An anti-ageing serum can help tackle fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and loss of elasticity. Look for formulas containing potency-boosting ingredients such as retinol and bakuchiol (we provide more details in our bakuchiol explainer), antioxidants, peptides and hyaluronic acid for maximum effectiveness.
GH Beauty Lab testers saw significant improvements in pores, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and firmness as a result of using skin-boosting formulas from this brand.
1. Retinol
Retinoids such as tretinoin and tazarotene can help improve fine lines and wrinkles by increasing cell turnover and stimulating collagen production. Although they may cause skin sensitivity, results should become visible over several months of treatment. Retinoids also may aggravate rosacea or eczema symptoms, so you should avoid taking this vitamin A derivative if either condition exists in your case.
Hyaluronic acid can also help to diminish fine lines and wrinkles by plumping up skin tissue and adding volume, making it especially suitable for dry skin types.
Whoever wishes to reduce hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, dullness and open pores should look for products containing anti-aging ingredients such as bakuchiol (buh-KOO-chee-all) from the Ayurvedic tradition or tranexamic acid, both proven by GH Beauty Lab testing to diminish these signs over time. In addition, such formulas contain green tea extract and resveratrol which provide antioxidant protection while being free from oil, parabens mineral oils and phthalates – making these ideal choices
2. Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an abundantly present natural compound in our bodies that works to promote healthier-looking skin. Due to its ability to retain moisture, it serves as an exceptional humectant and can keep our complexions hydrated for extended periods.
Peptides are a staple in anti-aging skincare products because they help prevent fine lines and wrinkles while increasing hydration and elasticity for better skin tone. Peptides can also unclog pores to achieve clear and healthy complexion.
When selecting an hyaluronic acid serum, make sure it includes a gentle cleanser or oil-free formula to avoid drying out your skin. Hyaluronic acid draws more moisture from the air into skin and should be applied after cleansing in a steamy bathroom after cleansing; for even greater hydration add a toning mist like OSEA Sea Minerals Mist before applying your serum.
3. Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that serve several functions in both the body and skin, including signaling your body to increase collagen production and helping reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and blemishes through encouraging cell turnover and improving texture and brightness.
Your skin produces natural collagen, but as we age this production slows down. Regular use of peptides stimulates new collagen and elastin production for firmer, younger-looking skin.
Peptides have long been touted as effective anti-ageing ingredients, and peptides are no exception. Thanks to their small molecular size and quick penetration into outer layers of skin, peptides provide their anti-aging benefits with ease. When combined with an effective skincare regime, peptides can significantly improve texture, elasticity and tone of your complexion – we offer numerous anti-ageing peptide products and services at Evexias Medical Denver to help you attain vibrant and youthful looking skin!
4. Antioxidants
Antioxidants are powerhouses of skin health, making them essential no matter your age or skin type. Antioxidants help fight off oxidation – caused by environmental factors such as UV radiation and air pollution – which occurs when unstable molecules steal electrons from healthy cells, damaging DNA and speeding up aging processes.
Antioxidant-rich ingredients include vitamins C and E, green and white tea extracts, beta-carotene, flavonoids, lipoic acid, curcuminoids and resveratrol – among many others. There are both water- and fat-soluble antioxidants, with fat-soluble antioxidants acting mainly within cell membranes.
Antioxidants have many uses as anti-aging serums, according to Dr. Skotnicki: they can lighten hyperpigmentation, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, stimulate collagen production and improve skin tone, according to her. She recommends applying antioxidants on clean skin before applying broad spectrum face sunscreen in the morning if desired. According to experts SELF spoke with, antioxidant serums may dry the skin over time but don’t cause peeling like other potent anti-ageing ingredients like retinol or glycolic acid would.
