Antioxidants are substances of natural or synthetic origin that prevent oxidative processes.
The main function of antioxidants is to fight free radicals. Various unfavourable factors can contribute to their formation, such as:
❌bad ecological situation
❌solar radiation
❌stress
❌ smoking and alcohol
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There are antioxidants to prevent the formation of free radicals
Most famous
✅Carotenoids
✅Vitamin E
✅Vitamin C
✅Tannins
✅Microelements
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How are antioxidants used in cosmetics?
An antioxidant cream will help you avoid "oxidative stress" - it will fill the skin with moisture, reduce visible wrinkles, minimise the risk of new wrinkles and activate natural defence processes👍