7 Antioxidants That Are Great For Your Skin

If you have not updated your skincare routine, then you should do it immediately. Just ensure that your skin care products contain a lot of antioxidants and eat your way to glowing skin by including them in your diet!

I have already discussed the benefits of antioxidants in my last post. There are dozens of antioxidants that have several functions. However, no single antioxidant is a miraculous skincare agent. It is important to include many of them in your diet and skincare routine.

Want to know about some super effective antioxidants your skin needs? Keep reading this post!

* Vitamin C

Vitamin C is is a skincare superhero! It has many proven benefits which make it a favorite of beauty experts around the world. It is known to brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Besides its anti-aging benefits, Vitamin C is great for visibly improving uneven skin tone. There are many excellent products that contain Vitamin C and when combined with other antioxidants, it works wonders for the skin.

* Vitamin E

Vitamin E is one of the most popular antioxidants that is used in skincare products. It nourishes and plays an important role in defending the skin against environmental damage. Vitamin E is also known for its role in treating and preventing sun damage. It gives excellent results when used along with Vitamin C and you can use products that contain both these antioxidants for gorgeous looking skin.

* Retinol

We know that it is one of the most exceptional ingredients used in skincare and it is no wonder that most of us look for products rich in Retinol. But have you ever wondered what is Retinol? It is a form of Vitamin A!

We must realize that apart from a healthy diet, what we put on our skin makes a lot of difference. There are plenty of Retinol containing products in the market and trust me, it is what you need for younger, better skin. Retinol is an extraordinary anti-aging agent, it makes the skin appear softer and smoother and is an excellent ingredient to even the skin tone.

* Green Tea

I am a huge green tea lover. It keeps me warm in winters and forms an important part of my skincare routine. Some of you may remember the DIY Green Tea Scrub recipe that I had posted a few weeks back. It is a super easy DIY scrub that gently exfoliates the skin and leaves it rejuvenated.

Since it is a fabulous skin care agent with many beauty benefits, green tea is found in many potent skincare products. It contains Epigallocatechin Gallate, commonly known as EGCG which is a very effective antioxidant for skin. It has the potential to protect the skin from environmental damage and is also great for soothing red, irritated skin.

* Resveratrol

Do you know what makes red wine great for the skin? It is the presence of antioxidant, Resveratrol! The buzz around Resveratrol is fairly new and it is not without a reason. Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant that has anti-aging benefits.

* Proanthocyanidins

Grape seed extract contains Proanthocyanidins which are surprisingly more powerful than Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Their ability to fight free radicals makes grape seed extract a wonderful skincare agent. Proanthocyanidins increase blood circulation and improve the skin besides protecting it from sun damage.

* Lycopene

Lycopene is easily absorbed into the skin and acts to improve skin texture. It has the ability to soften fine lines and wrinkles making the skin appear younger. Lycopene is also effective in treating pigmentation and age spots.