You Should Be Using This in Your 20s

You'll thank yourself later.

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You already know how much I'm addicted to serums, but what you may not know is that you really should be adding an antioxidant serum into your skincare regime as early as possible. Earlier this week I told you that I'm currently using the Philosophy When Hope is Not Enough Serum, a hydrating, toning and firming product, but I only use it at night. The reason for this is that I now make sure I apply an antioxidant serum in the AM before moisturising and makeup.

So, why should you use an antioxidant serum in your 20s? Essentially, a serum packed with antioxidants is like your own personal barrier against air pollution and UV rays, which cause a little thing called ageing (you know, wrinkles and age spots and stuff). While we may not see the visible effects now in our 20s, by the time you hit your mid-thirties, you're going to wish you had spent a few extra seconds pressing some antioxidant goodness into your skin (face and neck).

Lately I've been using the Grown Alchemist Detox Serum Antioxidant +3, which can also be used around your eye area (score!). The best thing is that the serum instantly absorbs into the skin, so there's no waiting around when you're in a rush to run out the door. Also in my current lineup is the Ultraceuticals Ultra Protective Antioxidant Complex, which is much thicker than the Grown Detox Serum, but also absorbs in no time. As with all Ultraceuticals products, I love the very convenient packaging that provides an airtight, no fuss experience and the perfect amount of product with every pump.

I've also got the Antipodes Worship Superfruit Antioxidant Serum on standby (don't let it's duty orange colour put you off - it's a truly amazing serum). You know when you can't wait to finish a product so you can start using another one? Well, that is definitely the case when it comes to the Antipodes Antioxidant Serum. Of course, if you're looking for something a little more affordable, then you can't go wrong with the Sukin Facial Recovery Serum either.

So, while you may not notice a huge difference overnight, you'll be thanking yourself for putting in that little but of extra effort in years to come (and beyond!).

What is your favourite antioxidant skincare product?

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