By Kelly Lee McCarren
Anti-oxidants provide our skin and our bodies the deflection needed against environmental assaults and free radical damage. This is why plenty of food brands are now boasting products ‘high in anti-oxidants’. However it isn’t enough to have a diet rich in anti-oxidants; (saying that don’t put down the bowl of fresh berries) topical applications of anti-oxidants are also important to give the skin cells ample protection against the destructiveness of environmental assaults and free radical damage. Without topical anti-oxidants our skin is subjected to all the nasties in the air that cause a breakdown of the skins cell structure resulting in increased signs of ageing.
Rescu. find’s our favourite anti-oxidant rich skin care products…
ESTÉE LAUDER Daywear Advanced Multi-Protection Anti-oxidant Moisturisers SPF 15 – (Above) The brand’s most effective anti-oxidant and broad-spectrum sunscreen protection ever, which helps prevent and diminish the appearance of the first signs of ageing. With continued daily use, it helps visibly diminish the appearance of fine, dry lines and dullness so skin looks smoother and more radiant. Incorporating an innovative new anti-oxidant recycling technology, this new “skin superfood” helps safeguard skin with multi-action protection in three advanced ways
1. A powerful proprietary Super Anti-Oxidant Complex provides an optimised blend of skin-essential anti-oxidants that has been specially formulated to continuously recycle and regenerate anti-oxidant capacity. This supplements the skin’s natural anti-oxidant resources for comprehensive all day anti-oxidant protection. The combination is so effective that it neutralises EVERY key type of skin-damaging free radical that can lead to premature signs of ageing.
2. Advanced Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen provides Estée Lauder’s best UVA defense ever – meeting the most advanced standards around the world for UVA protection. By helping defend against damaging UV rays, skin is protected to help keep it looking younger, longer.
3. A potent Blend of Skin Quenching Hydrators and Barrier-Boosting Lipids provide skin with instant and all-day moisture to protect it against dehydration, which can accelerate the signs of premature ageing.
Rescu. Roadtest. We found that our skin drastically improved with daily use and it has a beautiful texture that melts into the skin, which made it great under foundation.
RRP. $85. Available at Estée Lauder counters and online at www.esteelauder.com.au.
Antipodes Ananda Anti-oxidant Toner – Contains pure New Zealand Waiwera artesian water – high in natural minerals and voted ‘Worlds Best Water’, which offers hydration and moisture balance to sensitive skin. The product also contains Raspberry Extract to help strengthen delicate skin, Aloe Vera to soothe environmentally aggressed skin, and Mamaku black fern – an antioxidant-rich ingredient that assists with healthy cell regeneration and proliferation. Upon application skin feels calm, smooth and hydrated. When we tried the Antipodes Toner, we found it uplifting and super hydrating during the recent humidity.
RRP $34.95. Available from Myer and David Jones.
Ultraceuticals Ultra C Firming Serum – A complete anti-ageing face saviour that Rescu. Loves. Containing 10% Pure Vitamin C, and potent anti-ageing peptide Goji Berry Extract (a VERY powerful antioxidant), this wonder serum helps to activate the skins repair function, boost collagen production, and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
RRP $98.00. Available at David Jones stores and leading salons nationally.
Nutrimetics Ultra Care+Antioxidant Peeling Masque – This luxe masque detoxifies, firms and hydrates skin in just 15 minutes, peeling away to leave skin purified and refreshed. The unique peel-off formula also eliminates impurities by unblocking pores. The anti-oxidant ingredients in the formula include mineral clay, tourmaline and tea extract.
RRP $45. Available via Nutrimetics consultants or online at www.nutrimetics.com.au.