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Many creams claim to turn back the clock of skin aging. Can they actually erase wrinkles, repair sun damage, or fade age spots? Make sure you do your homework and check the label for the following ingredients. These ingredients present in a number of anti-ageing, anti-wrinkle, skin repair creams can actually speed up cell renewal process and counter free radicals that harm DNA. Mostly they are anti-oxidant in nature, and topical application on skin shows significant results.
1. Alpha-Lipoic Acid
It’s produced in the body and hence present in every cell. Alpha-lipoic acid is known to erase fine lines and wrinkles, diminish pores, boost collagen production and give radiant skin.
2. Green Tea Extract
Green tea is loaded with super-nutrients called polyphenols, which fight free radicals, reduce sun damage and even provide protection from skin cancer. Polyphenols in night creams and lotions may significantly slow signs of aging and reduce sagging skin and fine lines.
3. Retinol
A derivative of vitamin A, retinol stimulates collagen production, evens and plumps out skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It also improves skin tone and color, and reduces pigmentation and mottled patches.
However, only using a retinol-based product may cause the epidermis to become dry and flaky, so don’t forget to wear moisturizer and sunscreen in the morning after you use it.
4. Vitamin C
With age, collagen and elastin production slows considerably. Collagen and elastin help in keeping skin firm, flexible, and resilient. The antioxidants found in vitamin C are known to boost the production of collagen and minimize fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. Be cautious about not using it during sun exposure.
5. Coenzyme Q-10 (CoQ-10)
Essential for zapping free radicals in cells, CoQ-10 is manufactured in body, but diminishes with age thereby making skin cells more vulnerable to damage by free radicals. Hence, the use of this antioxidant in skin care products such as toners, gels, and creams helps reduce “crow’s feet,” “laugh lines” and fine lines across forehead.
6. Caffeine
Skin care companies often add it to lotions and creams based on evidence that shows caffeine could be useful in preventing the growth of skin cancer and, when applied on skin surface, may help in making wrinkles less deep, especially ”crow’s feet” around the eyes.
7. Alpha-hydroxy Acids (AHAs)
These include natural acids like glycolic, lactic, citric, and tartaric acids used in a number of skin care products. Glycolic acid, the original AHA, is famous for its ability to remove dead skin cells and leave skin smoother, softer, and more radiant. AHAs exfoliate the skin, reducing fine lines, age spots, acne scars, and uneven skin color. Peels with high concentrations of AHAs are usually given by a beauty specialist or dermatologist.
8. Hyaluronic Acid (HA)
HA is added in skin care products to reverse the signs of aging. It is helpful in keeping tissues cushioned and lubricated. Products containing HA help in smoothing out and plumping skin. It works especially well when combined with vitamin C products.
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