dermatologist approved anti-aging products
Raise your hand if like me you are obsessed with anti-aging serums and products. Eye creams, moisturizers and lotions, they all promise to do everything from reducing fine lines and wrinkles to firming skin and restoring our youthful glow. More often than not, they are unrealistic and cruely raise our hopes, having us believe magic exists in those expensively packaged bottles. They don’t. But, that isn’t to say there aren’t skin care products that do help rejuvenate our skin and create that youthful glow we all strive for. And who better to believe than Board Certified Dermatologists. After all, they have access to anything and everything, and know first-hand what does and doesn’t work.
Restore & Glow
Healthy skin is glowing youthful skin
That’s why I follow the advice of them and the anti-aging products they actually use on themselves. According to experts, the best attack takes a three-pronged anti-aging approach. One, prevention products—that means sunscreen, of course, plus antioxidants such as vitamin C and E to ward off signs of aging in the first place. Two, hydration, a mainstay of any skincare routine, but particularly important for anti-aging purposes. And finally, treatment, where anti-aging superstar products come into play: retinoids, growth factors, and peptides are the constants, every time I seek out the best anti-aging tips.
And, now, here are the best anti-aging products, according to Dermatologists.
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Ultralight Emulsion SPF 50+
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide
Broad spectrum UVA/UVB; SPF50+ TECHNOLOGY: Mineral sunscreen, Zinc Oxide, DNA Repairsomes, Vitamin E antioxidant
Experts laud this zinc oxide-based blocker not only for its sun protection abilities but because it also has added benefits. Namely, antioxidant-rich vitamin E and DNA repair phytase enzymes to help undo the damage UV rays have on skin cells’ DNA. It also has a weightless feel that’s nearly undetectable on the skin.
SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator
SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator
Instantly smoothes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally-occurring molecule found in the skin and body. It has an incredible ability to both attract moisture and hold it in the skin. In fact, hyaluronic acid can retain up to 1000 times its own weight in water.
It's easy to deliver big anti-aging promises, but this highly active serum is clinically proven to improve the delicate skin around the eyes, with natural oils and botanical extracts that visibly help to reduce bags and puffiness, and increase firmness.
SkinMedica TNS Recovery Complex
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This product includes growth factors to stimulate tissue regeneration with impressive, proven efficacy: “SkinMedica's studies show a reduction in fine lines and improvement in tone and texture after a couple of months of regular use.” This is a good pick for anyone looking to minimize the number of products in their routine.
Specific Beauty Radiance Repair Night Treatment
Specific Beauty Radiance Repair Night Cream with Retinol, Niacinamide, Shea Butter & Squalane for Intense Moisture Repair & Refine Texture
This one was actually created by a Dermatologist. It’s a nighttime treatment that enhances skin's clarity and diminishes fine lines while you sleep. Retinol is a king in the anti-aging skin care world and this product combines that to smooth wrinkles while licorice extract fades dark marks, and linoleic acid provides calming benefits, which makes skin clearer and brighter.
CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM
CeraVe PM Moisturizer
Moisturizes throughout the night and helps restore the protective skin barrier
Good anti-aging skin care doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg, particularly one that’s fairly simple. I’ve been hearing about CeraVe a lot for the past several years and it is one of the stars, according to most Dermatologists. This one contains ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide which hydrates and minimizes redness.
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
Elta MD
This zinc oxide facial sunscreen with broad- spectrum coverage protects against UVA and UVB rays from the sun.
All experts agree “A broad-spectrum SPF is essential to prevent fine lines, wrinkles and of course skin cancer,” says Dr. Nussbaum, who raves about this product. “It contains transparent zinc oxide, which is extremely effective at blocking rays but also gentle enough for sensitive skin. Plus it’s oil-free and won’t cause breakouts,” she explains. It also has niacinamide to calm any redness and inflammation.
What to Look for in an Anti-Aging Product
Vitamin C
An antioxidant powerhouse, Vitamin C is directly involved with collagen production in the body.
It is beneficial in anti-aging products for several reasons:
It protects skin from environmental stressors
It promotes the production of collagen
It can fade dark spots, which contribute to the appearance of aging skin.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is also commonly used in sunscreen to enhance SPF protection–that’s important considering how much the sun ages our skin. Vitamin E is particularly beneficial when combined with vitamin C. In fact, according to Esthetician, Renée Rouleau, says that "When vitamin E is combined with vitamin C and used under sunscreen, it can provide four times the protection of sunscreen alone.”
Retinoids
Retinoids are a category of ingredients, and retinol products for lines and wrinkles are available over the counter. Retinol functions as an antioxidant that regulates oil production, boosts the production of collagen, and helps increase the speed of cell turnover.
