Antioxidants aren't just for breakfast anymore!

When you think of antioxidants, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? If you said vitamin C you are on the right path. Think of antioxidants as a nutrient you need inside and out.

Let's start with the inside. Blueberries, oranges, pomegranate, strawberries....You get the point.
By ingesting any of these in a smoothie, juicing, in steel cut oatmeal, ...your body can increase its defense against disease, infection, stress, outside environmental stressors(pollution..). But, the easiest way is to take 500-1000mg a day of vitamin C. The studies are all positive when it comes to taking
vitamin C.
Now if you want to talk about the outside, I am speaking of your skin. Your face, neck, and
decolletage. Great antioxidants of medical grade can actually start to increase the amount of moisture in your skin. They can decrease fine lines and wrinkles. They could also decrease the amount of pigment that is produced in cases like melasma.(hyperpigmentation due to hormones, pregnancy, photo damage).
My Top 2:
1. Prevage MD-This product has Idebenone. Thee strongest antioxidant on the market. This product will leave your skin glowing. The MD brand can only be bought in a doctor's office. If you purchase this at the Elizabeth Arden counter it will cost you more and the percentage of Idebenone decreases by half. You would apply this every am before your sunscreen/moisturizer and every night at bedtime before your retinol/moisturizer. Some people are sensitive to this product. Ask for a sample to try before purchasing and apply a little dab along the lower jawline over night to see how your skin reacts to this product.
2. Skin Medica Vitamin C & E is also a great product. It feels silky going on and your skin feels smooth and looks fantastic after application every am. Easily tolerated by all skin types. This product is one that will be loved by all.

Antioxidants will put moisture back into the skin. Encourage collagen stimulation. Decrease fine lines and wrinkles, & decrease the amount of melanin/pigment made by the skin. This is a win/win product. Women as well as men will benefit from this topical. Just remember to follow through with a good sunscreen daily to compliment your regimen in keeping your skin glowing and beautiful!