Antioxidants | Why do we need them for our Skin?
Do you know free radicals aka unstable molecules in the environment damage our DNA, cell membranes, and other parts of cells? Free radicals are unstable and highly reactive molecules that steal electrons from other sources and damage those molecules in the process. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals by donating some of their own electrons. We can’t really escape from free radicals. Our body generates free radicals in response to air pollution, UV rays, etc. However, there is a delicate balance between free radicals and antioxidants that are naturally made in the skin. When that balance is lost, things like premature aging of the skin occurs. This can also lead to hyperpigmentation, acne, skin inflammation, skin sensitivity, as well as skin cancers. This is where antioxidants in skincare play an important role.