Skin Hydration

March 4th, 2012 by fightage

Ageing is as natural as the sun, moon and stars. You cannot deny it and you really can't avoid it. But it does not mean you have to flaunt it on your face. With technological development, there are currently a million and one methods to keep your face young-looking. The options are seemingly unending and people can only be restrained by their fears and of course, their budget.

Some opt for natural skin cures like water therapy and using herbs and other natural concoctions. Those that can afford it go for surgery and injections. And those who have the perseverance and time hunt for the available in the market.

How do you know what’s best for you? There are several things to consider when deciding what steps to follow in your war against wrinkles. First is, how much are you happy to invest toward that lovely new you? Second, how tough (or good) is the situation? Have the wrinkles truly set in? Does the mirror tell you your age too honestly or perhaps worse, multiply it by two? Or do you just need minor touchups? At that point you have got to be truthful with yourself when looking at yourself in the mirror. You've got to recognize that yes, that’s a wrinkle and not smudged eyeliner or cakey foundation. If you can not choose for yourself, you can consult a dermatologist or other qualified professional for their viewpoint.

Once you've determined the severity of the situation, you can decide which course of action is best to take. If you're fortunate, you might need only to make minor “corrections” and just have to deal with maintenance. Now you are faced with another quandary. How does one know which creams or ointments are best for you? The key to this whole problem is essentially pretty simple: read the labels. Naturally, you wouldn't truly find what you're looking for if you didn't know precisely what you were attempting to find in the 1st place.

As a fast overview, the following parts can help you decide the best wrinkle cream for you:

1. Tea extracts. These have anti-oxidating agents and anti inflammatory properties.
2. Retinol. It is a vitamin A compound that neutralizes free radical compounds which break down epidermal cells therefore causing wrinkles.
3. Copper peptides. These enhance wound healing and stimulate the manufacture of collagen and may reinforce the action of anti-oxidants.
4. Coenzyme Q10. Coenzyme Q10 helps control energy production in cells.
5. Kinetin. This will improve the appearance of wrinkles and uneven coloration with minimal irritation.
6. Hydroxy acids. These scrub the skin, removing the higher layer of old, dead skin and excite the expansion of smooth, uniformly pigmented new skin.

To be on the safe side, you should consult a dermatologist to help you determine which active component is the best for your skin type. Remember, the best offense is a good defense. Protect your skin with good info and positive action. Good luck and have some fun as you wave hi and wave goodbye to those lines!