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Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages

24-08-2022 | Posted in: Blogs, Wellness & Lifestyle

Free radicals are unstable molecules that the body produces as a response to environmental and other stressors. Antioxidants are compounds that can stop or slow cell damage caused by these unstable molecules. In this blog post we will discuss the nutritional value and health advantages of Antioxidants.

What are antioxidants and why are they important in skincare?

Antioxidants are substances that protect against oxidative damage that comes from environmental factors such as UV rays and pollution. Antioxidants are important in skincare because of their ability to limit production of free radicals and neutralise them when they come into contact with your skin. Free radicals, which can come 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. Antioxidants are arguably one of the most important ingredients to ensure are 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 antioxidant superpowers!

What is vitamin C, what is it good for in terms of antioxidant benefits and anything additional?

Vitamin C, also known as L-Ascorbic 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 our skin looking youthful and plump.  

What is vitamin E, what is it good for in terms of antioxidant benefits and anything additional?

Vitamin E comes in many forms, the term actually refers to a group of compounds which have great antioxidant benefits. Vitamin E is an incredibly protective, naturally occurring component in our skin, however, when our skin is damaged by external aggressors like UV rays, our natural vitamin E decreases. Vitamin E helps with cellular restoration which, not only makes it a great protective antioxidant, but a great healing product for skin concerns like eczema. Vitamin E helps with blood circulation which makes it a great anti-inflammatory, as well as this it helps to support your immune system. Vitamin E tends to come in oily serum or cream forms which may not be suitable for oily skin types as the heavy product may clog pores and cause break outs.  

I would recommend the ZO Skin Health 10% Vitamin C serum and the Alumier MD Vitamin C & E serum. Typically, most vitamin C serums come paired with Vitamin E as the two vitamins work together to recycle the skin in a way that maximises the effects of both products.  

What is retinol, what is it good for in terms of antioxidant benefits and anything additional?

Retinol is a form of Vitamin A, an ingredient which speeds up cellular turnover and collagen production. Retinol is commonly known as a correctional antioxidant because of its ability to accelerate skin renewal. Retinol helps to smooth fine lines and wrinkles and to reduce the appearance of scarring and pigmentation. When used with Vitamin C, the effects of retinol are maximised because of the complementary benefits both products have on the renewal of skin cells and collagen production. Retinol tends to be used by people over the age of 25 as this is when collagen production starts to decrease.  

What is Resveratrol, what is it good for in terms of antioxidant benefits and anything additional?

Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant and also a great ally in the fight against the effects of ageing on your skin. Resveratrol is a dual antioxidant as it protects against free radicals from external aggressors, but also helps produce naturally occurring antioxidants in your skin cells. It is a preventative measure to protect your skin against negative environmental stresses. Resveratrol is one of the best ingredients for anti-ageing because of its dual protective capabilities. It also has calming properties which minimises the appearance of redness.

Are there any other key antioxidant ingredients that deserve special mention? If yes, what and why?

One of the most powerful antioxidants is Glutathione, because it is made up of a combination of amino acids which naturally occur in every cell in the body. Its immense ability to fight off free radicals means it helps in the fight against ageing and treating some skin diseases. It also has other benefits for your skin’s appearance: It helps to brighten the skin’s pigmentation and lighten dark spots; enhances energy production and boosts your immune system. Studies have also shown that it can be used to help prevent the progression of cancer and reduce symptoms of serious life-changing diseases such as liver damage, Parkinson’s disease and type 2 diabetes.  

Antioxidant Treatments at Vie Aesthetics

We offer intravenous Glutathione booster shots which offer a quick way to deliver the antioxidant directly into your blood stream meaning the effects can be felt and seen much faster. These can be combined also with our wellness IV drips, which contain a powerful cocktail of vitamins, minerals and other supplements with antioxidant and anti-ageing properties to enhance the wellness of your skin and  to promote wellness and health too.  

 The Perfect Peel is the first peel to contain glutathione and makes it one of the most powerful treatments that we offer here at Vie Aesthetics. You can also find glutathione in products like the ZO Skin Health Retinol Skin Brightener and in consumable products like the Skinade range. Skinade drinks are scientifically formulated and provide active ingredients to the skin to help improve skinhealth from within.
An incredible new product that has just landed on our radar is the Prodigio C40 drops by Dibi Milano. This innovative product is made up of collagen fibre pearls which are manually activated by droplets of Vitality Boosting Serum. When combined the formula makes for a solution that targets anti-aging and strengthens the skin’s defences against external aggressors. This is the perfect product for skin repair and restoration.  

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Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages
Antioxidants: Nutritional Value And Advantages