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1. Buy Power
Ingredients
Familiarize
yourself with ingredients that have significant studies proving their efficacy,
says Shereene Idriss, M.D., of New York City's Union Square Laser Dermatology.
"Key
ingredients to look out for your anti-aging
products are retinols
(which promote cell turnover) and hydroquinone
(which helps lighten dark spots); alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid (which help
exfoliate the skin); antioxidants like vitamin C (which ward off damage from free radicals), and of course, SPF,"
says Idriss. Top formulas will even combine ingredients for healthier, younger-looking skin.
2. Do Some Research
Before You Buy Anti-Aging Products
That
said, even if a cleanser or cream contains a good ingredient, it can be
difficult to know how pure and effective it really is, says Arisa Ortiz, M.D.,
Director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology and Assistant Clinical Professor in
the Department of Dermatology at UC San Diego.
Do
your research and pick products from reputable brands, she advises.
"My
favorite product lines are Alastin, SkinMedica, Neocutis, and
Skinceuticals," says Ortiz, who uses these brands on her own skin.
If
you're in doubt about a skin-care product, talk to your dermatologist for
recommendations or visit cosmeticsinfo.org, a consumer site from the
Personal Care Products Council with extensive information about the safety,
testing, and regulation of cosmetics and personal products.
You
can also check out the recommendations of the American Academy of Dermatology
on how to choose an anti-aging product.
Another
thing to keep in mind: Anti-aging products that promise results that
"affect the structure or function of the body," for example by eliminating wrinkles or increasing collagen production, are technically considered drugs, per
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Therefore,
they require FDA approval (read: scientific research backing up their claims)
before promising users those types of results.
Check
out the FDA's list of companies that have received warning
letters for selling cosmetics with unapproved anti-aging claims to avoid
buying something that may not be backed up by science.
3. Skip The Hype
If
a product miraculously claims to solve all of your anti-aging needs and then
some, it's a red flag to think twice before purchasing. "No single product
is your answer to anti-aging,
in the same way that no single food will keep you healthy," says Idriss.
A
great anti-aging
routine is a balance of incorporating various ingredients that each target
different aspects of the aging process in your unique complexion, she says.
So,
for example, look to a peel to brighten dark spots, a serum to target fine lines and wrinkles, and a moisturizer to hydrate.
You
should be skeptical of ultra-trendy anti-aging treatments, such as products with plant stem cells, since many of
them haven't been backed by a lot of research.
"There
is no scientific evidence to show that plant stem cells could have regenerative
effects on human skin, so save your money and pass!" says Idriss.
In
order to be effective, stem cells must be kept alive, and the reality is that
they're too fragile to remain intact in skincare
formulations—plus they're too large to penetrate skin, she says.
"That
being said, human stem-cell technologies are making huge advancements and are
likely to revolutionize skincare
in years to come," adds Idriss.
Meanwhile,
Ortiz says to skip those anti-aging products that claim to contain collagen in
favor of those with ingredients with growth factors and retinoids that help stimulate collagen production.
The
collagen molecule itself is too large to penetrate through skin, leaving it to
sit on top of your complexion with no truly beneficial function, Ortiz
says.
With
this info, you should be armed with the confidence (and the knowledge) that
will help you find the right anti-aging products for you.
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