Antioxidants

What Do Topical antioxidants do & why is it so important to use them every day?

Vitamin C and its various forms and combinations with other skin nutrients are some of the most potent antioxidants, protecting against and reversing skin damage from the sun. This is well established in the scientific community.

What Do Antioxidants Do?

Vitamins C, E and selenium protect skin against sunburns, skin cancer and can reverse blotchy pigmentation and wrinkles. Regular use of one of these antioxidants should smooth out pigmentation and help you have glowing skin. Think of it as nutrients for your skin to heal and rebuild.

However, only certain antioxidants are effective. In order to be effective, in short, these products must be able to stay active and stable once they absorb into the skin.

Another thing to remember is that you don't only need to use an antioxidant topically for your skin to improve. An internal antioxidant can be just as effective.

What are Antioxidants?

Most people, especially those more health conscious types, will already know the super powers found in antioxidants whether from the foods they eat or the products they use, or simply both. Either way it’s known to leave a person reaping the many benefits especially for their skin’s health. These naturally occurring vitamins help in protecting your skin against free radicals that are types of molecules found in the environment harming your skin on a regular basis, especially when skin isn’t properly cared for. Skin will appear aged as the harm of free radicals damage the collagen which plumps the skin and the elasticity which tightens and tones.  

What benefits are experienced with a diet rich in Antioxidants?

• Helps in fighting infections

• The risk of disease is reduced

• Reduces damage caused by oxidation which produces free radicals.

• Helps in reducing vision loss when you’re older

• Keeps skin looking youthful with the collagen and elasticity that’s being protected

• Calms and soothes irritated skin

• Helps brighten dull, tired skin

• Keeps skin young increasing the production of collagen

• Reduces UV damage as it boosts sun protection.

How do you supplement Antioxidants?

Through a diet of antioxidant rich foods and beverages including favorites such as:

• Blueberries

• Broccoli

• Kale

• Dark Chocolate

• Green Tea

• Red Wine

• Taking oral supplements

Although the form of orally taking supplements through pills or capsules may seem easy and convenient, it’s a well balanced diet of whole foods that is the best way to get the vitamins and antioxidants that the body needs.

Antioxidant IVs - Vitamin Hydration Therapy is the best option for full absorption

With a new approach in getting the antioxidants your body needs, this I.V. therapy can help in approving the look and feel of a person’s skin. Many people turn to the I.V. drip for healthier looking skin, with a much smoother texture, an even skin tone, as well as redness and inflammation is reduced while also being soothed and hydrated. Mixed with vitamins and minerals, this form of supplementing your skin with antioxidants has a 100% absorption rate as it’s pumped into the bloodstream making it a great option for quicker results.

What ingredients in skincare products have antioxidants?

Vitamin C. Brightening your skin, vitamin C perks it up, appearing to liven up and look more awake by giving a small boost and leaving a healthy looking glow.

Vitamin A. Retinol, a very popular anti aging ingredient in a more concentrated form is also a type of vitamin A. Skin is smoother, brighter and fine lines and wrinkles begin to diminish with continuous use.

Vitamin E. Best for its moisturizing properties, vitamin E works as an anti-inflammatory, prevents premature aging, protects from free radicals, and although powerful it’s gentle for most skin types.

Niacinamide. Derived from vitamin B3, niacinamide helps even out skin’s texture and tone, as well as helps those dealing with eczema, mild psoriasis, rosacea and dermatitis may find relief with this ingredient.

Glutathione. One of the most powerful ingredients containing a high level of antioxidants, glutathione is capable of soothing irritation and inflammation to the skin as well as helping in preventing damage caused by environmental factors.

Before adding any new supplements or taking part in I.V. therapy, talk to your doctor to see if you’ll benefit.