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In this article, we will tell you which components in the composition of anti-aging creams, serums and masks you can and should place special hopes on. And why.
1. Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid and fillers are almost synonymous. And for good reason: hyaluronan really fills wrinkles, restoring the intercellular matrix, saturating the skin with moisture and thus smoothing it.
This ingredient is as effective as it is safe.
Hyaluronic acid is present not only in the extracellular matrix of the skin, but also in many other organs, is synthesized every day and decomposes every day.
With age, the synthesis of this substance in the body decreases, therefore, to compensate for the deficiency, it is actively used in anti-age cosmetics. Hyaluronic acid moved into jars with creams, gels, concentrates, fluids and masks when its large molecules learned to break up into smaller fragments that can penetrate deeper into the epidermis.
Anti-wrinkle products with hyaluronic acid
Anti-aging serum “Revitalift Filler”, L’Oréal Paris
Contains fragmented hyaluronic acid. Easily penetrates the skin, saturates it with moisture, helping to smooth and fill wrinkles.
Serum to increase hyaluronic acid in the skin HA Intensifier, SkinCeuticals
Tightens the oval of the face, “pushes” wrinkles from the inside, improves skin elasticity and density due to hyaluronic acid, proxylan, licorice and purple rice extracts.
Firming serum to combat factors affecting premature skin aging, Vital Skin-Strengthening Super Serum, Kiehl’s
Due to its miniature size, the hyaluronic acid molecule used in the formula of this serum easily penetrates the top eight layers of the epidermis. The tool significantly strengthens the skin, reduces fine wrinkles.
2. Proxylan
L’Oréal’s proprietary patented molecule is found in effective anti-aging products.
Proxylan is made from beech bark.
Proxylan, a C-glycoside extracted from beech bark, has turned out to be one of the hallmarks of modern anti-aging cosmetics. Here is what it does:
stimulates the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans;
activates the formation of collagen and elastin;
helps to make the skin more dense and elastic;
increases the skin hydration index;
tightens the oval of the face.
Anti-wrinkle products with proxylan
BB-cream anti-aging “Secret of perfection”, Garnier
Evens out complexion, hides imperfections and provides an anti-aging effect. Proxylan was accompanied by apricot kernel oil and mineral pigments.
Regenerating deep day care Revitalift Laser X3, L’Oréal Paris
Tightens the skin, increases the synthesis of collagen and elastin, smoothes wrinkles thanks to Proxylan (3%) and hyaluronic acid.
Density restorer for normal to dry skin Substiane Riche, La Roche-Posay
Nourishes, moisturizes and regenerates the skin, firms the contours of the face and smoothes wrinkles & In addition to proxylan in the composition of 8 plant oils and lotus extract.
3. Native plant cells
The faster technology advances, the more it learns from nature. For example, once scientists were interested in the following question: why, after cutting flowers, a rose bush does not die, but continues to bloom with renewed vigor? Behind this is the ability to self-heal.
As in all living organisms, plants have native cells and a signaling mechanism that causes them to “wake up” and develop, reviving the entire plant.
By studying native plant cells, scientists have found substances that can start a similar active regeneration process in the skin. And that means prolonging her youth.
Anti-wrinkle products with native plant cells
Active Lifting 45+ Anti-Wrinkle Nourishing Day Cream, Garnier
Starts the process of rejuvenation and regeneration of the skin, smoothes, softens and tightens it. plant cells of youth complex, shea butter, caffeine
Regenerating cream for skin radiance with melting texture Soft Cream Absolue, Lancôme
A luxurious trio of native rose cells, rose essential oil and rose extract make the skin look like a delicate flower petal. Age-related changes are reduced, the face becomes smooth and velvety.
Serum Powercell Skinmunity, Helena Rubinstein
Increases skin elasticity and its resistance to negative external influences due to plant cells and a protective complex with lactobacilli.
Face cream with light texture Crema Nera Suprême Reviving Cream, Giorgio Armani
Myrothamnus is resurrected after several years spent in a withered state. Biotechnology has made it possible to deliver substances from this amazing plant to the skin.
4. Antioxidants
These substances have already ceased to be the prerogative of anti-aging cosmetics and are actively used in a wide range of products. But this does not mean that their effectiveness has decreased. Antioxidants are naturally endowed with the power to resist cellular damage from oxidation, a natural process associated with aging.
“Antioxidants are almost a cult ingredient in cosmetics and, perhaps, the main element in the prevention of age-related changes,” says Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy expert.
The Most Powerful Anti-Wrinkle Antioxidant Ingredients:
retinol (vitamin A);
vitamin C;
resveratrol;
be observed;
algae extract;
thermal plankton.
By answering the questions of our test, you will find out what your skin will be grateful for.
Anti-Wrinkle Antioxidants
Complex care-sculptor “Age expert 45+”, L’Oréal Paris
Reduces wrinkles, restores skin elasticity, tightens the oval of the face. Among the active ingredients are proretinol and the Dermalift complex.
Revitalizing night cream-mask for intensive skin oxygenation Slow Age, Vichy
Neutralizes the negative effects of free radicals, prevents the appearance of wrinkles. Contains resveratrol, baicalin, thermal water.
Elixir for face Life Plankton Elixir, Biotherm
Thermal Plankton Extract contains 35 skin-friendly nutrients, acts as a powerful antioxidant and visibly smoothes wrinkles.
5. Peptides
Peptides are shortened proteins, amino acids, from which the body as a whole is built. They work as signal molecules – they are perceived by our cells, including fibroblasts, as a command for some action:
synthesize collagen;
“turn off” inflammation (aging is regarded by some experts as an inflammatory reaction);
relax mimic muscles.
“The most famous cosmetic peptide is botulinum toxin. True, its external application is ineffective, so the drug is used in the form of injections. In creams, its analogue is usually added – argireline, similar in effect, but less powerful, ”says Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy expert.
Widely used matrikines: they stimulate the production of collagen and elastin by fibroblasts, as well as components of the intercellular matrix. Similar in action to proxylan matrikines (see above).
Also used in cosmetics antioxidant peptides, the most famous of them are copper peptides. Their main action is the restoration of skin cells, protection against free radicals. Remodeling peptides able to structure and improve the properties of the extracellular matrix”.
Anti-wrinkle products with peptides
Nourishing face cream “Intensive rejuvenation 55+”, reducing wrinkles, Garnier
Starts the process of skin rejuvenation and regeneration, smoothes and strengthens it, prevents hyperpigmentation. Contains rice peptides and soy proteins.
6. Carbohydrates
Sugar, of course, is good for health in general and for the condition of the skin in particular. But oddly enough, poly- and monosaccharides are among the new promising ingredients that fight wrinkles. And their popularity is only growing.
Carbohydrates have been used for years: for example, aloe is a source of mannose; red algae – carrageenan. But only relatively recently, scientists managed to understand the intricacies of the action of sugars.
Mannose is derived from Aloe
In addition to the fact that they are easily integrated into the extracellular matrix of the skin and help maintain its hydration (hyaluronic acid is also a polysaccharide), carbohydrates have the ability to stimulate fibroblasts to synthesize collagen and elastin.
Some of the most interesting and promising “sugar” anti-wrinkle ingredients include:
rhamnose;
mannose;
carrageenan.
Anti wrinkle products with carbohydrates
Anti-wrinkle care cream for skin elasticity Liftactiv Supreme, SPF 30, Vichy
Improves skin tone, reduces wrinkles, activates collagen production thanks to rhamnose and microhyaluronic acid.
Anti-aging care for dry skin Redermic C, La Roche-Posay
Softens, moisturizes, soothes the skin, makes it more resistant to negative environmental factors. In addition to vitamin C, it contains mannose, hyaluronic acid, neurosensin (peptide), shea butter.
Multi-corrective serum for the skin around the eyes Super Multi-Corrective Eye-Opening Serum, Kiehl’s
Provides comprehensive care for the area around the eyes, including thanks to the extract of rhamnose of plant origin.