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There are several ways in which one can now reverse the clock on ageing skin and antioxidants, alpha lipoic acid and free radicals have become well known ingredients in most top skin care products. A common question posed by many is, can these skin care products eliminate wrinkles, diminish age spots and repair sun damage. Here is the latest introduction to some of the top ingredients on the market being used that may benefit your skin. If you are not certain about which product is suitable for your skin, then first consult with a skin esthetician or a dermatologist before going out and buying a range of skin care products.

Antioxidants which is a natural substance made up of minerals and vitamins, has the ability to combat free radicals which are unstable compounds that damage DNA and human cells are now included in most beauty products. Damaged skin cells accelerate the ageing process and cause dull skin, wrinkles, dry skin and dark rings under the eyes and more. Antioxidants keep the skin healthy and strengthen the skin cells. A popular skin care ingredient found in many skin products is Acai oil which fights ageing and smoothes wrinkles, comes in exfoliating scrubs, serums, creams, masks, cleansers and body butter. Another primary ingredient is alpha-lipoic acid which penetrates the skin membrane and protects the skin from free radicals. This ingredient diminishes pores, wrinkles and fine lines. The top cosmetic houses are also adding caffeine to their skin care products as studies have shown that caffeine heals the skin as well as prevents skin cancer and tumors. In addition to skin care creams, serums and lotions, cosmetic houses are now making use of all natural ingredients as opposed to harmful chemical ingredients which have proved fruitful. A popular example is Nivea's winner, Q10 plus anti wrinkle eye roll on and Vitazing moisturizer. Another best selling anti ageing skin care product is Perfect Intense Day Cream and No 7 Protect which includes five-star SPF.



For a radiant, well hydrated healthy looking skin, the L'Oreal Youth Code day cream enriched with progen, leaves skin instantly hydrated and is rated as one kolagen naturalny platinum 200ml of the best scientific breakthroughs. For younger looking skin, plumping and firming the Good Skin Labs Filextra and Olay Regenerist 3 Point treatment serum from Avon has proved to be a winner. The products mentioned are all well affordable, and several other well known skin care products that have been tried and tested and approved by dermatologists worldwide such as the Clinique range and others, are far more costly in comparison. Besides these skin products one should also maintain a well balanced healthy diet which will ensure healthy skin.