CoQ10: The Powerhouse Ingredient Your Skin Needs

The skincare industry has been quietly buzzing about Coenzyme Q10 (or CoQ10 for short), an antioxidant molecule that plays a pivotal role in cellular energy metabolism. 

What does that mean exactly? 

When we’re young, our body produces higher levels of CoQ10 that supply energy to cells and support growth. As we age and take on more stress, our body’s supply of CoQ10 lowers, resulting in signs of aging such as wrinkles, reduced elasticity, and hyperpigmentation.

Adding a product with Coenzyme Q10 to your skincare routine—such as our cleanser, elixir, toner or moisturizer—helps to normalize and stimulate cellular energy production and provides endless benefits to support firmer, brighter looking skin. Plus, since CoQ10 is a naturally occurring antioxidant, it’s safe for all skin types. 

CoQ10 Benefits

Reduces the effects of free radicals: Free radicals is a term you probably hear a lot in dermatology. Living breathing things are made up of molecules, which contain atoms and electrons. Electrons love to be coupled up, and when the electrons circling an oxygen atom break up, this is known as a free radical. Free radicals happen when you over expose your body to UV rays, pollution, tobacco, alcohol, and even fried food. The excess amount causes damage to the skin over time. 

Evens skin tone: CoQ10 helps produce melanin which can prevent dark spots and fade hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone.

Stimulates collagen production: CoQ10 delivers adenosine triphosphate (ATP) for synthesis which is essential for collagen production. It also helps strengthen and calm skin.

Reduces fine lines and wrinkles: CoQ10 increases cell turnover and tissue regeneration, resulting in a diminishing appearance of these signs of aging.