These 3 Antioxidants Combat Dullness & Tired Skin
Key takeaways
- Between the dry air that sucks my skin of moisture, the busy schedule that leaves me looking exhausted, and the change in weather that makes my skin ultra sensitive, my complexion takes a major hit.
- While I certainly rely on thick, calming topical products to help soothe my skin, I also know I need to increase my antioxidant intake.
- Well, here are three ingredients that are sure to help transform dull, tired skin into a radiant, glowing complexion.
Why this matters: practical guidance grounded in recent research or expert insight.
Author: Alexandra Engler May 23, 2026Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Director By Alexandra Engler Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Director Alexandra Engler is the senior beauty and lifestyle director at mindbodygreen and host of the beauty podcast Clean Beauty School. Previously, she's held beauty roles at Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, SELF, and Cosmopolitan; her byline has appeared in Esquire, Sports Illustrated, and Allure.com Image by jacoblund / i Stock May 23, 2026I don’t know about you, but every year around this time my skin starts looking pretty dull and tired. Between the dry air that sucks my skin of moisture, the busy schedule that leaves me looking exhausted, and the change in weather that makes my skin ultra sensitive, my complexion takes a major hit.
While I certainly rely on thick, calming topical products to help soothe my skin, I also know I need to increase my antioxidant intake. Antioxidants can help fight free radicals, calm inflammation, and improve the overall appearance of lackluster skin. The best part? You’re supporting your skin from the inside out.
But which ones are the most effective? Well, here are three ingredients that are sure to help transform dull, tired skin into a radiant, glowing complexion.