Resveratrol

What is resveratrol?

Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant that acts as a protective shield for your skin cells. It occurs naturally in, among other things, the skin of red grapes, blueberries, and raspberries, where it forms the plant's own defense system against external stressors.

In skincare, resveratrol is used to neutralize free radicals caused by the sun, exhaust fumes, and environmental stress. By counteracting oxidative stress, it helps to preserve the skin's existing collagen and elastin, which counteracts premature signs of aging and helps the skin maintain its firmness.

The ingredient also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and calm stressed skin, while contributing to a more even and clearer skin tone over time.

Benefits: Powerful antioxidant, Protective, Anti-aging, Calming
Collections: Anti-aging, Sensitive skin.
Skin types: All skin types, Mature skin

Resveratrol is like a bodyguard for your skin cells. One that tirelessly protects them against daily attacks from the sun, exhaust fumes, and stress. That is resveratrol. It is one of nature's absolute most powerful antioxidants, and a superstar at protecting the skin and preventing signs of aging.

Resveratrol is a natural ingredient found in the skin of red grapes, blueberries, and raspberries. It acts as the plant's own immune system. In skincare, it is used to provide the same type of protection to our skin. It neutralizes the harmful free radicals that break down our collagen and accelerate the skin's aging.

Benefits of Resveratrol

Resveratrol is a favorite for anyone who wants to work preventatively and protect their skin deeply. It is known for its ability to provide a robust defense against environmental stress. Here are its most important benefits:

• Provides superior antioxidant protection: This is resveratrol's main superpower. It is exceptionally effective at finding and neutralizing the free radicals that cause oxidative stress in the skin, which is one of the biggest causes of premature aging.
• Protects the skin's collagen and elastin: In addition to protecting against future damage, resveratrol helps to preserve the collagen and elastin you already have. This helps the skin maintain its firmness and elasticity longer.
• Calms and reduces redness: Resveratrol has significant anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it excellent for calming stressed and irritated skin and reducing redness.
• Helps to even out skin tone: By protecting the skin and inhibiting certain processes that lead to pigmentation, resveratrol can contribute to a clearer and more even skin tone over time.

Skin types and uses

Resveratrol is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to invest in their skin's long-term health. It is a hero for those who live in an urban environment or for mature skin that needs maximum protection.

• To protect the skin against daily environmental factors and pollution.
• As part of an anti-aging routine to prevent fine lines and loss of firmness.
• For sensitive or reactive skin that needs a calming antioxidant.
• To boost the effect of your daily sun protection.

How to use Resveratrol

This is a potent ingredient, but it is easy to include in your routine. Here are our best tips to get the most out of it:

• Application: You usually find it in serums. Apply a few drops to cleansed and dry skin. Because it is sensitive to light and air, it always comes in protective packaging.
• Frequency: It is mild enough to be used every day. For the best protective effect, use it every morning.
• Time of day: Perfect in your morning routine. Use it before your moisturizer and your sun protection. It acts as an extra protective shield during the day.
• Combine with: Resveratrol is a team player that loves other antioxidants. It works fantastically well together with Vitamin C and Ferulic Acid, as they help to stabilize and enhance each other's effect.

FAQ

Is Resveratrol safe for sensitive skin?

Yes, thanks to its strong calming properties, resveratrol is generally a very good choice for sensitive skin. But as with all powerful active ingredients, we recommend that you do a patch test if you are very reactive.

Can I use Resveratrol when I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

Yes. Resveratrol in skincare is considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The amount absorbed by the skin is negligible.

Is Resveratrol better than Vitamin C?

They are not competitors, but partners in a superhero team. Both are fantastic antioxidants. Vitamin C is the expert at actively building up collagen and brightening pigmentation. Resveratrol is the expert at protecting against a broad spectrum of free radicals and calming inflammation. Together they provide an almost unbeatable protection for your skin.

Why is the packaging so important for Resveratrol?

Resveratrol is a very sensitive molecule that quickly loses its effect when exposed to light and air. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary that products with resveratrol come in dark, airtight bottles, often with a pump or pipette. This protects the ingredient and ensures that you get the full effect.