Anti-aging products make up a huge part of the skincare market.
But do these really work?
It’s hard to believe something as simple as smoothing on a cream can produce any major results.
All three unanimously agreed that yes, anti-aging topical products do in fact work.
However, there are a few things you should know before purchasing to guarantee real, longer-term results.
Price doesn’t actually matter
Nervous about your budget?
“There is this misconception that more expensive products always work better,” explainsRealSelf’s Dr. Joel Schlessinger.
“But in reality it all comes down to knowing what is good and the science behind it.”
Retinol is a key ingredient when it comes to reversing the signs of aging.
“It’s my No.
1 anti-wrinkle eraser,” explainsAesthetic Dermatology specialist Dr. Desmer Destang.
Retinol is an active form of vitamin A.
But retinol can reverse this.
But their main anti-aging benefit is prevention.
Antioxidants help protect the skin from free radical damage and environmental stressors such as UV damage or pollution.
Dr. Destang notes that they should be at the top of the ingredient list.
“you better know whether the concentration be strong enough to actually create a biological effect.”
Moisturizing components are beneficial but shouldn’t be the main ingredient
Hydrated skin equals plump skin.
And plump skin equals younger-looking skin.
But to get long-term anti-aging benefits, you’re going to need more than moisture.
However, you don’t want to completely forgo these moisturizing benefits.
After all, surface benefits like plump, smooth lines don’t suck.
It also helps provide a barrier to protect the skin.
“Skin loses water and moisture as we age.
This ingredient will help store hydration.”
Also, strong doses of retinol can dry out skin.
All the dermatologists stressed that women should be wary of any fast-acting claims a product makes.
And it’s with these new cells that you’ll see real results.
You also need to keep up a consistent routine to gain products' full benefits.
This means serums and creams should be used every single day.
Dr. Engelman typically recommends clients use the product in the morning and before bed.
“This ensures product stability and effectiveness.”
Dr. Schlessinger also has a retinol recommendation:NeoStrata Skin Active Retinol + NAG Complex.
“This treatment also contains NeoGlucosamine to build collagen and improve the skin’s surrounding support matrix.”
As for prevention, Dr. Schlessinger recommendsSkinCeuticals C E Ferulic.
