When it comes to skin correcting ingredients, the research is very clear: Antioxidants are the champions. Not only do antioxidants fight against free-radical damage that is responsible for uneven skin tone and dark marks, they also boost the efficiency of skin lightening creams and help support sunscreens in preventing sun damage. Actually, during the day, the mix of antioxidants and sun protection is a strong defence against dull skin, hyper pigmentation and discolouration. At night, providing your skin with effective antioxidants will help to repair and heal your skin.

There are a vast number of effective antioxidants, but some are proven to be superior in treating hyperpigmentation, sun damaged and patchy skin. The most effective antioxidants for these concerns are shown below:

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is one of the best known antioxidants which absorbs very well into the skin.

What does it do?

Vitamin E works in many ways to protect skin cells from oxidative damage and from the onset of sun damage. It also works extremely well in combination with vitamin C. So a serum or supplement that contains both vitamins C and E can provide exceptional results. Look out for Vitamin E in the ingredients lists.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C works very well for treating pigmentation, sun damage, dull skin, brown spots and age spots. This stable vitamin is seen as the king of anti-ageing / skin correcting ingredients.

What does it do?

When applied to the skin, vitamin C has been shown to increase the production of collagen. Well documented research shows that vitamin C reduces dark marks and skin discolourations. It strengthens the skin and helps to protect it from UV rays. Vitamin C is found in many creams, serums and supplements. You will achieve optimum results from this antioxidant in specially formulated treatments and skin lightening products.

Retinol

Retinol - vitamin A has a well known reputation as a superb ingredient for skin. It provides many benefits when used regularly. Retinol also has been proven to fade dark marks, brown spots, and acne scars. In skincare treatments, it is listed as retinol or retinyl palmitate.

Green Tea

Green tea is a powerful antioxidant, whether applied to the skin or taken as a supplement. A great deal of research has shown that green tea as many benefits for the skin and helps to repair and protect the skin.

When the super antioxidants mentioned are formulated together, supported with skin lightening ingredients and the application of sunscreen every day, the results are truly incredible!