Nexus Pharma Asconex (Ascorbic Acid 10,000 mg High-Dose Vitamin C Injection) Skin brightening, collagen booster, and antioxidant Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 10,000 mg / 20 mL Benefits: Lightens dark spots and pigmentation
Combining with Other Ingredients Studies show that combining topical and oral glutathione might be superior to using either alone
GHK-Cu works by activating the cells that produce collagen and elastin (the proteins that keep skin firm and elastic) and by helping regulate genes involved in tissue repair
ACE is an enzyme that plays a key role in regulating BP by converting angiotensin I (Ang-I) to angiotensin II (Ang-II), a potent vasoconstrictor that increases BP [32, 94]
Medically reviewed by Missy Zammichieli, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC Updated March 26, 2026 HEAD-TO-HEAD HOW THEY WORK (AND WHY IT MATTERS) Both medications mimic gut hormones that your body produces naturally after eating