The 3 ingredients every anti-ageing cream MUST have!

When it comes to ageing, free-radical damage plays a huge role. Antioxidants are one of the major ways to slow the impact of free-radical damage that harms cells and hinders normal cell function. In fact, antioxidants are so important to our health and well-being, they are being studied by thousands of scientists all over the world.

When it comes to ageing of the skin, free-radical damage causes collagen and other vital skin functions to break down resulting in wrinkles and volume loss. A great skincare product, whether it comes in a liquid, gel, serum, lotion or cream, should contain a potent combination of stable antioxidants to prevent free-radical damage and keep it from harming your skin.

The main antioxidants to look out for are:

Vitamin A

This vitamin is considered the most effective anti-ageing antioxidant used in skincare and is proven to be highly effective in sufficient doses:

• The most effective activity of vitamin A is that it normalises the skin
• High doses of vitamin A reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands
• Promotes the production of healthy collagen and elastin
• Improves the natural moisturising factors of the skin
• Increases the growth of the basal layer of the skin, thereby thickening the epidermis while compacting the horny layer
• Influences melanin production resulting in more even distribution of melanin and less pigment formation.
• Rejuvenates the skin

Vitamin B (Niacinamide)

An anti-ageing moisturiser is not complete without an effective dose of Vitamin B, it is one of the most gentle ingredients and has many rejuvenating effects on the skin:

• Increases hydration and improves skin texture
• Results in a more hydrated ‘dewy’ complexion
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines
• Reduces pigmentation problems
• Suppresses oil production in acne sufferers
• Strengthens outer skin layer to hold in moisture and resist environmental stresses
• Ideal for all skin types (also for irritated skin, dermatitis, rosacea and post treatment)

Vitamin C

There are many forms of vitamin C and all have potent antioxidant benefits that help intercept free-radical damage:

• Helps protect against the harmful effects of ultraviolet light and improves the effectiveness of sunscreens, preventing sunburn and skin damage.
• It is essential for the production of collagen which is responsible for skin firmness and smoothness
• It reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Brightens the skin
• Aids wound healing
• Acts as an anti-inflammatory

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