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It works by replicating the bodys natural hormone GLP-1, which is responsible for regulating appetite, digestion, and blood sugar balance

Importantly, GLP-1 only triggers insulin when blood sugar is high, which reduces the risk of hypoglycemia (dangerously low blood sugar)

On top of this, structural proteins in collagen and elastin can weaken, leaving skin with less scaffolding to hold its shape

GLP-1 stands for Glucagon-Like Peptide-1, a hormone that your gut naturally produces

The global GLP-1 receptor agonist market size was calculated at USD 62.86 billion in 2025, grew to USD 73.86 billion in 2026, and is projected to reach around USD 315.33 billion by 2035