Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Antiageing creams: Do they work?




Supermarket shelves  and TV channels are flooded with antiageing creams and their advetisements.  They are are being used by women in their thirties to nineties.  New brands are entering the market every now and then with claims of guaranteed  results and any woman worth her salt has tried them all. Lets find out what are the actual results  you can expect from them.

Are all antiageing creams alike ? How do I select the best cream for me?

People age in different ways . Ageing can show just as fine lines , as pigmentation  as folds, wrinkles or in any one or more variety of ways. Over the counter branded antiageing creams are usually safe general options , but  they may not work for you in particular. So its best if you consult  your skin care specialist in person for best results.

Are antiageing creams enough for maintenance of my skin?

Healthy lifestyle, good health  and regular use of suncreen ( above SPF 25) are  also essential if you want great looking skin.

What is the ideal age  one start using antiageing creams?

Ageing is a continuous process starting from birth .  So there is no specific age when you should start the efforts towards antiageing. Usually human being is at its prime during teenage years following which various signs of ageing may be noticed- like fine wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven pigmentation . Antiageing creams can be started any time when these signs of ageing appear.


Is there anything more than creams that can help me look my best?

There is a lot more available nowadays beyond the creams to rejuvenate and completely transform your skin. Chemical peels  microdermabrasion and laser for antiageinfg of skin, Botox for wrinkles and Juvederm injections for nonsurgical facelift are the most popular among them.