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A: Yes, good sources of CoQ10 include tuna, salmon, liver, meat and whole grains.
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A: CoQ10’s effects on pregnant women and their babies are unknown. Consult your obstetrician before starting any new supplement to verify that it’s safe for you.
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A: Idebenone is the synthetic form of CoQ10. In some cases, CoQ10 is better at fighting free radicals than idebenone. For other free radicals, the opposite is true. Idebenone has the highest Environmental Protection Factor (EPF) out of all antioxidants — 95 — according to Brooke Le Poer Trench in Allure. The EPF measures an antioxidant’s ability to fight UV rays and free radicals. CoQ10 has an EPF of 55. At present, most experts agree that both forms are beneficial, though more research is needed to compare the two.
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A: Some natural ingredients and essential oils can aggravate sensitive skin, causing symptoms like rashes or stinging. Remember that just because an ingredient is natural doesn’t mean it can’t irritate the skin. On the other hand, some natural ingredients can help soothe stressed-out skin. When in doubt, first do a patch test and consult your dermatologist.
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