But a few we’ll highlight here: Safflower seed oil is a botanical oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, including a very special flavonoid called acacetin. A 2020 study found that safflower seed oil and this compound can reduce damage caused by UVB exposure, specifically stopping damage to collagen. 

It works by blocking an enzyme called collagenase-1, which is responsible for collagen loss. Collagen, you might know, is the skin’s primary structural protein. It’s what keeps skin looking firm, lifted, and youthful.

With its loss comes sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles. Sun damage is actually the No. 1 cause of premature aging, accounting for up to 80% of visible aging. 

Speaking of collagen, we also love vitamins C and E, which are vital parts of the collagen synthesis process3. Vitamin C has the ability to “turn on” your body’s collagen production abilities through the fibroblasts, and vitamin E helps C by recharging it. They’re synergistic vitamins that work together to become more effective.