These are the best ingredients that will help you combat the passing of the years more easily. Take note!
Surely you have heard about products with anti-aging active ingredients on social media, in brand products or talking to that friend who seems to know everything about cosmetics.
But what exactly are they referring to?
What is an active principle?
These ingredients, also known as active ingredients, are the main components of a cosmetic formulation. They play a very important role, if not the most important, since they are responsible for ensuring that the function of the product is carried out.
These active ingredients can have different purposes. They can help end the loss of luminosity on the face, treat acne or sun spots, and even to conceal and mitigate the signs of aging that concern us most.
What are the main anti-aging active ingredients?
Although there are different types of active ingredients, let’s focus on some of the most popular and effective anti-aging active ingredients.
“Anti-aging” active ingredients are those that help care for the skin so that it appears younger for longer or that help combat wrinkles and sagging of the face that are already present.
1. Hyaluronic acid: the most popular
In recent years, hyaluronic acid has become one of the star ingredients in dermocosmetics.
We can find it in both pharmacy cosmetic products and makeup, as well as in aesthetic medicine, where it is one of the most requested ingredients. But what makes this asset so special?
Hyaluronic acid is a substance that is found naturally in our skin and over the years, we lose it. This substance can retain water, which as we have seen on multiple occasions, is a very important factor to combat the passage of time.
Thanks to its properties, hyaluronic acid improves the appearance of the skin by giving it more elasticity, smoothing expression lines and wrinkles, and hydrating the skin. We begin to lose this natural substance in our body at the age of 20, so it is an essential ingredient in your routine!
When to use hyaluronic acid?
You can apply hyaluronic acid both in the morning and at night.
2. Glycolic acid: one of the best treatments brighter skin
Another active ingredient that helps improve the appearance of the skin is glycolic acid. This alpha hydroxy acid is responsible for exfoliating the skin and eliminating dead cells, activating cell renewal that keeps our skin younger and brighter for longer.
The benefits of exfoliation are countless and essential for maintaining a youthful-looking complexion. We can find this active ingredient in facial peels and exfoliants.
When to use glycolic acid?
Although it is a highly recommended ingredient, you have to be careful because it can irritate the skin. Therefore, we typically advise using it with three days of space between each application.
3. Collagen: the key to firming your face
Collagen is a protein that provides more firmness and flexibility to the skin, among others, making it a vitally important element to avoid premature aging.
This active ingredient goes beyond the skin: it can be found in bones, joints, and cartilage… and over the years, we have stopped producing as much collagen naturally. Therefore, compensating for it is very important to maintain a youthful appearance.
Collagen, as a cosmetic, can be found in creams and helps to restore the firmness of the face and progressively correct wrinkles.
4. Retinol: pure vitamin A
Retinol is one of the ingredients that has gained the most popularity in recent years. This active ingredient has antioxidant properties that help reduce the effects of aging,
such as wrinkles and fine lines. Among others, it helps even out the tone and texture of the skin, leaving it smoother and softer.
When to use retinol?
Retinol must be applied with caution since it may not be suitable for sensitive skin and must be added to the facial routine progressively.
5. Peptides: facial and body rejuvenation
Peptides are another active ingredient that you should consider adding to your skin routine.
This active ingredient is capable of increasing collagen production, which is very important for skin rejuvenation
When are peptides used?
Peptides must be used continuously since they stop having an effect when not used.
The best active ingredient for your skin
Although the world of active ingredients is very large and can be confusing, they are a great complement to your skin routine. One of the keys to using products that contain these elements is to start using them early. Although they can help soften fine lines , reduce pore size and rejuvenate the appearance of the face, they work best if used preventively (after age 30).
We recommend consulting with Dr. Roopa Arora at aroraesthetics for a complimentary consultation to find out which products and active ingredients may be most suitable for your skin.
