When it comes to tackling ageing skin, you need to get your hands on some show-stopping products ASAP.
So to make it easier we have listed the top five ingredients that you need to get your hands on, that will make you look and feel a whole lot younger.
Peptides – Peptides are chains of amino acids that contribute to the creation of our skins proteins. They stimulate collagen production and regulate the break down of collagen, which in turn promotes smoother, more youthful skin. Peptides also enhance cell repair and carry out an anti-inflammatory function. Making them both a wound ingredient for those with mature skin but they also aid with problematic skin.
Sunscreen – As far as anti-aging products go sunscreen is the number one preventer. Wearing it daily will block out UV rays from penetrating the skin. This in turn minimises the risk of premature wrinkles, sagging skin and pigmentation. Always remember to leave the house with sunscreen on and never scrimp on your application either. We recommend that you give the Solal SPF30 Hydra Technology Enhanced Sun Protection Face Cream a try.
Retinol – Retinol also known as the do-it-all ingredient in the skin care world. Filled with vitamin A that targets fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation and loss of firmness. It also works by speeding up our skins cell turnover, boosting collagen and elastin production. Always use retinol at night as this is when it is most effective, when using retinol during the day do make sure to use sunscreen as it makes you skin more light sensitive.
Antioxidants – This ingredient has the ability to prevent environmental elements from damaging our skin. Antioxidants get rid of nasty free radicals, preventing them from destroying collagen and elastin. This in turn means less wrinkles. They also aid in cell repair and the production of collagen.
Alpha hydroxy acids – Adding alpha hydroxy acids to your skin care routine will provide your skin with that radiant glow we always seem to crave. These acids gently exfoliate the skin by dissolving dead skin cells, leaving behind soft refreshed skin. Other than adding radiance to your skin alpha hydroxy acids also help smooth lines and help fade patches of pigmentation. The key to this ingredient is to not overuse it as it will lead to redness and premature ageing. Therefore we recommend that you start using a glycolic-based cleanser, which is a certain alpha hydroxy acid, and then only move onto peels once your skin has built up its tolerance.
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I have always thought that only a sunscreen and a good moisturizer was enough, thanks for this. Time to check the ingredients 🙂
Thank you for the much needed info.