Antioxidant

Combatting the skin's oxidation process, which notably contributes to the exacerbation of skin ageing, has been a primary concern in recent years. Contrary to popular belief, olive oil, aside from its nourishing and soothing properties, also possesses antioxidant activity. Read on to discover if olive oil truly has an anti-radical action on the skin.

Ginger has been used for centuries in culinary and medicinal areas due to its numerous beneficial properties for the body, particularly for its antioxidant effects. Its use has since expanded to other fields and today, ginger extract can be found in many cosmetic products. Learn more about the antioxidant benefits of this ancient ingredient in cosmetic use.

Throughout life, the body's cells are subjected to oxidative stress. This refers to the generation of highly reactive molecules known as free radicals. These are ubiquitous in the process of cellular metabolism and can interact with DNA, proteins, and polyunsaturated fatty acids in the body, causing DNA chain breaks and oxidative damage such as lipid metabolism oxidation.
All these alterations are the primary internal causes of ageing and skin dysfunctions. This observation has led to a medical revolution that has emphasised the importance of antioxidants and free radical scavengers in the prevention and management of skin ageing.

BHA (ButylHydroxyAnisole) and BHT (ButylHydroxyToluene) are synthetic ingredients used both in food as additives, and in cosmetics as antioxidants. Suspected to be endocrine disruptors and carcinogens, they are also irritants and can cause allergies. For all these reasons, they are particularly criticised today. What is their regulation? What substitutes do we use at Typology? Discover some elements of response here.