CoEnzyme Q10

CoEnzyme Q10 (aka CoQ10 or Ubiquinone) is an antioxidant found naturally in our skin that primarily helps to support cellular energy by increasing ATP production. Our bodies make less CoQ10 as we age and studies show that it can be supplemented with skincare. Basically, it gives skin more energy so it can act like more youthful energized skin.

CoQ10 also neutralizes free radicals which helps keep collagen healthy, and blocks tyrosinase to help fade dark spots & even skin tone. In one study, the use of 1% CoQ10 cream for five months reduced wrinkle score grade observed by a dermatologist.

CoQ10 is a dark yellow oil-soluble powder that has been shown to penetrate into the viable layers of the epidermis and reduce the level of oxidation, a reduction in wrinkle depth following CoQ10 application was also shown. These results indicate that CoQ10 has the efficacy to prevent many of the detrimental effects of photoaging.

Sources:

Aging skin is functionally anaerobic: importance of coenzyme Q10 for anti aging skin care. Biofactors 2008

Coenzyme Q10, a cutaneous antioxidant and energizer. Biofactors 1999

Mechanisms of inhibitory effects of CoQ10 on UVB-induced wrinkle formation in vitro and in vivo. Biofactors 2008

Topical treatment with coenzyme Q10-containing formulas improves skin's Q10 level and provides antioxidative effects. Biofactors 2015