Aging really takes a toll on skin as anyone over the age of 40 will say. Our skin loses its elasticity, meaning it won’t easily spring back if tugged or pulled. The breakdown of collagen occurs leaving us with drooping eyelids, cheeks and necks. Crows feet, the term used for wrinkles around the outside of the eyes above the cheeks, begin to appear. Free radicals are naturally occurring molecules that develop when we age and cells die off.

While aging is inevitable, there are things you can do and products to use to help slow down and even reverse some aging of the skin:

1. Hyaluronic acid-boosts skin moisture

Hyaluronic acid is a prominent ingredient in many anti wrinkle creams and eye creams for a few good reasons. It can absorb up to 1000 times its weight in water making it a hydrating superstar. It will plump skin making it a prime anti aging moisturizer.

2. Retinol-vitamin A for fighting wrinkles

Retinal is a powerful vitamin A derivative that can help cell turnover. This means it assists in renewing skin cells when they have naturally shed. Healthy skin exfoliating products often include retinol since its nourishing vitamin A can help keep skin plump and even out complexion by reducing the look of blotchy skin.

3. Collagen is protein that skin loves

Collagen is the main protein found in skin and connective tissue, the tissue just beneath the skin. As we age, we lose collagen and our skin sags. Using creams, serums or treatments that contain this protein can help slow down the breakdown of collagen. Applying collagen directly to the skin can reduce the sagging neck, cheek and lip tissue and add a youthful glow.

4. Vitamin C for skin brightening 

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant vitamin. Its presence in a moisturizer for aging skin will chemically exfoliate, brighten and energize tired older skin. Its regular use can add radiance, boost cell turnover, and visibly energize and brighten skin. It is a good ingredient to look for if you have dull or uneven skin.

5. Caffeine for bright eyes

Caffeine, primarily found in coffee and tea, has been shown in some studies to brighten skin around eyes and help reduce crow’s feet. This powerful antioxidant ingredients are sometimes included in creams is thought to make wrinkles less apparent while making eyes less puffy.

6. Green Tea for anti aging

Like caffeine, green tea is loaded with antioxidants that can prevent free radicals. It is very effective at concealing dark circles under the eyes and for that, it’s a popular ingredient in anti aging eye creams.

7. Sunscreen every day

Dermatologists agree that the best single thing you can do to fight aging and to keep skin healthy is using a sunscreen, even on cloudy days. Using it daily, even on cloudy days, will help fight free radicals, guard against skin cancer and prevent wrinkles and dark spots.