Anti oxidant skin care products protect your skin

There’s a lot of hype around about anti oxidant skin care – it’s said that these products remove fine lines and wrinkles and firm your skin.

But what’s an anti oxidant? Essentially, an antioxidant is a molecule capable of slowing or preventing the oxidation of other molecules.

The essentials to look your very best reports that skin care products which contain anti oxidants: “… give a second layer of defence from daylight as they can combat the damage caused to the elastin in your skin if UV rays get past your sunscreen. Dermatologists will tell you that decent antioxidants will protect your skin from some of the damage caused by smoking and air pollution.

Vitamin C, pomegranate and green tea are all rich in antioxidants, so keep an eye out for products that contain these, such as Vitamin C Skin Boost (£12) from the Body Shop (part of a wonderful Vitamin C range) or Decleor’s Vitaroma Wrinkle Prevention and Radiance Face Emulsion (£47, 020 7313 8780).”

How to avoid anti oxidants damaging your skin

Researchers suggest:

* Include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your diet, in fresh juice form too

* Stop smoking

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