The invention relates to a composition formulated for topical application for the prevention, mitigation or abrogation of skin aging or skin imperfections in a subject. The composition comprises an insoluble copper oxide as a primary active ingredient therein, wherein said insoluble copper oxide is present at a concentration of between about 0.15%-about 0.75% w/w, the insoluble copper oxide is present as particles ranging in a size of from between about 0.5 to about 10 microns or a combination thereof.
