Friday, May 3, 2013

4 Tips To Buying Anti-Aging Creams

There are so many different brands of anti-again creams in the market today. They all come with high promises and feature some kind of new technology. Choosing which one to invest your hard earned money in can be a difficult task indeed. You don't want to end up buying an expensive cream after reading their very convincing advertisements only to discover it does nothing for your skin. 

So, how can you make an intelligent choice when shopping for an anti-aging cream? Here are 4 things to consider: 

1. Your Age 
Your skin is different at different stages of your life. If you're in your 20s, all your skin needs is an effective moisturizer. Collagen production decrease when you're in your 30s. Skin rejuvenation slows down too. This is when most people start to use anti-aging products. You'll want to choose products that help your skin's elasticity and cell rejuvenation. Sun protection is very important. Antioxidants will help too. As you hit 40s, your skin may start to develop age spots. You'll need a cream that can improve your skin tone. Hydration will be a problem too, so find a cream that can seal in moisture. 

2. Your Skin 
Different people have different skin types. Is your skin dry or oily? Make sure the cream you get is suitable for your skin type. Get the wrong kind and not only will you get negative results but you may make things worse with breakouts and rashes. Don't forget to consider your skin's sensitivity. You might be better off using fragrant free creams. 

3. What do you want the cream to do? 
Different people have different skin aging problems. Are you trying to get rid of wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin, crows feet or blotchy skin? Most aging creams tackle only one or two specific skin aging problem. For example, cream A helps you overcome wrinkles while cream B firms up the skin. 

4. What ingredients does the cream contain? 
It will do you a world of good to be acquainted with ingredients that have been found to effectively fight aging. Here are a few examples: 
- Hyaluronic Acid (HLA) maintains collagen levels and helps the skin stay hydrated. 
- Idebenone is a good alternative to botox. 
- Retinol can stimulate cell regeneration and build collagen. 
- Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) come in many forms such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, tartaric acid, citric acid and malic acid. They help to improve skin thickness, skin elasticity, skin tone and texture. 
- Antioxidants help repair your skin and protect it from sun damage. 

Some companies will offer a money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the product. Take advantage of that as it means you can try the product without fear of losing your money.

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