18 Feb, 2026
4 mins read

When Antioxidants Backfire: Why More Protection Isn’t Always Better for Your Skin

Antioxidants have become one of the most praised categories in modern skincare. Vitamin C, vitamin E, ferulic acid, botanical extracts — all marketed as essential shields against aging, pollution, and environmental stress. The message is consistent: the more antioxidants you use, the better protected your skin will be. But skin biology doesn’t work on accumulation […]