We all see it happen: the first fine line near the eye, the little crepe texture on the cheek, the loss of that glow we take for granted. And if it’s creeping in earlier than you expected, you might be asking: “Why is my skin ageing before its time?”

Here’s the truth: ageing skin isn’t just about how many candles were on your last birthday cake. It’s about which cellular processes are slowing down, which free radicals are running wild, how strong your collagen and elastin fibers are, and how well your skin is defended against daily stressors (UV, pollution, blue light, lifestyle).

If you want to reverse premature signs of ageing instead of just covering them up, you’ll want skincare that goes deeper and ingredients that address the root of it all. Below, we break down five proven powerhouse actives and what the science says.

Astaxanthin

  1. Astaxanthin – the “super-carotenoid” defender

Astaxanthin is a pigment you’ll find in micro-algae, but what it’s doing for skin is far more interesting than the color. It’s one of the most potent antioxidants known, and in skin research, it shows real promise for reversing visible ageing.

  • In a review of six randomized, placebo-controlled trials, astaxanthin supplementation improved skin texture, appearance of wrinkles, and moisture content.
  • It’s also shown to protect the skin from UV-induced damage and oxidative stress, which are major drivers of premature lines, sagging and dullness.
  • One summary said it can reduce fine lines, strengthen the skin barrier, and help hydration and glow.

In plain English: Astaxanthin helps your skin armor up. It gives your skin the means to say “not today” to free radical damage, broken collagen and early ageing.

Lutein and Lycopene

  1. Lutein & Lycopene – the duo that shields your skin from within

When you see tomatoes and carrots in the anti-ageing aisle, it’s often because of compounds like lycopene and lutein. They’re carotenoids too and they bring serious protective power for skin.

  • A double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover human study found that oral supplementation with lycopene or lutein improved skin resistance to UV radiation.
  • Studies also show improved skin hydration, reduced oxidative stress, and the delay of lines, sagging and dullness.

Luckily for you, you can find it in our Boon Collagen Reviver drinkable skincare and topically in our liposomal skincare.

Coenzyme Q10 CoQ10

  1. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) – your skin’s energy & repair booster

As we age, our skin’s energy production slows down. Cells become less efficient at repair, renewal and keeping things firm. That’s where CoQ10 steps in.

  • Research shows that CoQ10 levels in skin decrease with age and UV exposure. Topical supplementation improved signs of skin ageing by stabilising mitochondrial activity and supplying antioxidant support.
  • Studies found reductions in fine lines and signs of photo-ageing following CoQ10 use.

Essentially: CoQ10 helps your skin power up. It’s the internal “charge” that says: “Okay skin cells, let’s repair, let’s rebuild, let’s keep you strong.”

D-Ribose

  1. D-Ribose – the fuel your skin cells didn’t know they were missing

This one is less well known, but the data is intriguing. D-Ribose is a sugar naturally found in cells that helps regenerate ATP, the energy currency of life. Skin cells too.

  • A study found that topical D-ribose applied for 14–28 days reduced wrinkle surface area and length; after 14 days surface area of wrinkles was reduced by ~12.2% and wrinkle length by ~9.1%.
  • The mechanism: ageing skin has lower ATP; D-ribose helps raise cellular respiration, so fibroblasts (the collagen-makers) function better.

In short: If your skin is “looking tired before its time,” this is the kind of ingredient that refreshes the cellular engine so output (firmness, tone, radiance) returns.

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Why combining these actives matters

You might ask: “Why not pick one and be done?” The answer is simple: skin ageing is multi-factorial. You’re dealing with oxidative stress, energy decline, UV damage, structural breakdown and barrier issues all at once. One ingredient can help, but a smart formula that combines what your skin needs for defense (astaxanthin, lutein, lycopene) plus what it needs for repair & energy (CoQ10, D-ribose) is where real transformation happens.

Layer on top of that a smart delivery system (which is where liposomal technology comes in) and you’ve got a recipe for visible change.

With these ingredients working together, expect more than just “less lines” you’re talking:

  • Improved skin tone and smoother texture
  • Better hydration and plumpness
  • Stronger barrier so less sensitivity / redness
  • More even tone + fewer signs of sun-damage
  • Skin that looks luminous, energetic, and alive rather than fatigued

Why our Liposomal Skincare is the smart way to use all of this

We’ve selected all of the above actives, astaxanthin, lutein, lycopene, CoQ10 and D-ribose, for inclusion in our liposomal skincare formulas formulated in liposomes: Tiny lipid-bubbles that mimic your skin’s own cell membranes, allowing actives to penetrate deeper, reach where they’re needed, and deliver more effectively.

If you’re ready to reverse premature ageing, our liposomal skincare offers that next-level approach you’ve been searching for.