How to Use Anti-Aging Creams: The Ultimate Guide
You can’t turn back time but you can reclaim youthful, vibrant skin with a good anti-aging skincare routine.
Only 20% of anti-aging is caused by biological factors you can’t control - the rest you can act on. With a healthy lifestyle, sun protection, and a consistent anti-aging skincare routine, you can
prevent and slow down the visible signs of aging.
Your fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, skin sagging and dullness can be reduced to make way for glowing, smooth skin.
You don’t need a complicated skincare routine either. Use a carefully curated collection of effective anti-aging products formulated with proven-to-work actives and phytonutrients.
A great go-to for any mature skincare routine should be a powerful anti-aging cream that not only hydrates, but also reduces the visible signs of aging.
In this article, we’ll explain the importance of finding a good anti-aging cream, what ingredients to look out for, and how to apply it effectively as part of your skincare routine.
Let’s get started.
Why do you need an anti-aging cream?
We already know the importance of moisturizing your skin on a daily basis. It prevents dryness, imparts a youthful glow, and preps your face for a smooth makeup application.
Most normal moisturizers are simple and don’t need special instructions - just apply twice a day and add more when your face feels extra dry.
But since anti-aging creams are formulated with powerful actives that reverse the signs of aging, they require a little more instruction and care.
The truth is that as time goes by, the texture of the skin and face changes - we must start using anti-aging creams to slow down the appearance of sagging skin, expression lines and age spots.
And as these creams have a different formula, the way they are used and applied is also different. This is how to get the most out of its properties.
When should I start using an anti-wrinkle cream?
You may be wondering - when should you start using anti-aging creams? According to experts, it’s never too early to use an anti-aging treatment. Prevention is key. However, skin naturally begins to lose elasticity and collagen production at age 30, so that’s a great age to start incorporating anti-aging products in your skincare routine.
Also, external factors such as pollution, sun, diet, stress or lack of sleep can accelerate premature aging. Using an anti-aging cream sooner rather than later can help mitigate the bad effects from these harmful aging accelerators.
How to choose the right anti-aging cream?
Our expert Alicia Arias, Trainer & Coach at Biotherm Spain, explains how to choose the most suitable repair cream for your skin's needs.
The skin evolves and changes with the passing of time. This means that we do not always have to use the same skincare products. That’s why it’s important to learn how to choose the right product for your skin and your particular needs.
Here’s a guide to help you choose the best repair cream for your skin:
- Identify Your Skin Type: Understanding your skin type—whether it’s oily, dry, combination, or sensitive—is the foundation of any good skincare routine. Different formulations cater to these unique needs. For instance, a richer, hydrating cream works best for dry skin, while a lightweight, non-comedogenic formula may be better for oily skin.
- Consider Your Skin Concerns: Are you looking to reduce wrinkles, boost hydration, or target dark spots? Many creams offer a blend of active ingredients such as pro-retinol for wrinkles, hyaluronic acid for hydration, or antioxidants to protect against environmental damage. Prioritize ingredients that address your main concerns.
- Look for Seasonal Needs: Skin can have different requirements with seasonal changes. For instance, a heavier, more protective cream may be needed during winter, while a lightweight, gel-based cream might be better for summer.
- Focus on Age-Appropriate Ingredients: Ingredients like Biotech Plankton™ are ideal for skin regeneration at any age, while more targeted ingredients like pro-retinol or peptides may be especially beneficial as skin ages and begins to show more visible signs of aging.
Choosing the right repair cream can make all the difference in how your skin feels and looks. Find the right match, and you’ll be well on your way to achieving a glowing complexion.
How should you apply anti-aging creams?
It’s essential to apply your anti-aging cream in a way that fights against the effects of gravity, because the loss of elasticity leads to sagging facial skin, synonymous with sagging cheeks and a double chin.
Therefore, it is recommended to apply a small amount of cream on five strategic points of the face - forehead, nose, chin and cheeks - neck and décolleté. Spread it upwards, focusing on the furrows of expression lines and wrinkles.
And remember that, even if you want to avoid or reduce the appearance of crow's feet, you should not apply a regular face cream to the eye contour area. It’s the more delicate and specific eye creams that are formulated for this area.
When should you apply an anti-aging cream?
Every morning, after cleansing, use an antioxidant serum to prepare the skin and activate collagen production. Then apply your anti-aging day cream. This way, its nutrients will penetrate the deeper layers of the skin and its effect will last longer.
At night, the process is similar but with some slight differences. Once you have properly removed your makeup, use a facial essence to repair the face from the inside and promote the absorption of the rest of the products. Then apply a moisturizing serum and, finally, your anti-aging cream. This will help nightly cellular regeneration and you will wake up with a glowy complexion and reduced expression lines day after day.
What are the best ingredients to look for in an anti-aging cream?
The best anti-aging creams are formulated with powerful actives and nutrients that promote cell renewal and minimize fine lines, wrinkles, and skin sagging.
Look for these anti-aging ingredients when searching for the right cream to add to your routine:
- Biotech Plankton™
Biotech Plankton™ includes a mega-mix of 35 powerful nutrients that boosts cell production - a necessary component of maintaining healthy, youthful looking skin. Some standout nutrients include taurine, glutamine, and electrolytes.
Our Life Plankton Regenerating Serum features the highest concentration of Biotech Plankton™ in our collection, proven to improve skin elasticity by 37%.
- Pro-Retinol
Another superstar anti-aging ingredient that has one of the highest efficacy rates for improving cell renewal is pro-retinol.
Pro-retinol features in many of our anti-aging skincare products because of its powerful resurfacing capability - improving the appearance of wrinkles, firmness, and skin quality fast.
After only a few weeks of consistent use, you’ll be happy to see glowier, more youthful skin. Start with our Blue Pro-Retinol Multi-Correct Cream – an anti-aging cream that hydrates and improves elasticity, wrinkles, and skin texture.
- Collagen Peptides Fraction
Look out for collagen-boosting ingredients in your anti-aging face cream, such as Collagen Peptides Fraction. It features a combination of peptides and collagen protein fractions that lift and tone the skin.
Boosting collagen production is a crucial part of preventing premature aging and improving the appearance of mature skin.
You can find our Collagen Peptides Fraction in the Blue Peptides Uplift Day Cream. It’s infused with both Biotech Plankton™ and this collagen-based ingredient as a power duo that boosts skin firmness in only four hours.
With the right anti-aging face cream, a consistent skincare routine, and a healthy lifestyle, you’ll see lasting improvements in no time at all.
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