WHAT ROLE DO ANTIOXIDANTS PLAY IN SKINCARE? HEALTH FACTS
What are antioxidants and why are they important in skincare?
Antioxidants are arguably one of the most important ingredients in our skincare products, because damaging free radicals are lurking everywhere...
Antioxidants are mentioned in and skincare adverts and packaging as well. What are and how are they helping with skin goals, though?
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Antioxidants are basically substances that protect against oxidative damage caused by environmental factors such as UV rays and pollution. They are important in skincare because of their ability to limit production of free radicals and to neutralise them when they come into contact with your skin. Free radicals, which stem from everyday pollutants like household cleaners, as well as our own cell metabolism, are responsible for the depletion of collagen in our skin. This breakdown of collagen can result in fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin and dark spots.
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Vitamin C Vitamin C, also known as L-Ascorbic
Antioxidants are arguably one of the most important ingredients in our skincare products, because damaging free radicals are lurking everywhere, invisible to the eye and dangerous for your skin. There are many antioxidants that can come through your diet as well as skincare regime and many have multiple benefits aside from their antio
Vitamin C Acid, is a highly effective antioxidant
that protects against free radicals by neutralising them. Vitamin C helps to regenerate the skin and repair broken or damaged cells. Vitamin C is not only one of the most effective antioxidants, but is also a key ingredient that aids anti-aging. The high acidity of Vitamin C means that, when applied, the skin is prompted to naturally repair itself by quickly producing collagen and elastin- structural proteins which keep skin healthy.
