Sunday 25 January 2009

What is in anti-ageing skin creams?

As our obsession with looking younger longer grows, scientists and dermatologists continue to research effective anti-ageing treatments. They have discovered a number of vitamins and natural ingredients to help slow down the ageing process and that may even reverse some of the signs of ageing skin.

Vitamin A can help puff up the skin and ill out fine lines.


Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. It heals and boosts collagen production and circulation. It generally brightens the skin.


Vitamin E is another powerful antioxidant and moisturiser.


Retinoids are chemicals that encourage the production of new skin cells, giving skin a smoother appearance.


Alpha hydroxy acids encourage the skin to shed dead surface cells, improving texture and reducing large pores. They are particularly useful for oily or acne-prone skin.


Green tea extract is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It's good to drink and is effective topically to reduce puffiness, wrinkles and large pores.


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