March 3, 2008

Idebenone has been cited as one of the most effective antioxidants on the market today.  Idebenone is a potent antioxidant that is an variation of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10).  In skin care products, Idebenone serves to scavenge free radicals and binds to them in order to prevent degenerative cellular damage. 

This antioxidant has been shown to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve the appearance of skin roughness and dryness, and reduce the appearance of age spots and discoloration.  In addition to providing the same benefits as CoQ10, Idebenone offers distinct advantages as a powerful antioxidant based on its longer chain organic structure.  Idebenone is the active ingredient used in the Elizabeth Arden/Allergan Prevage …

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January 22, 2008

Many skin care products tout the beneficial effects of Vitamins as ingredients.  Applied topically, the following have been shown to be effective: 

Vitamin A
Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that is effective in helping reduce the appearance of fine facial wrinkles and improving skin texture.  Use of topical Vitamin A causes increased sun sensitivity so it is strongly recommended to use an effective sunscreen.  Tretinoin is a potent derivative of Vitamin A and it is one of the few substances whose anti-aging effects on the skin have been widely documented.  Retinol and Retinyl Palmitate are also derivatives of Vitamin A.

Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3, also known as Niacinamide, has been shown to be an effective topical ingredient that helps with skin texture and tone, …

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November 9, 2007

You are what you eat?  Your skin certainly is!  Using high-quality skin care products will help your skin looks its best, but what you put in the inside is just as important.
The following foods are high in antioxidants and gain high marks for glowing skin:

Berry Nation
Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, and Strawberries
More Exotic Fruits
Pomegranates and Guava

Oh Omega
Essential fatty acids contained in Salmon and other types of “fatty” fish such as Sardines, Albacore Tuna, and Mackerel.  Walnuts, Tofu, and Soybeans are also a great source.

A Dark World
Dark Leafy Greens and Dark Roots such as Beets

Eat Your Vegetables
Cabbage, Spinach, Brussel Sprouts, and Broccoli

Water
A pure state of matter to keeps your skin hydrated and refreshed!

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October 15, 2007

Free Radicals are created naturally in the body, but are also formed in increasing numbers from the environment. Some examples include pollution, cigarette smoke, and UV radiation. These oxygen molecules break down Collagen, which, in turn, cause wrinkles and sagging. Antioxidants work by neutralizing Free Radicals, and help to preserve these components of the skin.

Two of Beauty Beat’s favorite antioxidants are Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) and Green Tea (polyphenol isolates). These antioxidants are most potent in a serum compostion. Topical Vitamin C is effective only in the form of L-Ascorbic Acid. In this state, it has been shown to help increase Collagen synthesis. Beauty Beat advises to look carefully at the ingredients listed on a product. Although “Vitamin C” may be …

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