The use of anti-wrinkle creams is the easiest and cheapest way to get rid of wrinkles. Dozens of anti-wrinkle creams are developed every year, each of them offering to literally erase the wrinkles in as little as a few weeks. The right product can be a cheaper and needle-free alternative to the more costly treatments like botox and radiesse. Grossly misleading advertising is common nowadays and due diligence is recommended. Start by checking the active ingredients in each product. What are the ingredients that a potential consumer needs to look for before buying a product?
Among the relatively new active ingredient in the market is Matrixyl 3000. This has been clinically proven to reduce facial wrinkles by 45% in only 2 months. Leuphasyl and Argireline, can reduce expression wrinkles by up to 46% in 28 days. How does matrixyl work? Matrixyl is a copper peptide that causes the skin to produce its own collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin prevent the development of wrinkles by adding facial volume. There is a product that combines all three of these in one bottle and even has clinical trial results to support their claim.
Another ingredient to look for is Retinol. Early reviews show the wrinkle cream is among the best in terms of both results and affordability. Retinol can eliminate existing wrinkles and prevent the development of new wrinkles. Retinol is also effective against acne. Another marquee ingredient is pomegranate extract, which is effective in stimulating the skin’s collagen production. Idebenone can serve as a skin protector by shielding the skin from the elements thereby reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Sodium hyraluronate works by smoothing, softening, and hydrating the skin. Peptides provide moisturizing and wrinkle removal to the skin and the area around the eyes. Sodium hyraluronate, panex and sophora extracts and glycerol can also help reduce fine lines.
Natural fruit and herb extracts can also help rebuild collagen and elastin stores within the skin. Adaptogenic Indian Mulberry and Padina Pavonica work to support the skin matrix and relax facial muscles. Vitamin C can inhibit free radicals and fight the effects of oxidation and sun exposure.
It is best to look for products with ingredients that have independent clinical trial data that could give more credibility to their claims. Some of the products may even feature before and after photos in their websites to support their claims.