Identifying Key Ingredients That Are Best for Your Skin Type

In as much as all antioxidants protect skin cells from pollution, ultraviolet rays, free radicals, yet some are more effective than others. These and more are some antioxidants present in skin care products.

Vitamin A: It is useful for slowing down the aging process of the skin as one of its derivatives - retinol is a particularly effective ingredient; Thanks to its small molecular structure which allows it to penetrate the skin to stimulate collagen production and accelerate cell renewal and repair thereby smoothening wrinkles and improving skin tone.

Vitamin B3: Vitamin B3 otherwise known as Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier. It is an anti-inflammatory ingredient for acne and rosacea which boosts the performance of other antioxidants. This antioxidant is an anti-inflammatory which strengthens the other antioxidants present in skin care products. It is also found in chicken breast. Yum!

Vitamin C: This is one of the most available in the market among other antioxidants as it contributes immensely to the production of collagen and the reduction of skin blemishes.

Vitamin E: This antioxidant is necessary for the effective functioning of many organs of the human body including the skin. It is a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin E can speed up the skin's healing process. It is often found in moisturizers, creams and lotions formulated to eradicate dry skin and reduce stretch marks.

Green-Tea Extract: It is rich in plant polyphenols that boost skin immunity, helps fight inflammation and helps treat light damage to the skin.

Botanical Extracts (Phytoextracts): The most common include green or white tea, coffee, calendula and rosemary. This popular ingredient in skin care helps to manage the oiliness of the skin. Botanical extracts are very common skin care ingredients and are often introduced as a blend.

Flavonoids: These help in the reduction of inflammation and oxidative stress as they also help reduce collagen breakdown and delay skin aging.

Coenzyme Q10: This one of the antioxidants produced by the human body. It occurs naturally in the skin but decreases as we age with time. Coenzyme Q10 can improve skin elasticity and texture.

Grape Seed Extract: This is featured in current cosmetic formulations for anti-aging products. It comes from Vitis vinifera and is rich in proanthocyanidins, which belong to the flavonoid family.  Grapeseed oil is produced from the extract of proanthocyanidins which are powerful antioxidants that intervene in the elimination of free radicals which in addition to having antioxidant properties is also an emollient and a useful ingredient for dull skin.

Curcumin: It is an antioxidant substance contained in turmeric - a spice which reduces inflammation, accelerates wound healing, fights free radicals and is antimicrobial.

Resveratrol: It is an antioxidant that intervenes as an anti-aging agent and is found naturally in red wine, grapes and berries. It is also antibacterial.

Lycopene: Powerful antioxidant easily absorbed by the skin; it is a carotenoid found in most red vegetables. In addition to fighting free radicals, lycopene promotes the production of collagen.

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Sources

Vitamins for Skin Health: Benefits and Research (verywellhealth.com)

What are the best vitamins for skin? (medicalnewstoday.com)