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Chlorophyll is what allows plants to convert sunlight to energy, as well as what gives plants their green color," board-certified dermatologist and chief medical officer at
Sanova Dermatology,
Ted Lain, MD, told POPSUGAR. "Liquid chlorophyll contains
chlorophyllin, which is complexed with copper, ensuring the delivery of actual
chlorophyll to the bloodstream."
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Chlorophyll is a potent antioxidant, meaning that it can help reduce the damage caused by stress, the environment, and sunlight," Dr. Lain said. "We know that acne sufferers do have a higher need for antioxidants in order to reverse the inflammation and damage caused by pimples; therefore, theoretically, there may be a place for topical or ingested chlorophyll in an acne regimen."