A Guide to Effective Anti Aging Skin Care Creams

Have you ever wondered about the secrets of effective anti aging skin care? Would you like to know exactly what a quality anti aging skin cream should include to help you achieve that youthful radiance again?

Well, keep reading. There are certain ingredients you should look for and others that you should absolutely avoid.

First, let's cover some of the ingredients you should avoid.

Avoid Mineral Oil -- You certainly do not want an anti aging skin care product that clogs your pores resulting in acne or other problems. Your goal is to look good, not to look like a pimply-faced teenager.

Well then, you should avoid any product containing mineral oil. Many manufacturers use it because it's cheap, but it actually does more harm than good. Mineral oil clogs your pores, not allowing your skin to breathe or eliminate harmful toxins.

Avoid Parabens -- Here is another one you should always avoid: parabens (methyl, propyl, butyl, and ethyl). Parabens can cause nasty little rashes and allergic reactions.

Some studies even suggest parabens may cause cancer or interfere with your endocrine system. Any product containing parabens should not be part of your anti aging skin care regimen.

Avoid Collagen and Elastin as Ingredients -- Now this one may shock you. Avoid any anti aging skin cream that claims to contain collagen and elastin.

Yes, you read that correctly. Collagen and elastin are probably the most important substances for younger looking skin. However, they are totally ineffective when applied topically, because their molecules are too large for the skin to absorb. You can slather on as much as you want, but you are just wasting your money.

Instead, look for an anti aging skin cream that contains ingredients proven to stimulate the growth of collagen and elastin.

One example would be CynergyTK. Many clinical studies show that CynergyTK promotes the production of collagen and elastin, therefore diminishing your fine lines and wrinkles.

Another ingredient proven to stimulate the growth of collagen and elastin is Coenzyme Q10. Many anti aging skin care products contain this, but many do not contain a sufficient amount.

Look for variations of CoQ10 such as Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10, which is highly effective because of its microscopic nature which can penetrate deeper.

Also, look for products that contain ingredients to boost hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is essential for skin elasticity and smoothness. Consider it the "glue" of collagen and elastin fibers. Without it, you can expect to have aged skin and even dark eye circles.

You want an ingredient that prevents the breakdown of hyaluronic acid, such as Phytessence Wakame. I know that sounds like a strange ingredient, but it has many benefits including healing irritated and dry skin and inhibiting the enzyme hyaluronidase, which is responsible for the breakdown of hyaluronic acid.

Although, I have only listed a few here, there are many more effective ingredients (as well as harmful ones). If interested in learning more, please visit my website.

Now that you know all this, you should do your research. Do not just buy an inferior anti aging skin cream just because you see it flashed all over the television and in magazines. The secret to effective anti aging skin care is to use natural ingredients that are proven effective and will not harm you.