Ubiquinone (CoQ10)

AntioxidantFirmness / AgingMoisturizing

INCI: Ubiquinone

In short · TL;DR

Category

Antioxidant

Effect

Antioxidant, mitochondrial function support, wrinkle improvement

Concentration

0.01-0.3%

Effect

Antioxidant, mitochondrial function support, wrinkle improvement

Mechanism

As a coenzyme in the mitochondrial electron transport chain, involved in cellular energy production. An endogenous antioxidant that decreases with age. Fat-soluble, suppresses lipid peroxidation in cell membranes

Typical concentration

0.01-0.3%

Onset

Wrinkle improvement: 6-12 weeks

Cautions

Yellow to orange coloration. Unstable to light; night use recommended

Evidence & references

Hoppe et al. (1999) "Coenzyme Q10, a cutaneous antioxidant and energizer" PubMed

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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