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Skin Creams containing Vitamins
Vitamins A, C and E are all antioxidants. They mop up free radicals and
convert them into harmless compounds
which can then be eliminated from the
skin. When applied in the form of a
cream, they protect against environmental damage and UV rays. They have
a neutralizing effect on free radicals
that is the equivalent of using SPF 2 to
3. Although antioxidants are no substitute for sunscreens, their presence in
sun-protection formulas reduces the
need for high levels of chemical fillers,
which are potentially irritating to the
skin.
Zinc, copper, manganese, selenium and super oxide dismutase are also
antioxidants. In addition to their antioxidant
properties, vitamins in skin creams provide other benefits.
Vitamin E is an
excellent hydrating surface lubricant that supplements the barrier function
of the outer layer.
Vitamin C plays an
important role in collagen formation. Some cosmetologists suggest that vitamin A can be turned into minute doses
of retinoic acid, which can repair damaged collagen and elastin.
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