The Power of Antioxidants: Protect Your Skin from Ageing & Damage
A professional guide to protecting your skin from the inside out
If you’re starting to take your skincare more seriously—or you already invest in your skin and want to make smart choices—then understanding antioxidants is a must.
At Fresh Aesthetics, we talk about antioxidants every day during consultations. They're one of the most effective ingredients for protecting and preserving your skin’s health, radiance, and youthfulness—but what exactly are they? And do they really make a difference?
What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants are molecules that protect your skin from oxidative stress—a major contributor to premature ageing, inflammation, pigmentation, and collagen breakdown.
Every day, our skin is exposed to free radicals—unstable molecules caused by pollution, UV rays, blue light, smoking, and even stress. These free radicals damage healthy skin cells, accelerating the ageing process.
Think of antioxidants as your skin’s internal defence system—they neutralise these harmful molecules and help prevent long-term skin damage.
Why antioxidants matter in your skincare routine
Including antioxidants in your routine isn’t a trend—it’s a clinically supported way to maintain and protect your skin’s health. Consistent use can:
Protect against environmental stressors
Slow down signs of ageing
Support collagen production
Brighten dull, tired skin
Even out skin tone and reduce pigmentation
Soothe redness and inflammation
Whether your concern is ageing, dullness, sensitivity or prevention—antioxidants are a smart, evidence-based addition to your skincare strategy.
Which antioxidants are best?
Not all antioxidants work in the same way. Some are better for calming, others for brightening or boosting collagen. Here are a few we regularly recommend at Fresh Aesthetics:
Vitamin C
A gold-standard antioxidant. Brightens the skin, evens tone, supports collagen, and enhances SPF protection.
Best used in the morning under SPF. Ideal for pigmentation, dullness, and prevention.
Vitamin E
Often paired with Vitamin C. Hydrates, soothes, and supports skin repair.
Best for dry or sensitised skin. Often found in moisturisers and barrier-supporting serums.
Green Tea Extract
A natural antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.
Suitable for irritated, breakout-prone, or reactive skin. Helps reduce redness and support healing.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
A multi-tasking ingredient that regulates oil, improves skin barrier function, brightens, and protects.
Can be used morning or evening. Especially helpful for rosacea, uneven tone, and early signs of ageing.
Resveratrol
A potent antioxidant derived from red grapes. Supports skin repair and has powerful anti-ageing properties.
Best used at night to help neutralise daily free radical exposure while you sleep.
When should you start using antioxidants?
The earlier, the better. Prevention is always more effective than correction. Antioxidants can be used by all skin types and at any age, but they’re especially beneficial in your 20s to 40s—when your skin is managing increased environmental exposure, stress, and the early signs of ageing.
How we use antioxidants at Fresh Aesthetics
At Fresh Aesthetics, we offer more than just products. During our consultations, we assess your skin’s current condition and recommend evidence-based skincare that includes the most appropriate antioxidant ingredients for your skin goals.
Every recommendation is tailored to your skin type and concerns, with real, visible results in mind.
Final thoughts
Antioxidants aren’t just a nice-to-have in your skincare routine—they’re essential. They protect your skin from the daily stressors you can’t always control, and they work hard in the background to keep your complexion looking healthy, bright, and youthful.
If you’re unsure where to start, we’re here to help. Book a skin consultation and let us design a plan that supports your skin from the inside out.
Visit Fresh Aesthetics in Portadown for expert skin advice you can trust.
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