The skin is kept functioning and looking its best.
Copper PCA is the copper salt of L-pyrrolidone
carboxylic acid (L-PCA). PCA, being a physiological component of the
outer layer of the skin means it is not only a very effective active
ingredient, but it is extremely compatible with the skin. Copper PCA
has an exceptionally high antioxidant capacity meaning it has the
ability to neutralise free-radicals in the skin which damage collagen
and contribute to premature skin ageing. Copper PCA was shown to have
an antioxidant capacity 40 times stronger than that of regular
L-ascorbic acid, proving its skin protecting properties.
Medik8 have patents pending on
this pioneering copper PCA ingredient research, where copper PCA has
been tested throughout development for its impressive antioxidant
ability. Therefore βlue AOX™ technology is exclusive to Medik8 skincare.
Chirally correct copper PCA, like
that present in βlue AOX™, not only exhibits excellent antioxidant
skin protection, but it is non acidic meaning it does not cause skin
irritation unlike L-ascorbic acid. βlue AOX™ is developed with chirally
correct copper PCA which is the most effective and non irritating form
of the ingredient. It is also highly stable so the antioxidant
performance is maintained throughout the products’ life cycle and does
not cause pro-oxidation.
βlue AOX™
activity is enhanced by being formulated in an aqueous gel environment,
where antioxidant capacity remains high compared to an emulsion (oil
and water) equivalent.
40x stronger than vitamin C

Can be used over all the face