CoQ10 reverses aging
5.0Limited
evidence
evidence
The Claim
There is a belief that CoQ10 can slow down or reverse the aging process, making people look and feel younger by improving skin health and reducing oxidative stress.
Origin
This myth is fueled by the antioxidant nature of CoQ10 and its inclusion in anti-aging skincare products, often advertised as reducing wrinkles and rejuvenating the skin.
What Science Says
Current research, including clinical trials, suggests that CoQ10 has some potential in reducing oxidative stress and improving skin elasticity, but its effects on the aging process are not substantial. The role of CoQ10 in combating aging is more supportive than transformative, with studies showing modest improvements at best.
Verdict
Mostly False
Sources
- PMID:27548886 The effect of dietary intake of coenzyme Q10 on skin parameters and condition: Results of a randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind study.
- PMID:26151786 An Open Label Clinical Trial of a Multi-Ingredient Anti-Aging Moisturizer Designed to Improve the Appearance of Facial Skin.
- PMID:27050703 An Open Label Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy and Tolerance of a Retinol and Vitamin C Facial Regimen in Women With Mild-to-Moderate Hyperpigmentation and Photodamaged Facial Skin.