from www.number1skincare.co.uk
Antioxidants
What they do. These specialized molecules protect skin from harmful free radicals, produced by sun exposure, pollution, chemicals and other environmental assaults. Free radicals can cause dryness, skin damage, pigment changes and other signs of aging. Some antioxidants are included in moisturizers because of their hydrating effects. Antioxidants are carried via oils and waters, which are common moisturizer bases. They play a role in protecting skin cell membranes.
Because dry skin is more vulnerable to environmental damage, antioxidants are especially important ingredients in moisturizers for dry skin considering their free radical-fighting powers.
Examples. Soy; grapeseed extract; vitamins A, C, E; coenzyme Q10; flavanoids and polyphenols.
Find them in:
Face. Astara Antioxidant Light Moisturizer is recommended for daytime use for normal to dry skin. This cream hydrates and protects with a bevy of antioxidants, including: grapeseed extract; vitamins A, B, C, D and E; green tea; and plant oils.
Body. iS Clinical Body Complex is chock-full of antioxidants and plant extracts to bolster skin’s barrier for hydrated, smooth skin. It’s even recommended for people with psoriasis, eczema or dermatitis.