8 Powerful anti-aging ingredients to maintain youthful skin
- By GHBY Team
- 25 Aug 2023
- Verified by Dr. Kirilyuk Inna Anatolyivna
Key highlights or summary
- To tackle the signs of aging through skincare, it is important to look for scientifically-proven anti-aging ingredients over the products or brands themselves.
- Retinoids, Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, and Peptides are potent anti-aging skin care ingredients to fight wrinkles, boost collagen, and hydrate skin.
- Using anti-oxidants, essential oils, and sunscreen regularly can protect your skin and give it that desired youthful glow.
- Consider your skin type and follow the DOs and DONT’s of incorporating these anti-aging cosmetic ingredients into your day or nighttime skincare routine.
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- Which anti-aging products work best, and when should you start using them?
- Retinoids: Anti-Aging Benefits
- Retinol: Cream, serum, what it is, benefits, how to use
- Hyaluronic acid: What it is
- Top 3 benefits of vitamin C serum
- What to know about antioxidants for skin
- Which essential oils help get rid of wrinkles?
- Best Ingredients and Products for Your Anti-Aging Skin Care Routine
Frequently asked questions
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Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C are two anti-aging skincare ingredients that work well when used together, as one evens out skin tone while the other hydrates. Apply Vitamin C on clean and dry skin, and then pat in hyaluronic acid.
Yes, your foundation can and should be applied after sunscreen. Wait for 3-5 minutes after applying sunscreen for the SPF to completely be absorbed before applying your makeup.
Peptides or polypeptides, which help increase the production of collagen protein, are generally safe for all skin types. However, it is recommended to do a patch test and if you notice side effects like rashes, inflammation, and itching for a prolonged time, consult your dermatologist.
There are no guaranteed ingredients for lightening skin, so collagen can’t completely whiten or change natural skin colour. But, it can help treat underlying skin health issues and give you a plump and hydrated appearance, which makes your skin look brighter overall. Certain collagens are also known to reduce excessive melanin production.
Retinoids as anti-aging cream ingredients can help treat acne as well as reduce acne scarring. It works by penetrating your skin, unclogging pores, and promoting collagen production. Over time, this can help reduce the appearance of scars.
Sunscreen can sometimes make your skin feel oily. This is because some sunscreens contain emollients that work to keep your skin hydrated but can make it feel slightly greasy. If you have oily skin and acne, opt for light formulations, specifically for your skin type.
Lemongrass essential oil contains antioxidant, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, all of which can help in maintaining healthy skin. Applied topically with a carrier oil, lemongrass can help prevent cell damage by free radicals, detoxify the skin, and fight acne-causing bacteria.
The best anti-aging ingredients for the skin include retinoids, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C, peptides, and antioxidants. These are often found in sunscreens, essential oil, and collagen-booster creams and serums. We have listed the benefits of each of these ingredients along with recommended products above.
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