How do I choose what anti-aging moisturizer is best for me?
Determining which moisturizers are best for your skin can be challenging. Finding the right moisturizer for your skin will depend on your skin type and concerns, as well as the ingredients in the moisturizer. For the best results, you should apply a dermatologist-recommend product formulated for your skin type twice a day, and pair it with a sunscreen with an SPF over 30 during the day. Continue reading to learn more about the ingredients that go into anti-aging cream, how it works, and what skincare routine you should follow!
What do anti-aging moisturizers do?
When you enter your 30s and 40s, you may begin to notice your skin becoming uneven, wrinkled, or dull. This is due to your skin producing less collagen and oil, therefore causing visual changes. You may be thinking “how old should you be to use anti-aging cream”, and the answer to that is as soon as you begin noticing a change in your skin!
The effectiveness of anti-aging moisturizers depends on the product's ingredients and how consistent the use is. Anti-aging moisturizers differ from traditional moisturizers in that they have active ingredients that provide anti-aging benefits, such as improvement in skin tone, texture, fine lines, and wrinkles. Recommended face cream for mature skin depends on your skin type and the product's active ingredients.
What’s in anti-aging creams and what do they do? Below we will outline active ingredients commonly found in anti-aging moisturizers:
Retinoids: Vitamin A compounds such as retinol and retinoic acid. Often used topically to repair sun damage and improve fine lines and wrinkles.
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid): A potent antioxidant that protects the skin from radicals (unstable oxygen molecules that break down the skin and cause wrinkles). Used to combat sun damage, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Hydroxy acids: Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) include glycolic, citric, and lactic acids. Often used to exfoliate the skin to better absorb other products, and encourage new skin growth which reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Peptides: Naturally occurring molecules that stimulate collagen production. Often used to improve fine lines and wrinkles.
Tea extracts: Green, black, and oolong tea extracts contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Grape seed extract: Containing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Often used to promote collagen production.
Niacinamide: A powerful antioxidant that helps reduce water loss in the skin and improve skin elasticity.
Hyaluronic acid: A naturally occurring substance that aids in water retention, skin elasticity, and hydration. Often used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
To determine the best anti-wrinkle cream recommended by dermatologists, schedule an appointment at Advanced Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine.
How to Use Anti-Aging Cream
As your skin matures, skincare routines should also change. To maximize the results of your anti-aging cream, you should follow the best skincare routine for your age. To ensure you have the best skincare regime for your skin and concerns, contact Advanced Dermatology & Aesthetic Medicine for a cosmetic consultation.
Caring for your Skin After 30
As you enter your 30s and 40s, your skin will begin aging as oil production diminishes. It is important to adapt your skincare routine to the changes in your skin. You should prioritize using mild, unscented products year-round and eliminate any alcohol-based toners and products that contain fragrance. Below is a simple skincare routine for after 30.
Morning
Cleanse your face with a gentle, fragrance-free, moisturizing cleanser.
Pat your skin dry, leaving a bit of water on your face.
Anti-Aging Serum containing antioxidants
Apply a moisturizer containing ingredients such as ceramides, peptides, and growth factors niacinamide.
Apply Sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
Evening
Remove makeup with an oil-free makeup remover or cleansing balm.
Cleanse your face with a gentle, fragrance-free, moisturizing cleanser.
Apply a retinoid cream/serum or pad that contains retinol/ retinoid
Apply a moisturizer containing ingredients such as ceramides, peptides, growth factors, niacinamide
Apply eye cream containing a gentle retinol, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to plump fine lines and caffeine to reduce dark circles.