The Beauty Bunny

The anti-aging sector of the skincare industry has seen huge scientific advancements in recent years. Nearly every product boasts about some difficult to pronounce compound it claims will work wonders for your skin - but who knows what these “miracle” ingredients really do? Here are five ingredients to check out if you’re interested in anti-aging products and why they work:

1. AHAs. Alpha hydroxy acids, such as glycolic, lactic & citric acids, exfoliate dead skin cells to reveal fresher skin underneath while stimulating collagen growth. Try: Kinerase Instant Radiance Facial Peel
2. Retinoids. These ingredients are called tretinoin by prescription and retinol in most over the counter products. They are derived from vitamin A and have a clinically proven history of reversing sun damage and stimulating collagen by increasing the rate of cell turnover. Try: Shiseido Benefiance Pure Retinol Revitalizing Face Mask
3. Kinetin. An amazingly effective moisturizer that plumps skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Try: Kinerase Intensive Eye Cream
4. Vitamins C & E. Both vitamins are antioxidants, meaning they fight free radicals. When used together, they have a synergistic (check out that vocabulary!) effect that enhances their skin brightening and collagen producing properties. Try: SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
5. Pentapeptides. Here’s one you probably haven’t heard of: these chains of amino acids boost collagen and elastin production to reduce wrinkles without irritating skin. Try: StriVectin SD Eye Cream
   

Photo source: Stephenies.com