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Impact of Oxidative Stress on Skin Health and the Utility of Antioxidants

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Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD

An expert discusses how oxidative stress accelerates skin aging by damaging cells through free radicals, which form from UV exposure. Antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, niacinamide, and polyphenols counteract this damage. Combining antioxidants with sunscreen enhances protection, reducing free radical formation and optimizing skin health.

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    • What is the effect of oxidative stress on the skin, and how are free radicals formed as a result of sunlight exposure?
    • What antioxidants have shown to be beneficial in reducing free radical formation in the skin?
    • How can the combination of antioxidants and sunscreen provide a synergistic approach to optimizing skin health?
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