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About NAD+

What is NAD+ and why is it so important? All your questions, answered.

What is NAD+?

NAD+, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a coenzyme found in all living cells and plays a critical role in supporting many biological processes within your body.

What are the benefits of NAD+?

NAD+ benefits include protecting cells from stress and helping your cells repair damaged DNA.

How does NAD+ work?

NAD+ works as a shuttle bus, transferring electrons from one molecule to another within cells to carry out all sorts of reactions and processes. It also plays a critical role in cellular functions that keep you alive.

Why is NAD+ important?

It serves two main functions: to turn nutrients into energy, and to be an important player in the metabolic process, serving as a friendly little helper in regulating other cellular functions.

What does NAD+ do for the skin?

NAD+ synthesised in the body boosts mitochondrial function and repairs damaged cells, including the cells that form the elasticity of the skin. This process reduces wrinkles, age spots and fine lines caused by ageing.

Does NAD+ improve the skin?

Topical NAD+ has been shown to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, repair and protect from sun damage and support new collagen formation.

Can NAD+ be absorbed through the skin?

Our studies show that, thanks to Intuisse’s patented transport technology, Active NAD+ effectively penetrates the skin and is quickly absorbed by the cells.

How do you maintain NAD+?

Healthy lifestyle and diet both benefit maintaining NAD+, however, levels are constantly declining with age.

Are there any side effects to NAD+?

Negative side-effects have not been shown in the studies. If you are pregnant or nursing, please consult your physician.

Are your skincare products safe to use during pregnancy?

At Intuisse, we are committed to ensuring the safety and suitability of our products for everyone, including those who are pregnant. Our essential moisturizer and serums are safe to use during pregnancy. However, we recommend that pregnant or breastf