How we wish there was a magic wand to erase fine lines, wrinkles, reverse sun-induced photo ageing, and age spots" Since the probability of such a wand is wishful thinking, let’s look at practical ways to keep all signs of ageing at bay. Experts advice women to start anti-ageing routine from their 20s itself to delay premature ageing and they say the most important products in an anti-ageing skincare routine should be a sunscreen and anti-ageing cream/serums. Skipping sunscreen is what accelerates the ageing process, so never miss sunscreen application even while indoors. Talking about creams/serums, not all of the stuff that’s marketed as anti-ageing is really effective, so do make sure you are spending your money on things that actually work, and find ingredients that are potent as well as efficacious. These 15 ingredients mentioned below can actually speed up cell renewal process and cancel out the effect of free radicals that cause oxidative damage to the cells. Here’s the complete list:
1. Retinol: A derivative of vitamin A, retinol stimulates collagen production, evens and plumps out skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It also improves skin tone and color, and reduces pigmentation and age spots. However, only using a retinol-based product may cause the epidermis to become dry and flaky, so don?t forget to wear moisturizer and sunscreen in the morning after you use it.
2. Alpha-Lipoic Acid: It?s produced in the body and hence present in ever...