We all think that anti wrinkle creams will actually benefit our skin. However, there are skin specialists who don’t feel the same way. Many creams contain AHA, which is fruit acids. They work by peeling off the outer layer of the skin. They are thought to be a natural way to rejuvenate the skin. However, dermatologists say that their use could cause long term damage. The AHA seems to increase the number of cells that are damaged and can cause reddening, blistering and burning. It’s even been subjected to concerns by professionals in the industry. The Food and Drug
Administration has done research suggesting that people who use AHA have a greater sensitivity to the sun’s ultra violet rays. The European Commission is strongly considering limiting AHA’s use. They would also like it to come with a warning label on each product. Most believe this is a good idea. Other products come with warning labels, so why not creams? Many more studies need to be done to come to a real conclusion on the issue, but the evidence is mounting.
The fact is that some creams can cause horrible skin irritations, and the ingredient AHA can actually increase the sun’s harmful effects on your skin. If you are a woman who is using an product, you must make sure that it contains a sunscreen of 15 or higher. If you do use choose these creams, and they don’t contain sunblock, make sure to layer with sunscreen.
Moreover, though, it’s important to note that AHA’s need time to get absorbed into your skin. If they are not absorbed, then they are basically useless. Unfortunately, because of that, many women have the compulsion to add the product in a thick layer which can cause more damage like flaking, redness and other irritations. As a result, you should always follow the directions printed on the package.
The rate at which you show signs of aging depends on a number of things, and these creams aren’t always of benefit. For example, if you are a smoker, you are actually prematurely aging your skin and creams like this just won’t help. Also, if you have a lot of stress in your life, you will tend to age faster whether you use a cream or not.
The bottom line is that you should not only examine your risk factors carefully, but you should also try to find a cream that is more natural and avoid stresses on your skin that can cancel any positive effects of the product you choose. Some good ingredients to look for in an anti wrinkle cream are:
-Cynergy TK- enhances natural production of collagen and elastin
-Phytessence Wakame- extract of sea kelp that keeps the skin firm
Keep in mind, though, that as important as it is to watch out for AHA, there are other concerning ingredients in some creams including mineral oils, parabens, and fragrances.
Fortunately, the news is not all doom and gloom. Caroline Hogg, a beauty editor with Woman Magazine, has done extensive research on the topic. She suggests that most of the creams on the market today are milder and fewer than 4% fruit acid, so they should be safe.
As women we all want beautiful skin; however we should also be aware that there are negatives to these in anti wrinkle creams too. You need to be aware of the ingredients and how to use the product. There is a good anti-aging treatment for everyone out there; it is only a matter of sorting through the flock and finding the ones best for you.
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