What skin types is Coenzyme Q10 good for?

Coenzyme Q10 is suitable for all skin types.

What can you mix with Coenzyme Q10?

Coenzyme Q10 works well with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid, Niacinamide, Peptides. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Coenzyme Q10 safe to use every day?

Coenzyme Q10 can generally be used in the evening. Recommended concentration: 0.3–1%.

Coenzyme Q10

Ubiquinone

Also known as: CoQ10 · Ubiquinone · Ubidecarenone

AntioxidantAnti-aging

“An energy-producing antioxidant that declines with age, fighting fine lines from within.”

Skin types

All types

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

Evening

Concentration

0.3–1%

What it does

Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is a lipid-soluble antioxidant found naturally in all human cells, where it plays a critical role in mitochondrial energy production. Levels decline significantly with age. Topically, it scavenges free radicals, reduces oxidative DNA damage, and has been shown to reduce the depth of wrinkles, improve skin smoothness, and decrease melanin production.

Benefits

Potent antioxidant that neutralises free radicals in lipid environments
Reduces the depth of fine lines and wrinkles with consistent use
Supports mitochondrial function and skin cell energy production
Mildly brightening due to tyrosinase inhibition
Well-tolerated with low irritation potential

How to layer

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

After cleansing, before moisturiser

Good for

All skinMature skinNormal skinDry skin

Works well with

Vitamin C ›Vitamin E ›Ferulic Acid ›Niacinamide ›Peptides ›

How to use

Apply morning and/or evening. Often found in eye creams and anti-ageing serums. Combine with vitamin E for enhanced antioxidant activity.

Typical concentration: 0.3–1%