Tapinarof, the active ingredient in VTAMA cream, helps fix the imbalance in your immune system by supporting the Aryl hydrocarbon Receptor (AhR). The specific way in which VTAMA cream works in psoriasis is unknown.

Tapinarof reduces the activity of cells in the skin that causes inflammation. (Effects seen in studies of mice and skin outside of the body)

Tapinarof acts as a reinforcement and works to keep skin barrier proteins at normal levels. (Effects seen in studies of skin outside of the body)

Tapinarof increases your body’s antioxidant activity to decrease oxidative stress in your skin. (Effects seen in studies of skin outside of the body)