A-Z — Anti-oxidant

Anti-oxidant —refers to the ability of an ingredient to slow down, prevent, or block oxidation caused by the damaging effects of free radical activity. Some of the most common anti-oxidants used in cosmetics are beta carotene, coenzyme Q10, glutathione, green tea, idebenone, superoxide dismutase, and vitamins C and E. It is well established that a mixture of anti-oxidants may enhance the photo-protective effects of a formulation. Antioxidants are key to age prevention and their daily use in cosmetic products helps reduce UV-induced skin damage. 

Bisabolol, which is also known as alpha bisabolol or a-bisabolol, is an active ingredient in chamomile. Bisabolol is a common skin care ingredient due to its anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and anti-microbial qualities.  Some of its benefits include: hydration, protection against free radicals, soothing, antimicrobial (can kill bacteria and reduce breakouts), and stimulation of the skin’s healing response, helping to reduce scarring and blemishes.  Helps you achieve a clearer, more even complexion.

Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone is a derivative of the flavonoid hesperidin, found in citrus fruits. It is an antioxidant and is often used to reduce dark circles under the eyes.   

sh-Polypeptide-2 is a synthetic recombinant analog of human Thioredoxin (TRX) that stimulates dermal cell growth and proliferation and protects them from oxidative stress. Thioredoxin is a natural cytoprotector peptide present in all human cells. TRX is localized in the cytoplasm of cells and under oxidative stress it quickly moves into the nucleus, protecting the cell from damage. Thanks to potent antioxidant action, it reduces free radicals, preventing skin cells' programmed death (apoptosis) while reinforcing the skin’s defenses. sh-Polypeptide-2 (former rh-Oligopeptide-4; rh-Polypeptide-2) reduces the number of free radicals, and forms disulfide bonds in proteins, promoting the formation of the correct tertiary structure of...