Turn Back the Clock with Anti-Aging Skincare Ingredients That Actually Work

It seems as though everyone’s goal – from your next-door neighbor to your mother-in-law – is to look and feel more youthful. While aging is inevitable, breakthrough technology and advancements in dermatological medicine have made it almost too easy to prevent and address wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots! 

However, aside from the treatments and anti-aging ingredients recommended by board-certified dermatologists, there seems to be an array of so-called “anti-aging” topicals, treatments, and techniques covering the shelves that are just plain useless. 

But how do you tell the difference, and which anti-aging remedies actually work? That’s what we’re covering here. 

The board-certified dermatologists at The Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center of Wilmington have put together a quick list of the most effective anti-aging ingredients that work to turn back the clock and help you look more youthful! 

 

Anti-Aging Ingredients That Work

Peptides 

Though the word “peptide” sounds like a brand of soda, peptides are chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds that offer remarkable skin benefits, depending on the specific combination of amino acids. 

Peptides can be a powerful anti-aging ingredient, as they have the following benefits: 

• Smooth out the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 
• Improve skin discoloration and hyperpigmentation. 
• Reduce the look of undereye circles. 
• Cultivate collagen, which is crucial for younger-looking skin. 

 

Hyaluronic Acid 

This anti-aging ingredient has become incredibly popular over the last few years – and with good reason! 

Thanks to its unique ability to bind to water molecules and retain moisture, hyaluronic acid is an effective skincare ingredient for smoothing out the skin and improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

 

Retinoids 

Much like hyaluronic acid, retinoids have taken center stage in the skincare community! So much so that it’s hard to find a skincare or beauty company that doesn’t use this anti-aging ingredient in at least one of their products. 

Retinoids encompass all the vitamin A derivatives, both natural and synthetic. The retinoids most commonly used in skincare are retinoic acid, retinol, retinyl esters, and retinaldehyde (or retinal aldehyde). 

So why do we recommend them as an anti-aging ingredient that actually works? Well, retinoids are powerful at accelerating the skin’s natural process of desquamation (skin cell shedding and turnover), improving skin tone, and diminishing the look of wrinkles. 

 

AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) 

Though the term “alpha hydroxy acid” sounds like a scary science class chemical that you’d never want to put on your skin, this anti-aging ingredient works like a charm to help you look and feel younger! 

Similar to retinoids, AHAs work as an exfoliant to help the skin slough off dead skin cells and replace them with healthier new ones for a fresh, revitalized appearance. 

According to some research, alpha hydroxy acids may even stimulate the production of collagen and elastin! These two proteins found naturally in the skin are both essential for a more youthful complexion. 

 

Antioxidants 

Not only should you eat your antioxidants, they’re also beneficial for the skin! All day, every day, your skin is constantly bombarded with free radicals and oxidation, which can have a number of adverse effects on your appearance.

By using antioxidants in your skincare routine, you can effortlessly protect your skin to prevent future skin damage. Additionally, antioxidants in skincare help to brighten, exfoliate, smooth, and even lessen the appearance of dark spots over time. 

 

Skincare with Anti-Aging Ingredients That Work at The Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center of Wilmington

Ready to address and treat signs of aging with anti-aging ingredients that work? At The Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center of Wilmington, we carry exceptional skincare products that help our patients turn back the clock and achieve smooth, youthful-looking skin. 

Contact us to learn more about the skincare brands we provide and how they can benefit your skin! Call us today at (910) 782-0028 or send us a message.

 

If you’re ready to discover an effective treatment for wrinkles, age signs, skin discoloration, or another skin condition, get in touch with the Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center of Wilmington. Call us at (910) 782-0028 to schedule a smooth skin consultation.