vitamin C also regenerates glutathione and supports collagen, so the two work as a pair rather than in isolation.
Step-by-step:
- Straight into the bloodstream. Taken as tablets, glutathione and vitamin C are largely broken down in the gut and poorly absorbed. An IV skips digestion entirely for near-complete (close to 100%) bioavailability — the main reason an intravenous infusion outperforms oral supplements.
- Antioxidant action at the cellular level. Circulating through the body, glutathione and vitamin C bind and neutralise free radicals — the unstable molecules created by UV exposure, pollution and stress that damage skin cells and speed up ageing. Under Adelaide's high-UV conditions, lowering this oxidative load helps skin stay calmer, clearer and more resilient.
- Brighter, more even tone. Glutathione helps regulate the enzyme behind melanin production (tyrosinase), gradually softening dullness, sun spots and patchy tone — while vitamin C adds its own brightening effect for a more even, luminous complexion, worked from the inside out.
- The glutathione + vitamin C synergy. This is where the pairing matters most: vitamin C regenerates "used" glutathione back into its active form, extending its antioxidant effect, while also supporting collagen for firmer, healthier skin. Glutathione, in turn, supports the liver in clearing toxins — together amplifying each other's benefits.
Skin tone and clarity improve gradually over the days and weeks after each session, and because the effect is cumulative, a regular course delivers the most noticeable, lasting glow.
Please note that this video was generated using AI and is provided for illustrative purposes only.
Start your Skin Journey Today
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Book Your Consultation
Explains the treatment process and designs a treatment plan based on your needs.
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Start your IV Therapy
Relax in our Adelaide clinic while your tailored drip is gently administered. Each session takes around 30–60 minutes — time to read, listen to music or simply unwind — with no downtime, so you can return to your day straight after.
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Build Up
Build Your Course Glutathione works best cumulatively. Most clients notice brighter, more even skin across a series of sessions. *Results may vary from person to person.
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Maintain With a Regular Plan
we'll recommend a personalised maintenance plan based on your goals and how your skin responds. Coming in for regular glutathione and vitamin C infusions — at the schedule we suggest — helps sustain your results over time, keeping your complexion bright, even and protected against Adelaide's sun and everyday stress.
Prep & Aftercare
WHAT TO EXPECT
From the moment you arrive, our team guides you through every step of your IV therapy, so you feel informed, comfortable and in good hands.
On the day of your treatment:
- Health check with your nurse — On your first visit, our nurse goes through your medical history and asks a few questions to confirm the treatment is right for you.
- Doctor's review & prescription — Our doctor reviews your details and prescribes your infusion.
- Your drip is prepared — Your nurse freshly prepares your tailored glutathione and vitamin C drip.
- Comfortable IV insertion — Your nurse places a fine IV line; most people feel only a brief pinch.
- Relax during your infusion — Settle in for around 30–60 minutes while the nutrients flow. Read, listen to music, or simply unwind.
- Back to your day — There's no downtime, so you can return to your normal activities straight after.
Please note: Your first visit includes your health assessment, prescription and infusion in the one appointment.
PREPARATION
A little preparation helps your infusion go smoothly and comfortably.
- Hydrate well — Drink plenty of water the day before and on the day of your appointment. Well-hydrated veins make insertion easier and more comfortable.
- Eat beforehand — Have a proper meal before you come in. Arriving on a full stomach helps prevent any lightheadedness during your drip.
- Dress comfortably — Wear loose, comfortable clothing with sleeves that roll up easily. Your session can take around an hour, so comfort matters.
- Go easy on alcohol — Avoid alcohol the day before; it's dehydrating and works against the detox benefits of your infusion.
- Bring something to relax with — A book, headphones or your phone — it's a good chance to switch off for an hour.
- Tell us about your health — Let us know about any medications, supplements or allergies, or if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, so we can keep your treatment safe.
Please note: If you're feeling unwell on the day, please contact us to reschedule.
AFTERCARE
There's no downtime after your Skin Glow IV, but a few simple steps help you get the most from it.
- Keep hydrating — Continue drinking water through the rest of the day to support your body and your results.
- Mind the injection site — Keep the dressing on for a little while. Mild tenderness or slight bruising can occur and usually settles within a day or two.
- Take a moment before you go — If you feel a little lightheaded, rest for a few minutes and have a snack before driving off.
- Ease back into intense exercise — You can resume normal activities right away; just hold off on very strenuous workouts if you're feeling tired.
- Protect your skin — Wear SPF daily. Sun protection is essential for brightening results — especially under Adelaide's strong UV — and helps your glow last.
- Stay on your plan — Results build over a course of sessions, so book your next infusion at the schedule we recommend to maintain your results.
- Please note: If you notice persistent redness, swelling or anything unusual at the injection site, please contact the clinic.
What’s Inside the Drip?
Radiance IV — Signature brightening infusion
- Vitamin C — 15g
- Glutathione — 500mg
A high-dose vitamin C and glutathione blend to lift dullness, even skin tone and deliver everyday antioxidant protection. Ideal as your introduction to Skin Glow IV, or for ongoing maintenance.
Radiance IV+ — Maximum strength
- Vitamin C — 30g
- Glutathione — 1000mg
Our highest-strength formula — double the vitamin C and glutathione — for clients seeking the most noticeable brightening, detox and antioxidant support, especially when working through a course.
Glutathione IV Price
How much dose Glutathione IV cost?
Radiance IV
1 session
Radiance IV+
1 session
Radiance IV
3 session
Radiance IV+
3 session
Radiance IV
6 session
Radiance IV+
6 session
FAQs
Glutathione IV therapy is an intravenous treatment that delivers glutathione, a powerful antioxidant, directly into the bloodstream. Glutathione is naturally produced by the liver and plays a crucial role in detoxification, immune function and skin health. It is often referred to as the “master antioxidant” because it helps protect cells from oxidative stress and supports overall well-being.
The IV drip therapy is administered comfortably in our serene clinic environment. Patients typically experience minimal discomfort during the insertion of the IV line. Once the treatment begins, many report feeling a sense of warmth and relaxation as the nutrients flow into their system. The entire process usually lasts between 30 to 60 minutes, and patients can use this time to unwind, read, or even take a quick restorative nap.
Many people feel more energised and refreshed soon after their first session. Improvements in skin tone and texture tend to appear gradually over days to weeks as the antioxidants work at a cellular level. For cumulative results — including detox and immune support — a regular course is often recommended.
*Results may vary from person to person.
It depends on your goals. For general wellness, once or twice a month is typical. If you're working toward a specific outcome such as brightening, more frequent sessions over a defined course may suit you better. We'll recommend a personalised schedule at your consultation.
Side effects are generally uncommon. Some people may notice mild discomfort at the insertion site or temporary flushing during the infusion. Our team reviews your history beforehand and monitors you throughout to keep things comfortable and safe.
When administered via IV, glutathione bypasses the digestive system, allowing for higher absorption and faster effects compared to oral supplements. It is commonly used for skin brightening, anti-ageing, liver detoxification, and immune support. Many people seek glutathione IV therapy for its reported ability to reduce hyperpigmentation, improve skin radiance, and even slow down signs of ageing by neutralising free radicals and promoting collagen production.
Results vary from person to person, but most individuals notice brighter, more even skin after 4–8 weeks of regular treatments. Factors like lifestyle, diet, sun exposure, and dosage can influence how quickly results appear. Detoxification and wellness benefits may be felt sooner.
Vitamin C is a powerful anti-oxidant that helps to remove free radicals in the human body. It can also inhibit the activity of tyrosinase, blocking the production of melanin. BalaBala Laser Clinic recommends Vitamin C infusions to those who are looking to achieve a radiant, natural glow.
