7 Ways Coenzyme Q10 Benefits Your Skin

Why We Love It: Offering a luminous glow, the cream works on many levels, encouraging collagen growth, diminishing fine lines and neutralizing free radicals—all thanks to CoQ10. What the Experts Think: This cream is great because it offers benefits for just about anyone, Temple says, “It’s deeply hydrating for dry, sensitive and mature skin types.” Reviews Say: “A little goes a long way. My skin glows and my little wrinkles are gone. It's worth every penny!”

Why We Love It: Helping to fight premature aging with CoQ10 and renew the skin’s texture and appearance, this oil delivers antioxidants and leaves the skin feeling soft and silky.   What the Experts Think: “Rosehip oil is full of antioxidants and essential fatty acids that already do wonders for your skin.” Temple adds, “Including CoQ10 to the blend [helps] soften fine lines and strengthen the barrier function of the skin.” Reviews Say: “This product smells delicate and lovely. I look forward to putting it on both morning and night. It feels nourishing, luxurious and hydrating. And I love the fact that it is all natural.”

Why We Love It: This toner calms inflammation with a soothing blend of extracts, brightens the complexion and diminishes fine lines due to CoQ10. What the Experts Think: For soothing skin without drying it out, “an alcohol-free toner is the best route," says Temple. "I’m [also] a huge fan of hyaluronic acid for its hydrating and plumping effects." Reviews Say: “Hands down the best product in my routine. It makes [my] face feel extremely fresh and light, it reduces redness and it goes on super easily.”

Why We Love It: This serum is loaded with antioxidants, including CoQ10, which fights free radicals and plumps the skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines.  What the Experts Think: Temple points out that this serum is “ideal for all skin types,” due to its multitasking nature. Not only does it smooth and tone skin, it hydrates and speeds up cell recovery. Reviews Say: “This feels so good on my skin. It gives a nice layer of moisture that kind of wakes up my skin and feels really nice before putting on any other moisturizers or makeup. I use it every day and I love it.”

Why We Love It: Ideal for oily and acne-prone skin, this cleanser purifies the skin by removing bacteria to prevent breakouts. The CoQ10 helps neutralize free radicals and reduce the signs of aging. What the Experts Think: This cleanser, Temple notes, offers a “rich blend of vitamins to protect and cleanse with the bonus of CoQ10.” It's a nice, big dose of natural goodness. Reviews Say: “My skin adores this cleanser. I was recommended this brand by my esthetician and it has quickly become my favorite. I noticed such a difference in my skin with this cleanser. I'm very oily and tend to break out on my cheeks and chin. This has helped calm my skin so much.”

Why We Love It: This soothing, velvety cream hydrates and minimizes fine lines. Shea butter nourishes while CoQ10 helps energize and restore youthfulness to the eye area. What the Experts Think: Temple highlights the “great ingredient list” and the inclusion of CoQ10 to “protect against premature aging.” Reviews Say: “CoQ10 Eye Cream is the best eye cream I've tried, and I've tried a LOT. It goes on with ease, is not greasy and makes my crows feet less noticeable. This one's a ‘keeper.’”