: a substance (such as beta-carotene or vitamin C) that inhibits oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen, peroxides, or free radicals
antioxidantadjective
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Recent Examples on the WebPoosh also added the oil is a powerful antioxidant that helps maintain healthy and youthful skin, is anti-inflammatory and can help fade scars and dark spots. Giovana Gelhoren, Peoplemag, 20 Aug. 2022 Acai oil, another of Mother Nature’s superheroes, protects the skin from environmental pollution and works as a powerful antioxidant. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 May 2022 Tomatoes also have lots of lycopene, an antioxidant that fights molecules capable of damaging cells and affecting the immune system. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 13 Aug. 2022 The True Botanicals Glow Set includes its popular vitamin C serum along with a moisturizer and a serum that both feature chebula, a hydrating antioxidant with anti-aging properties. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE.com, 29 July 2022 Vitamin C can be used as a topical antioxidant that helps to block free radicals from causing oxidative damage to the skin (which can lead to wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion, among other things). Janell M. Hickman, SELF, 27 July 2022 An additional benefit is that tart cherries contain high levels of anthocyanins, which provide substantial antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity on a similar level to that provided by common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAY, 21 July 2022 Algae extract is another powerful antioxidant and helps protect the skin.The Salt Lake Tribune, 24 May 2022 Plus, it's formulated with brassica extract to reduce dark spots, arnica flower to soothe and hydrate, pullulan (a powerful antioxidant), and nourishing black quinoa to rejuvenate skin with amino acids, minerals, and vitamins. Ariel Scotti, PEOPLE.com, 5 July 2022 See More