Lycopene is primarily used for antioxidant, uv damage mitigation, anti-aging. The mechanism: Carotenoid from tomatoes; potent singlet oxygen quencher; reduces UV-induced erythema.
The scientific name is Lycopene. Carotenoid from tomatoes; potent singlet oxygen quencher; reduces UV-induced erythema. This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 0.01–1%. Best suited to all skin types skin. Primary applications: antioxidant, uv damage mitigation, anti-aging.
Works well with: Vitamin C, E, carotenoids.
Higher antioxidant capacity than beta-carotene or vitamin E in some models.