Vitamin A boosts collagen and reduces wrinkles, while Vitamin C brightens skin and reduces redness. Skin Deep shares the facts behind these powerful anti aging secrets.
Vitamin A – Skincare Secret #1
Did you know that Vitamin A has the most research behind it, more than any other vitamin-based skincare ingredient on the market? One study found that after using a prescription strength vitamin A cream for 10-12 months participants noticed significantly fewer wrinkles and medical experts noted an 80 percent increase in collagen. (You can read a little more about retinol and the family of retinoids in our article here.)
What else does it do? Fights acne by stimulating cell turnover to help slow oil production and keep pores clear. Another reason that Vitamin A creams count as anti aging secrets are they strengthen your skin making fine lines looks smoother. Vitamin A creams can help lighten sun-induced brown spots and boost skin radiance. Vitamin A block the enzyme needed for melanin (pigment) production further helping to deliver an even-toned, glowing complexion.
Topical vitamin A will increase your sensitivity to light and sun. Daily use of a good sunblock is a must.
Vitamin C – Skincare Secret #2
Another of the best anti aging secrets is Vitamin C. First and foremost Vitamin C will brighten otherwise dull skin allowing it to look healthier and more vibrant. In addition, Vitamin C is great for reducing embarrassing redness and will help you achieve a more uniform skin tone and overall better complexion. If you suffer from dry skin vitamin C is a must. Moisturizers may still leave your skin feeling dry and looking flakey; a Vitamin C serum will improve moisture content and overall hydration. A vitamin C serum will also strengthen the skin by producing collagen. And very importantly a vitamin C serum will protect your skin from sun damage and makes sunscreen more effective.
The best way to use a topical Vitamin C is to simply apply a small amount of it once a day to clean, dry skin. It should be applied before you begin applying your makeup but after you use your daily facial toner. From there, simply continue with your regular makeup and skin care routine.
We hope these anti aging secrets (Vitamin A & C) have been helpful! We’ve linked to a few products and categories in this article, but Skin Deep offers a wide variety of antioxidants and Vitamin A creams and we hope you will schedule an appointment to learn the best way to protect your skin.
