Coenzyme Q10

(CoQ10), also known as “vitamin Q”, is found in virtually every cell in the human body and is essential for our bodies to function. It is used to slow down ageing and is an important antioxidant. Antioxidants play a key role in fighting free radicals. If the skin is not sufficiently protected by a layer of antioxidants (substances that bind oxygen), free radicals form. These damage the skin and cause it to age. Coenzyme Q10 plays a vital role in helping cells produce energy for all cellular processes, from cell regeneration to collagen synthesis. After the age of 25, its production begins to slow down. As we age, the amount of coenzyme Q10 in the body decreases as its levels in the tissues decline. Without coenzyme Q10, energy production is interrupted, bringing all biochemical processes in the cell to a halt. This is often associated with the appearance of certain signs of skin ageing. We can supply the skin with the Q10 it needs through a good-quality diet and skincare. The body produces it from dietary fats using vitamins B2, B3, B6 and B9, and it is found in foods such as soya beans, peanuts, spinach, oily fish and beef. For cosmetic use, it is obtained through bacterial fermentation, which ensures a vegan form, or from natural yeast as the patented form Kaneka Ubiquinol, which is identical to the form found in the human body.

It acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralising free radicals generated by UV radiation, pollution or stress, thereby protecting cells from oxidative damage and slowing down ageing. It supports energy production in the mitochondria through ATP synthesis, accelerating cell regeneration and the synthesis of collagen and elastin. It improves skin elasticity, firmness and hydration, restores the epidermal protective barrier and reduces the depth of wrinkles. In cosmetics, concentrations of around 0,3-1 % are recommended for optimal penetration into the skin.

Ideal for mature, dry, sagging or dehydrated skin showing the first signs of ageing, wrinkles or loss of elasticity. Recommended for sensitive skin exposed to photoageing, UV radiation or environmental factors, as well as for preventing premature ageing in people over 25. Suitable for all skin types, especially those prone to oxidative stress, dark spots or loss of vitality.

A clinical study showed that topical application of coenzyme Q10 reduced the depth of wrinkles around the eyes and improved skin smoothness and elasticity after 12 weeks of use (BioFactors, 2004). Further research showed that topical application of Q10 at a concentration of 0,3 % increased CoQ10 levels in cells, reduced UV-induced oxidative damage to keratinocyte DNA and supported epithelial regeneration (Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018).