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Anti Aging Products – What are the Best Wrinkle Creams?

Posted by Allykat on October 14th, 2011

Finding the right anti aging product for your skin can be overwhelming. There are so many products out on the market, that it can be stressful just walking down the beauty aisle, but don‘t give up hope. Before you start your search there are a few things to know though. Realize that aging happens to everyone, don’t become obsessed, be happy, and age well. Read reviews and test out the products until you find a product that smoothes out those wrinkles. Know that you can have that youthful glow and look younger. There are products that really work, but sometimes it takes a little more than that.

Anti Aging Products

Anti Aging Product Secret = Laughter

Aging happens. We all age. We will all become old and wrinkled, with age spots peppering our faces and hands. However, life is short, so we have to enjoy the journey and that includes the aging part of it. When are you old anyway? When you ask people in their 80s if they feel old, they will usually tell you “No!” They still feel like they are in their 20s. No one feels old. So do you just look old? When do you look old then? Does it happen in your 30s, 40s, or 50s? Everybody will tell you different and when they hit that age, they will say, no way, that’s not old. We as a society place to much attention on aging. Yes, everybody loves to look at the young people in their 20s, but that is only a decade of someone’s life, which is such a small part of life. We should place more emphasis on wisdom and being happy. It doesn’t matter how old you are. It shouldn’t matter how many wrinkles you have. I can say this all day long though, but we still care.

We still spend millions of dollars on anti aging products. We still want to age as gracefully as possible. And there really is nothing wrong with this, as long as you don’t take it too far. It just seems like so many people are taking the whole anti aging thing way too far nowadays. People in their 20s are even getting obsessed about it! They should be enjoying life, not worrying about wrinkles. Although, no one should be worrying about wrinkles, because worrying causes more wrinkles, right? Lol! No, you really shouldn’t worry, just be happy in life, no matter how many wrinkles you have. Let the joy shine through and people will see that, not your wrinkles.

How Far Are You Willing to Go for the Right Anti Aging Product?

Now, I am not saying you shouldn’t strive to look your best. It is important to take care of yourself. I am just saying, try to strike a balance. You can age as gracefully as possible, without getting obsessed about it. You can also be happy enjoying every second of your life. First, you need to realize that an anti aging beauty product can only do so much. If you want drastic, instant results, then you will need to go to a little more extreme measures, such as plastic surgery or botox. Now botox prices are reasonable, but the question comes down to how much are you willing to pay? Can you handle the upkeep? An anti aging product will take longer to show results, but the risks are pretty much non-existent and the price is way cheaper!

There is no one magic anti aging potion that is the best. Everybody’s skin is different and what works for your friend, may not necessarily work for you. Although, it is good to get recommendations on products, just remember that it may not work for you, but something else will. Use products that are right for your skin type. Also, be aware that your skin does change as you get older too. Your skin be more sensitive than it used to be, so reach for the sensitive skincare products and see how they work. Read reviews and then start testing out the anti aging wrinkle products. It just comes down to trial and error. So keep trying them out, until you find one that works for your skin.

Retin-A anti aging products really do work to smooth out your wrinkles, which I have written many posts on. If Retin-A does not work for you, then try peptide anti wrinkle products. Do not use both Retin-A products and the copper peptide products together though, because they counter-act each other.  I have written a post about collagen creams before as well, but I thought I would make a little note of it here as well. Collagen creams really do not work like you think. Collagen molecules are too large to seep down past the first several layers of your skin in order to go deep into your skin. Just keep looking for the right anti aging facial products. Don’t give up hope, you will find the right product for you.

Don’t forget to apply sunscreen daily! Sunscreen should be the first anti aging product that you reach for. The sun’s harsh rays causes wrinkles and a broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen can help to prevent those wrinkles. Make sure you read the ingredients, because not all sunscreens work as effectively as others. And yes, you need to apply it daily. Even walking to and from your car can cause damage over time. Plus, all the anti aging wrinkle treatments can make you more photo-sensitive to the sun.

Most of all, make sure you are happy. Try to laugh every day, because that is the secret to aging gracefully. You will look younger, just because your joy is radiating around you. So don’t dwell on the bad, think good thoughts always, and laugh. After all, laughter is the best medicine for the body and the mind, right?

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Modern Science Has Produced Some Fabulous Anti Aging Products

Posted by Allykat on July 3rd, 2010

There are many exceptional anti aging products on the market today. However, we’ve all heard the saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

One of the most important things a person can do for prevention is to use sunscreen. SPF30 or higher is recommended. Makeup with sunscreen in it is not enough protection. A true sunscreen contains the best protection. The problem with sunscreen is that it needs to be re-applied more often than anyone does. And be sure to apply 1/4 teaspoon to you face and a 1/4 teaspoon to your neck. If you perspire or are out in the sun for extended periods, it is recommended to apply it every hour. If you work indoors then apply it before you go outside. Keep in mind that UVA rays, which causes the wrinkles, do penetrate windows. So if you are next to large windows all day long and drive long commutes, then you need to apply sunscreen.

There are many foods that nourish the skin and prevent wrinkles. What you eat really does affect your skin. Take care of your skin on the inside and the outside. Vitamin C will protect your skin from ultraviolet rays. It is good to get this vitamin from foods such as oranges, peppers and lemons. Vitamin C helps your body produce more collagen. A good stable Vitamin C anti aging product applied topically will help as well.

Another form of food that helps the skin is sunflower seeds. Seeds and nuts contain fatty acids, which enables your skin to secrete natural oils and keep you from loosing water. Natural oils keep your skin soft and also reduce blackheads.

Papayas contain carotenoids, which release vitamin A and are an anti oxidant. Whole grains are a source of vitamin B, which will fight skin infections. The niacin that whole grains contain helps the skin to absorb the nutrients in your other foods and helps with energy production.

Green tea is a huge antioxidant and contains flavornoids, which wards off damage from free radicals and UVA rays. Other foods that help are pulses rich in proteins and ingesting aloe juice, which helps with the pigment of the skin. Add these foods to your diet and then use topical anti aging products to reduce fine lines as well.

When buying anti wrinkle creams for a more youthful appearance you will want to use products with the following ingredients: Retinalehyde, it reduces wrinkles and it helps with acne as well. Check out Avene’s anti aging wrinkle product. They are stronger than other over the counter retinol products. Epidermal Growth Factor or EGF contains fifty-three amino acids, which helps to renew the skin. You will gain elasticity by stimulating the production of collagen. Alpha hydroxy and  Beta hydroxy acids are used in chemical peels. Chemical peels removes the dead skin cells by dissolving the intracellular adhesive that holds dead cells together. It then incites the skin cells to renew themselves. Exfoliating the skin with chemical peels is a great anti wrinkle treatment.

Eating healthy foods, with lots of fruits and vegetables really helps keep the youthful appearance of your skin. Encourage your children to eat plenty of healthy foods at an early age so they form a healthy habit. Get them to at least try one bite every time and hopefully they will develop a liking. Make sure to drink a lot of water everyday as well. The human body is made up of about 70% to 80% water, so water is huge for healthy youthful skin. Learn to love water. Now find some great anti aging products that work for you and you will be aging gracefully!

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Anti-aging Body Wash = Great Anti Aging Products?

Posted by Allykat on October 16th, 2008

There are a lot of anti aging products out there, but an anti aging body wash? Protecting the whole body and helping it age gracefully is important too. However, how much can a body wash, which mostly just goes down the drain, really do?

I look at the Olay Age Defining body wash ingredients and compared it to the Olay Shea body wash. The ingredients are very similar. So it doesn’t seem these specific body washes marketed as an anti aging skincare products really make that much of a difference when it comes to aging. There are raving reviews for both body washes though! I think it is because the second ingredient is Petroleum. Yes, petroleum is one of the most moisturizing ingredients! The sulfates come next, so they are not quite as harsh, because of the petroleum. These Olay body washes are very thick and creamy too. I think these body washes may help with anti aging, but really only because of how gentle and moisturizing they are.

Olay Age Defining body wash:
Water, Petrolatum, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Lauric Acid, Fragrance, Trihydroxystearin, Sodium Chloride, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Butyrospermum Parkii Extract (Shea Butter), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), DMDM Hydantoin, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, PEG 14M

Olay Shea body wash:
Water, Petrolatum, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Lauric Acid, Fragrance, Trihydroxystearin, Sodium Chloride, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, DMDM Hydantoin, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), PEG 14M, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A)

Regardless, have a nice relaxing bath with a moisturizing body wash this weekend or weeknight. Light some candles and rub on your favorite body cream afterwards. Having a nice spa time always rejuvenates you! And stay calm and relax in life, no matter what obstacles come in you way, that is how you will age gracefully. No matter what happens, look for the joy. So whether you believe in these new anti aging products in the form of a body wash or not, have fun taking a nice relaxing bath!

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Anti Wrinkle Cream and Stem Cells?

Posted by Allykat on October 2nd, 2008

Stem cells research, to make an anti wrinkle cream? Is it worth it?

What if it is the latest way to make you look younger and a new breakaway for anti aging skincare products? Scientists have been researching and researching stem cells and are finding new innovative ideas everyday.

In New York there was a HBA cosmetic show and the Cosmeticsdesign.com of Europe reporters attended the event. I do not know much about the HBA show, it seems like a big event where cosmetic industry types get together and discuss the new trends in the beauty industry. Exhibitors come and show off their new skincare ingredients and talk about marketing and what the consumers are buying and looking for in the future.

I don’t think stem cells research is necessary for creating anti aging products. I think we need to focus on aging gracefully more with a smile. Do we really need a anti wrinkle cream that badly?

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UVA Sunscreen List – Facial Sunscreen is the Best Anti Aging Product

Posted by Allykat on April 30th, 2008

Do you wear the best anti aging product, which is facial sunscreen? Do you know of any sunscreens that should be on the good UVA sunscreen list? Not all sunscreens are created equal. The sun’s rays are very harsh and proper protection is needed. Skin cancer is the most common forms of cancer and it is increasing. Applying sunscreen everyday also helps with anti-aging. In fact sunscreen is the best anti wrinkle cream you can buy! Read on for a short list of good UVA sunscreens in the mix as well. I had a list of good UVA sunscreens posted here before, but their UVA estimations were lower than I thought, so I have update the list. Read on to find out what the most important factors are when you wear sunscreens. 

The SPF number on your bottle of sunscreen is the amount of protection against UVB rays and not UVA rays. UVB rays causes burning/tanning, while the UVA rays causes aging and tanning. UVA rays can also penetrate your skin deeper than UVB rays can. UVA rays can also affect your skin through the clouds and windows, unlike UVB rays. Since, UVA rays causes wrinkles, skin sagging, and aging, it is important to make sure you are wearing face sunscreen with adequate protection, because it’s the best anti aging beauty products. 

Sunscreens in the U.S. are not quite on par yet with Europe when it comes to UVA protection. In Europe you can find sunscreen with very high UVA protection. They call this protection Persistent Pigment Darkening or PPD. They have a PPD number as well as a SPF number marked on their sunscreen bottles. They have PPD numbers of 20! However, over the last few years the sunscreens in the U.S. have gotten better and better. The sunscreens with the Mexoryl ingredient has very good UVA protection of PPD 15. La Roche Posay Anthelios and L’Oreal’s Ombrelle contain the ingredient Mexoryl, which was patented by L’Oreal in 1993 in Europe. Now you can find these Mexoryl sunscreens in the U.S. with a PPD of 15.  Wear Mexoryl sunscreen if you have normal or dry skin. Although some oily skin types like the Anthelios texture too. It all comes down to your skin type. Eau  Thermale Avene, one of my favorite skincare companies also has good UVA sunscreens. Vichy is another great European UVA sunscreen brand.

Facial Sunscreen = Great Anti Aging Product

Some other good UVA sunscreens in the U.S. drugstores are the Neutrogena Dry Touch sunscreens with the Helioplex ingredient. Make sure to only buy the SPF 55 or higher though, because the ones under SPF 55 are not photo-stable. Meaning they will degrade faster in sunlight, thus you will loose protection. They have a PPD of around 12. I used to use the CIBA.com PPD calculator on the active ingredients in the sunscreen to find out the PPD, but that is just a self-estimation. And I have found out that the U.S. drugstore sunscreen’s PPD can’t be higher than around 12. PPD 12 is good protection, in fact anything over PPD 8 is good. Of course, anything higher is better. Good UVA protection will protect your skin from age spots, wrinkles, and cancer. Another good UVA sunscreen with a PPD of around 10 is the Coppertone Dual Defense SPF 30 or 70.

One important thing to know is ingredients. It is all comes down to knowing what the ingredients mean. If the sunscreen contains the Avobenzone ingredient make sure it does not contain Octinoxate as well. These two ingredients together can destabilize the sunscreen. So when you see Avo and OctiNoxate, then don’t buy it. Think of it as OctiNOxate. This is only for chemical sunscreens. If you prefer physical sunscreens then make sure there is a high percentage of both Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide. Make sure they especially have a high percentages of Zinc Oxide, the higher the better. Shiesido makes a very nice Ultimate Sun Protection lotion with an SPF 55. This lotion has a PPD of around 8. This facial sunblock has a very light texture and leaves a nice smooth matte finish, which makes it excellent for oily skin types. Blue Lizard, Coppertone Sensitive Skin SPF 50, and Neutrogena Pure and Free Baby SPF 60 are some other great physical sunscreens. Physicals sunscreens generally have lower PPD protection than chemical sunscreen lotion, of 8 or lower, but wearing physical sunscreen can last longer on your skin.

Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide brimmed hat whenever you are out in the sun. Make sure to apply ¼ teaspoon to your face and another ¼ teaspoon to your neck. If you don’t apply enough you will not get the recommended protection. Remember, the UVA rays penetrates through clouds and windows. Keep testing the sunscreens until you find one that your skin loves.What good UVA sunscreens list do you have? Please list some of your favorite sunblocks in the comments.  Remember, wear facial sunscreen everyday, rain or shine, because it’s the best anti aging skincare products.

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Aging Gracefully – It’s Smile Time! Anti Aging Products Review

Posted by Allykat on March 31st, 2008

This is my final post of the anti aging products batch of posts. Retinoids really do help prevent wrinkles from forming. They can give you youthful, supple, and smooth skin. There are a few things you should know when you using retinoids. Read on to find out if your skincare routine is right for you and your retinoid anti aging treatments. 

When using Retinoid products, you should put them on twenty minutes after you wash your face. This gives time for your skin’s pH to come back down after washing. Or if you have a cleanser and toner with the correct pH, then that will balance your skin, so you can put on the retinoid right away. If not, then it is important to wait, because the least irritation to your skin the better.

I will talk more the importance of products with proper pH balance.


Now if you have dry skin you can use an moisturizer to rectify the dryness that retinoids may cause. Or your skin may just need the extra moisture. Watch your skin and give it what it needs. However, after you put on the retinoid you should wait twenty minutes or as long as you can before you put on moisturizer. If the moisturizer is put on right after, then it will interfere with the retinol and it’s effectiveness.

For oily skin you really do not need a moisturizer, a facial sunscreen in the morning is enough! You have to wear a sunscreen when using Retinal anti aging skincare products, they make the skin more photosensitive to the sun. Okay, I know enough with the sunscreen, but that is why I said to find the right sunscreen and then bring the retinoids on.

Avene retinaldehyde anti aging facial products are not just great for anti-aging, they really helped clear up my acne too! I mean I had terrible hormonal cysts all along my chin that would not go away for years! Avene’s Retinaldehyde cleared it up so fast. And if I do get a blemish on my chin now it is a pimple, not a cyst and it will go away in a couple of days instead of a week, which is how long cysts/pimples took before. So if you have acne then give the Avene retinaldehyde products for anti aging a shot! They might work for you too and then you get a mult-purpose product, which will prevent wrinkles and acne.

I mean I have tried almost every acne treatment out there and this one finally works. Plus, they say to start using an anti wrinkle cream in your late twenties or early thirties. They say it is easier to prevent wrinkles.

I hope you have enjoy all my past posts about retinoids, retinaldehyde, retin-A, retinol, retinal, or vitamin A anti aging wrinkle products. Whatever you want to call it, Vitamin A gives you clear, smooth, supple skin. Smooth out fine lines and prevent new ones from forming. Taking care of your skin is very important to aging gracefully. And learning what works for your skin, by reading and testing, is the right way to do it! Now go smile and laugh a lot today, that is the real key to staying young, besides all these wonderful anti aging products. 

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Aging Gracefully – Secrets Still Continued – Anti Aging Products

Posted by Allykat on March 28th, 2008

Time for more talk about Avene’s anti aging products! The best part is Avene products are pretty reasonably priced, well compared to the expensive products in department stores, that may not even work! Ystheal facial lotion is only $32 and can be found at many CVS drug stores! Check it out on online to see if your local store carries it, not all do, or you can buy it right online. If you joined the CVS club you will get coupons and cash back. They also have a $4 off of $20 coupon a lot too! Of, course you should check out Amazon as well. 

Now $32 really is a great deal! One bottle lasts for about 6 months! All you need is a pea-size drop for your whole face. And I mean pea-size. This stuff is strong.

Also you must start out slowly. Use it three times a week and then move up to four times a week, then every other day and then every day, if your skin can handle it. Retinaldehyde a form of Vitamin A will make your skin purge (causing little pimples). And your skin may become dry and flaky for the first couple weeks, this means the anti aging skincare product is working though. The Retinaldehyde is turning over your skin’s dead cells. Isn’t it great to know that the anti aging product is working and is strong enough to do something!? So if you started applying it everyday right off, your skin will really flake and get irritated, the skin adjusts gradually to Retinoids. Make sure to watch your skin, and treat it accordingly. 

Also if your skin never stops flaking, then Retinaldehyde anti aging beauty products may be too strong for your skin. Then you can move down to retinol and work your way up or try different anti aging facial products out there like antioxidants (more on these soon). Some good retinol products are from the Neutrogena and Roc skincare lines. I will post even more about Retinoid anti aging products in my next post as well, so stay tuned!

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Aging Gracefully – Secrets Continued – Anti Aging Products

Posted by Allykat on March 27th, 2008

Retinoids anti aging products are some of the best wrinkle fighting products out there! There are actually different names for Retinoids, which can tell you their level of potency. First of all there’s retinol which is what’s in most of the over the counter anti aging facial products now.

And really retinol is not strong enough to do anything!

Retin-A is the strongest retinoid that you can buy and you have to have a prescription.

Retinaldehyde is the level that Avene produces and again it is the strongest you can buy without a prescription! In the U.S. you can buy two different types or strengths of Avene’s Retinaldehyde anti aging skincare products. Ystheal + Emulsion lotion for normal to combo skin. They do not have one out yet for oily skin, but this is the one that works for my very oily acne prone skin! There is also an Ystheal cream and Eluage Retinaldehyde cream for dry skin. The Eluage has Hyaluronic Acid in it as well, so it enhances the Retinaldehyde! Therefore, the Eluage is the more potent anti aging wrinkle cream. To go with the Eluage Retinaldehyde cream, is a Eluage firming gel, that can be applied to only the deep lines and wrinkles and not the entire face.

As a beginner or a women in the mid twenties, I would start off with Ystheal, it’s more gentle. Starting off with the Eluage can lead to irritation. If you wish, after a few years you can move up to the Eluage, but I would hold off until your forties/fifties or get a prescription depending on your budget and desire. (Remember Retinoids can NOT be used while pregnant.)

I have heard it really is best to start with anti aging beauty products in your twenties or thirties. Preventing is easier than erasing. So you want to prevent the aging for as long as possible.

(I will talk more about Avene’s anti aging products and how to apply it properly in my next post!)

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Aging Gracefully – The Secrets – Anti Aging Products Review

Posted by Allykat on March 27th, 2008

It is time for talk about Anti-aging products!

Everybody wants to know what the best anti aging facial products out there are! Wrinkle creams are so popular right now. Well, the most important thing though, is to focus on enjoying life and being with love ones. That is key. However, we should all try to find the best products for us and age as gracefully as we can! :)

Well, once again you have to look at the ingredients to find the most potent anti-aging product that is right for you! You cannot just read the front with all the great claims. Often times skin care companies will put just a little bit of the ingredient in their product, not even enough to really do anything! Yet they can claim it works miracles on the front of their anti aging beauty products!

So you have to check the ingredients and make sure the ingredient that you want is up high on the list!

After researching a lot on the internet and visiting beauty boards. The first best product to help you age gracefully is sunscreen of course. And the best anti aging skincare products are with vitamin A or Retinoid! Retinoid is an anti-aging ingredient that doctors have announced have scientific proof that really works! Eau Thermale Avene! Eau Thermale Avene is the best company. This skin care company is from France and have recently come into the United States. Avene has the highest potent retinoid products that you can buy over the counter!

Oh, and one more thing. Try not to worry so much in life. (it causes aging…hehe) There’s more to come about retinoids! Click the link for my next post on the best anti aging products from Avene!)

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