What are Anti-Aging Products?

The fabled fountain of youth is attainable now more than ever. A new breed of highly advanced anti-aging skin care products is your secret weapon against wrinkles, age spots and other visible signs of aging. Anti-wrinkle products are everywhere, from late night infomercials to the counters of department stores. So how do you differentiate between those that actually work and those that only offer false hope?

Choosing the right anti-aging ingredients is the key. For fine lines and wrinkles, one of the top dermatologist recommended agents is alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs, which are derived from fruits. AHAs repair photodamaged skin and control hyperkeratinization, and the potency ranges from 10% to 70%. Alpha hydroxy acids loosen the glue-like substance that holds dead skin cells together, thus revealing the younger, fresher skin underneath. Glycolic acid and lactic acid, derivatives of AHA, are also used in many creams and lotions.

Retinol, the purest form of vitamin A, is an equally popular anti-wrinkle ingredient and has been shown to rejuvenate the signs of mature skin. There are many proponents of green tea extracts, which shield the skin against sun damage without side effects, and vitamin C topical creams have been clinically proven to reduce wrinkles around the eyes and decrease facial lines. The nutrient Coenzyme Q-10 is also a good bet for reducing wrinkles around the eyes. If age spots are a problem, products containing copper peptides or bleaching agents such as hydroquinone are highly recommended.

Whether you’re treating the visible signs of aging wish to prevent them, topical creams, serums and exfoliants are your most convenient option for turning back the hands of time.