Antioxidants in SKINCARE | How to choose, by dermatologist Dr Davin Lim

@drdavinlim talks about antioxidants. Antioxidants are an essential part of every skin care routine . What are antioxidants? This group of compounds protect the skin against free radicals caused by UV & environmental pollutants. They work by taking up free electrons, in turn protecting cell membrane & function . Foods rich in antioxidants. Dietary needs of antioxidants are met with a balanced diet. Foods high in antioxidants include; dark chocolate, nuts, esp pecan nuts, fruits: oranges, beans, kale, spinach, cabbage, berries, blueberries, strawberries, goji,raspberries . What do antioxidants do for skin? Apart from normal cell function, antioxidants work by- . 1. Protecting dermal collagen & elastic fibers, hence the role in antiaging . 2. Reduce potential skin cancer (niacinamide studies) reduce solar keratosis rate 23 to 40%. . 3. Pigmentation treatments, namely to reduce oxidative stress & possibly reduce pigment via blue + HEV light . 4. Reduce inflammation & oxidative stress;acne (free fatty acids) rosacea Vitiligo, psoriasis, lupus . How to start skin care? The mainstream antioxidants include . Vitamin C or ascorbic acid. 10-20 % L ascorbic stand alone or combined with vitamin E, ferulic acids . Vitamin E: Tocopherol is ideal for those with sensitive skin. The most cost effective antioxidant . Ferulic acid: this has synergistic effects with vitamin C . Silimarin: derived from milk thistle, this antioxidant can help with acne & reduce the incidence of post acne marks