Antioxidants: what a seductive and fragrant word! When we think of antioxidants, these two qualities come to mind…
Antioxidants are attractive because they provide us with wonderful benefits. They are fragrant because they come, in most cases, from juicy, flavorful, and fragrant foods. Antioxidants are a true gift from heaven, a treasure beautifully designed by nature to keep our skin young, smooth, and beautiful.
The benefits of antioxidants for the skin
Among its many functions is that of repairing, revitalizing, and regenerating the molecular structures of skin cells.
But in addition to this, antioxidants:
– They protect against oxidative damage from free radicals (pollution, toxins in ultra-processed foods, dirt, etc.),
– They unify the skin tone, reducing spots and preventing their reappearance,
– They soften the skin's texture, since when ingested through food, they are usually present in highly hydrating foods, and when applied through organic cosmetics, they are accompanied by high-quality vegetable oils…
Because, although our body has its own defense system, with endogenous antioxidants (substances that neutralize oxidation), this is not enough today.
To combat the number of environmental attacks we experience every day, it's important to ingest antioxidants through food and cosmetics.
Antioxidant Foods for Skin
The most powerful antioxidant foods that are also easy to find (the key is that a healthy, antioxidant-rich meal is primarily simple and accessible) are:
– Green leaves : packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, they protect skin cells and stimulate their growth, preventing skin from wrinkling and becoming damaged. We recommend including spinach, lamb's lettuce, purple lettuce, basil, parsley, cilantro, rosemary, thyme, and more.
– Wild berries : These small reddish or purple berries (raspberries, blueberries, grapes, or blackberries) are a true vitamin and antioxidant gem. Their high flavonoid content protects, revitalizes, and reduces the signs of aging.
– Pure cocoa : provides wrinkle resistance and has protective effects against ultraviolet rays, helping to reduce skin sensitivity to solar radiation.
– Extra virgin olive oil : Its high polyphenol content makes it a true ally for repairing oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It also preserves the skin's natural elasticity, leaving it soft and smooth.
– Nuts : Rich in vitamin E, folic acid, magnesium, calcium, melatonin, B vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids , nuts, especially Brazil nuts, pistachios, almonds, and cashews, are the perfect mix for preventing cellular oxidation, slowing down aging, and preventing and/or softening premature wrinkles.
Including these foods in your daily routine, chewed and savored thoroughly, is essential for youthful, radiant, and natural skin.
Because what we eat is essential for maintaining smooth, radiant skin, but how we eat is even more important. We are not what we eat, we are what we digest and absorb.
Therefore, every time you eat one of these foods, and in general (if possible) at every meal, give yourself the time and space to chew, savor, and swallow your bites thoroughly. This will facilitate digestion, allowing the liver to work better and the essential nutrients to be truly functional. If you add a couple of grateful breaths to this, the combo is perfect.
Natural Antioxidants for the Skin
And above all, remember that along with this, it's vital to use high-quality natural and organic cosmetics. Because your skin needs to be nourished inside and out.
And you might be wondering: what vitamin is an antioxidant? Well, it's similar to food. Look for cosmetics rich in:
– Vitamin A : Its cosmetic use is very interesting, as it protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals and prevents premature aging. It also helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles, giving the skin a younger and smoother appearance. It can also reduce blemishes, roughness, and acne. The main cosmetic oils that contain vitamin A are carrot oil, rosehip oil , avocado oil, and wheat germ oil.
– Vitamin C : In addition to helping visibly fade discoloration or reduce fine lines and wrinkles, using a vitamin C serum can also provide antioxidant protection to help defend against skin-damaging free radicals. It evens out skin tone. It reduces expression lines, thanks to the synthesis of collagen and elastin. It increases skin elasticity. It improves firmness.
– Vitamin E : Thanks to its antioxidant properties, vitamin E protects the formula from oxidation and prevents the action of solar and environmental free radicals on the skin, thus preventing premature aging. Vitamin E can be found naturally in some of the most commonly used vegetable oils in cosmetics, such as wheat germ oil (antioxidant and anti-inflammatory), sweet almond oil , argan oil , grape seed oil (protects the skin from damage caused by UV rays), and sesame oil.
In this case, our Anti-Aging Line products are perfect for this: designed with the finest antioxidant ingredients, using the most pristine and effective botanicals, they not only improve the skin's appearance but also nourish it with benevolent and environmentally friendly components.
