Anti-Aging Creams reduce fine lines and wrinkles while simultaneously increasing skin elasticity and firmness. Furthermore, these moisturizers work to stave off signs of aging by providing essential nourishing antioxidants to the skin.
Immortal Flower is a Corsican flower known for its powerful rejuvenative and healing abilities, boasting skin-brightening and illuminating qualities as well as helping reduce hyperpigmentation while evening out skin tone.
Natural Moisturizers
Natural and organic skincare are enjoying an increase in popularity these days, but health is nothing new: for centuries people have used elements found in nature to treat skin concerns.
Some products merely claim they are organic without any independent verification process in place, while those carrying the USDA Organic Seal have been verified and cannot contain any artificial colors, flavors or perfumes.
Tamim Alnuweiri of Beauty Writer recommends The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA as one of her go-to products, which works wonders for balanced skin types — not too oily nor too dry. In addition, they now offer an appropriate face cream designed specifically for dry or cold climates that is noncomedogenic and free of PFAS, phthalates and parabens – something many other products cannot say the same about.
Antioxidants
Every time you shop at the grocery store, antioxidants are touted on various product labels as free radical-fighters and enemies of oxidative stress–the kind linked with heart disease, atherosclerosis and cancer. Antioxidants come packaged as protection from these dangerous molecules by fighting off free radicals which steal electrons from cells and DNA for unregulated reproduction and reproduction of cells and DNA; their release causes oxidative stress which has been linked with heart disease, atherosclerosis and cancer among other ailments.
Antioxidants can be found naturally in foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains; they’re also added as preservatives in processed food to avoid rancidity of fats and oils. Common natural antioxidants include vitamins C and E; carotenoids like lycopene in tomatoes or lutein in broccoli); flavonoids like flavonols, isoflavones catechins anthocyanidins) as well as polyphenols; among them there are even flavonols to protect them all in these food chains!
Table 2.1 displays the maximum levels allowed under Brazilian, European Union and US legislation of synthetic antioxidants such as BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole); BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene); and TBHQ (tertiary butyl hydroxyquinonone). Studies have revealed a variety of health benefits of synthetic antioxidants including reduced cholesterol and tumor inhibition.
Essential Oils
Essential oils are concentrated, volatile hydrophobic plant extracts composed of hundreds or more low molecular weight terpenoids that are extracted through distillation or other chemical methods.
Natural oils have garnered much attention recently for their healing capabilities and have even been found to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Anti-Aging Oils have also been found to balance skin surface oils and restore its healthy glow. Neroli oil has natural cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties while geranium can regulate excess sebum production for greater hydration. Finally, Jojoba mimics your own natural sebum while deeply moisturizing without clogging pores.
Retinol Alternatives
Retinol is an impressive anti-aging ingredient, known for reducing wrinkles, dissolving dark spots, and evening out skin tone. A key component in both prescription acne treatments and over-the-counter serums for firmer skin, it should be introduced slowly into one’s skincare regime to avoid side effects like dryness, flakiness and purging.
Bakuchiol is an anti-aging alternative that has been clinically evaluated. It stimulates cell turnover, improves skin tone and texture without the same side effects seen with retinol, such as redness, irritation or increased sun sensitivity.
Niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3) is another gentle ingredient, often tolerated by all skin types, that boosts collagen, improves tone and texture, without increasing sun sensitivity like retinol does.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid, or hyaluronan, is an acid naturally found in your skin that provides cushion and lubrication, according to Cleveland Clinic. Over time however, your body’s stores of this substance decrease. Over-the-counter products containing this ingredient and supplement forms can help replenish those stores, as can taking it as medication.
HA draws water molecules to the skin’s surface, giving it a plumping effect and helping reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Furthermore, it works to strengthen its moisture barrier – essential for healthy radiant skin! It is especially helpful when combined with ingredients like squalane, ceramides and Chinese Foxglove that seal off water loss while protecting against environmental stressors.
