Today, more than ever, anti-aging products are sweeping the market. There are hundreds of different products available, all promising to do similar things, but how do you know if you’re buying the right ones?
- Evaluate your skin and its needs. Do you have dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, dark circles under your eyes, blemishes, age spots, fine lines, etc.? Once you’ve identified your problem areas you’ll be prepared to hit the store isles lined with anti-aging products. Different products have different uses, so be sure to keep these needs in mind and purchase accordingly.
- For individuals who have dark spots or age spots, creams that contain D3PA (Dithiolane-3-Pentanoic Acid) are best. D3PA contains antioxidants that help with evening out skin tone, leaving healthier, younger looking skin.
- For individuals that are battling fine lines and wrinkles, it is best to look for a cream that contains AH3 (Acetyle Hexapeptide-3) This component has similar effects as Botox and will relax facial tension giving your skin a fuller, younger appearance.
- For individuals who have blemishes and problem areas, it is best to look for a cleanser or cream that contains Retinol. Retinol has been found to speed up cell turnover which will help clear up blemishes leaving clear skin in its place. Retinol has also been known to reduce wrinkles, but it should be used with care as many people who use Retinol based products experience extreme sensitivity to the sun.
- When looking for the right anti-aging product, be sure to look at the ingredients and select products that contain natural ingredients such as Vitamins, aloe Vera, honey, or jojoba oil. These natural healing ingredients will provide nourishment for your skin without the harsh side effects that can come from chemically based products.
- Finally, to prevent additional aging, be sure that your daily moisturizer contains UV protection to protect against sun and wind damage that can cause dry skin and wrinkles.