Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone
Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone is a potent antioxidant ingredient, also known as Idebenone, used in premium skincare to help protect the skin from environmental damage and support a more youthful appearance.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone functions as a lipid-soluble antioxidant that helps neutralise free radicals and supports the skin’s natural defence against oxidative stress. It is valued in anti-ageing formulations for its ability to penetrate the skin and contribute to a brighter, smoother-looking complexion when used in serums, creams and eye treatments.
Key benefits
- Helps protect against environmental stressors
- Supports a more youthful-looking complexion
- Contributes to brighter and more even skin tone
- Helps improve the appearance of fine lines
- Enhances skin smoothness and texture
- Works well in antioxidant-rich formulations
Best for
mature skin, dull skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, ageing skin
Where it comes from
Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone is a synthetic derivative of Coenzyme Q10. While CoQ10 occurs naturally in the body and in foods such as fish, nuts and seeds, the hydroxydecyl version used in cosmetics is produced in a laboratory for greater stability and skin penetration.
Products with Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds Lustre Body Mist 236ml Elizabeth Taylor