We are all aware of the many damaging effects the environment and climate can have on our skin. As skin is our largest organ and direct interface with the environment it is directly affected. Over time, this damage can lead to inflammation, signs of ageing, and a decreased ability of the cells to be able to repair themselves.  Which is why incorporating anti-oxidants into your skincare has been proven to help protect skin. Cue, SKIN functional!

About SKIN functional

SKIN functional is a range of products, all expertly created using Optimal Concentrations™ effective and trusted ingredients to restore and maintain your skin’s ideal function. Equipped with SKINtelligence, adapt your skincare regime to your ever-changing skincare needs. Each product delivers potent treatments, providing everything your skin needs with Reproducible Results™.

The Role Of Anti-Oxidants In Skincare

Dr Lauren Knight, a board certified Dermatologist said:

Topical antioxidants have been shown to have a host of benefits for the skin. The main benefits been shown in skincare include:

• Protection against UV damage: We know that the sun is the main culprit in ageing of the skin in what we call photo ageing.  This ageing occurs by the sun damaging DNA of the cells which ultimately limits the number of times a cell can repair itself which leads to ageing. Antioxidants may help give a protective effect against UV damage when combined with sunscreen.
• Calm inflammation: Free radicals by their very nature create inflammation. Antioxidants can help reduce inflammation and may have a soothing effect on the skin. This is typically seen with Niacinamide for example.
• Slow premature aging: Topical antioxidants can make the skin look more youthful by improving skin tone and texture, evening out pigmentation as well as increasing collagen synthesis. Additionally they protect against extrinsic aging (for instance, premature aging caused by external factors like chronic sun exposure, smoking, pollution, and more).

What Are Your Anti-Oxidants?

The list of anti-oxidants includes:

• Vitamin C & E;
• Resveratrol;
• Niacinamide;
• and Co-Enzyme Q10.

New To Oxidative Care at SKIN functional

Launching this month is the new 12% Ascorbic Acid + Briteodant Complex serum. This is a formulation ensures the delivery of Ascorbic Acid, which is the most powerful form of Vitamin C. We don’t ingest sufficient quantities of Ascorbic Acid, so it is important to apply it topically. The Briteodant Complex™ is a powerful complex that brightens and evens the skin complexion, resulting in more even skin tone.

• Added benefits include: Increased Collagen production.
• 30ml dropper bottle for R270,00 available on www.skinfunctional.com.

Another valuable addition to SKIN functional’s Anti-Oxidant product offering is the Q10 + Peptides serum. This product provides a balanced treatment that repairs, rebuilds, and protects skin. It is formulated with natural yet powerful Co-Enzyme Q10, which protects against skin damage while regenerating the skin and reducing the effects of photo-ageing. Peptides increase Collagen production, which decreases fine lines and wrinkles.

• 30ml airless bottle for R295,00 available on www.skinfunctional.com.

For More Information

For more information about SKIN functional, visit their website at skinfunctional.com.

You can also contact them by emailing orders@skinfunctional.com, calling 011 201 4832 or WhatsApping them on 076 039 8651.

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