It is always recommended that whatever beauty or skin care product you buy, you should have a look at the ingredients. But, how many of us actually know the working of those ingredients written on the cover or at the back of that lotion?
These products claim to do all kinds of things to prevent and reverse aging, but it is important that you know and understand the ingredient labels and assure that they are doing what they are supposed to do.
Below are some of the most seen ingredients and their work breakdown:
- Alpha hydroxy acids(AHA) work on loosening the dead cells from your skin’s surface.
- Antioxidants - usually fight the free radicals that accelerate aging.
- Anti- inflammatories reduce puffiness.
- Emollients form a protective film to trap moisture.
- Exfoliants remove dead skin cells and debris.
- Fatty acids protect the skin barrier.
- Humectants attract moisture from the atmosphere and bond it to the skin.
- Hyaluronic acid helps skin maintain proper moisture levels.
- Vitamins added to products provide great benefits.
- Vitamin A improves skin elasticity, promotes a more even texture, and promotes new cell growth.
- Vitamin C enhances collagen production for firmer skin.
- Vitamin E adds moisture and repairs tissue.
So, next time you see these stuffs on your cream or lotion, you'd be able to know what they are gonna do! Also, if you need any of the above attributes for your skin, you can check the stuffs particularly for them.
Happy hunting! :)
