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beauty X Lotion in motion Skin care 101 to keep you looking youthful and fresh-faced in any element The buzz about anti-oxidants Anti-oxidants is a word commonly used by skincare brands, but what do they actually do for your skin? They work by moping up and absorbing 'free radicals' from your skin – that is highly reactive molecules that can damage your skin and cause premature ageing. Good anti-oxidants are the ACE vitamins, that is vitamins A, C and E. Vitamin E is often used in moisturisers because it can help combat dryness and the signs of ageing. It is also useful for helping heal scars and burns. Care for your eyes The skin around your eyes is very delicate and should be cared for gently. The fine skin around eyes usually shows the first signs of ageing, as well as dark circles and puffiness. Don't be tempted to deal with the problem by putting on heavy oils and moisturisers – this can block tear ducts which cause more puffiness. Your eyes will benefit from an eye cream or gel. The delicate skin around your eyes needs extra special care because it is thinner than the skin on the rest of your face so it is less able to hold in moisture. There are fewer oil glands in this area, which adds to potential dryness, and there's no fatty layer underneath the skin to act as a shock absorber. The result is that this skin looses its elasticity. Make sure to choose an eye cream or gel to suit your skin type. Gels are great for young or oily skins, and creams and balms are suitable for dry to combinations skins. Aveeno Smart Essentials Nighttime Moisture Infusion 48g, $19.99, La Mav Daily Vitamin-C Brightening Serum 30ml, $79.99, Weleda Pomegranate Firming Face Serum 30ml, $45.90 Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum 15ml, $34.49, Sukin Antioxidant Eye Serum 35ml, $24.50, Garnier Caffeine Eye Roll-On, $17.49, Simple Kind to Eyes Revitalising Eye Roll-on 15ml, $14.99 AHA Know-How Another common ingredient in day lotions and night creams Grown Facial Anti-Aging Contour Sculpting Moisturiser 40ml, $75.95, QV Face Nurturing Night Cream 50g, $23.99, Garnier Youthful Radiance Caffeine and Grape Anti-oxidants Multi-action Cream Night 50ml, $13.49, Karen Murrell Absolute Luxury Face Moisturiser 50ml, $49 are fruit acids, also known as AHAs or alpha-hydroxy acids. They're commonly found in natural products such as fruit, sour milk and wine. They are included in many creams because they work by breaking protein bonds that hold together the dead cells on the skin's surface to reveal newer, fresher skin underneath. For centuries women have reaped the rewards of using AHAs by doing age-old beauty routines such as bathing in milk and applying wine to faces. Now AHAs have become a key ingredient in specialised skin care products, and the great news is that AHA products are now becoming more affordable and many mid-market companies are including AHAs in their skin care. 86 | www.hermagazine.co.nz