Abstract: In today’s era, “health preservation” is prevalent. “Antioxidation” has become a hot topic, and anti-aging is a part of antioxidants. This article takes a fantastic journey of free radicals, uncovering the reasons behind daily phenomena such as wrinkles on the skin, hardening of plastic products after prolonged use, and spoilage of edible oils. At the same time, correct antioxidant methods were proposed. Through this paper, we hope to reduce people’s anxiety about aging appearance and protect their physical and mental health. In contemporary society, the concept of “health preservation” is gaining prominence, with “antioxidation” emerging as a significant topic of interest, particularly in the context of anti-aging. This paper embarks on a captivating exploration of free radicals, revealing the underlying mechanisms behind everyday phenomena such as the appearance of wrinkles on the skin, the hardening of plastic products with prolonged use, and the spoilage of cooking oils. Additionally, effective antioxidant strategies are proposed. Through this work, we aim to alleviate concerns regarding the aging process and promote both physical and mental well-being.

Key words: Free radicals, Oxidative stress, Antioxidants, Anti-aging