Antioxidants are considered an essential part of facial care, as they protect the skin from harmful influences and can help slow down the aging process. Antioxidants are molecules that can neutralize free radicals before they cause damage to cells and tissues. Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that are produced by factors such as UV radiation, exhaust fumes, and even stress. These molecules are particularly reactive because they are missing an electron. To compensate for this imbalance, they attack other molecules in the skin and steal electrons, leading to oxidative stress. This oxidative stress can attack lipids, proteins, and even DNA in the skin cells. In the long term, this can weaken the skin barrier, promote inflammation, and accelerate skin aging.

The effect of antioxidants on the skin is based on their ability to stabilize free radicals by donating an electron to them without becoming unstable themselves. The result: skin cells are protected from oxidative stress, which can prevent the formation of wrinkles, pigmentation disorders, and a dull complexion. Since our bodies often do not produce enough antioxidants, external supply via skin care is a valuable supplement. Antioxidants are indispensable active ingredients, especially in daily facial care, which must withstand the effects of the sun and air pollution. Well-known antioxidants for the skin include vitamin C, vitamin E, resveratrol, and special substances in plant extracts such as polyphenols. These are found in many products, from serums and creams to sunscreens, and offer additional protection for the skin.

Antioxidants are often combined in skin care products to maximize their antioxidant effect. The best-known antioxidants for the skin include: Vitamin C: A powerful antioxidant that not only neutralizes free radicals, but can also support collagen production and reduce pigmentation spots. Since pure ascorbic acid is very unstable, DR EMI ARPA SKIN uses stable derivatives such as ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, and ascorbyl glucoside. Superoxide dismutase (SOD): This enzymatic antioxidant neutralizes particularly aggressive free radicals and supports the structure of collagen and elastin. Resveratrol: A polyphenol that can support skin regeneration and protect the skin from light-induced damage. EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate): This ingredient, which is extracted from green tea, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can be particularly beneficial for sensitive skin. Astaxanthin: A powerful natural antioxidant that can provide protection against UV-induced oxidative stress and have an anti-inflammatory effect.DR EMI ARPA SKIN's Serious C Complex Antioxidant Serum combines powerful antioxidants (EGCG, resveratrol, SOD, astaxanthin) with vitamin C derivatives (ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, ethyl ascorbic acid, ascorbyl glucoside) in a light texture. As a daily skincare product, it can protect the skin from harmful environmental influences and act as a serious support system! Applied under a sunscreen, it provides complete protection against environmental toxins. 

Antioxidants can play an important role in protecting against skin damage and slowing down skin ageing. They help the skin to defend itself against the damaging effects of free radicals, which can damage cell structure and accelerate the natural ageing process. Using an antioxidant serum in your daily skincare routine can strengthen the skin barrier and help to reduce the oxidative stress to which the skin is exposed.