{Previously Gifted} Back in August 2020, I wrote a post all about the best ingredients to look out for in your skincare routine and because there are so many different ingredients out there I knew I had to make a part two. In the skincare world, there are so many brands using so many different ingredients that it gets hard to know what is good or bad for the skin and that's where this post comes in. Today I'm going to be sharing with you more of the best ingredients to look out for in your skincare!
Retinol
Retinol is an ingredient that is a type of Retinoid which is made from Vitamin A. Retinol is an ingredient that most skincare specialists swear by because it can alter the behaviour of ages cells to make them act more youthful making it the perfect ingredient for anti-ageing products. This ingredient can smooth the texture of the skin, accelerate skin renewal and reduce the signs of ageing. Not all Retinols are the same meaning it comes in many different strengths meaning it is important to do your research before trying it out to avoid having a reaction on the skin, for example, skincare may include retinol palmitate which is the weakest of the retinol or retinol which is stronger and the most tolerable for the skin. With retinol, it's best to start off slow and then work your way up to get your desired effect.
Products containing Retinol:
- The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane
- No7 Advanced Retinol 1.5% Concentrate
- Paulas Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient that supports the skin and it delivers a number of incredible benefits for the skin. Levels of vitamin A in the skin are reduced every day due to environmental factors and being exposed to sunlight and this can cause the skin to look unhealthy. Vitamin A has the ability to normalise how skin cells function to behave in a healthier and younger way leaving the skin looking radiant. This ingredient also helps to improve problematic skin conditions such as acne, it leaves the skin less oily and more balanced. Another key benefit of Vitamin A is that it helps to speed up the healing process, preventing breakouts and supporting the skins immune system.
Products containing Vitamin A:
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Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an ascorbic acid that means its a vitamin that isn't produced by the body, the only way to get it into the body is by taking supplements or in certain foods like citrus fruits like oranges. To get the best benefits from Vitamin C on your skin is to apply it topically. Vitamin C has many benefits for the skin because it produces collagen which can then thicken the skin and this will help to diminish fine lines and leave a more youthful appearance. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant this means that it can protect the skin cells from free radical damage caused by UV exposure. Vitamin C can also inhibit melanin production which means that it can lighten hyperpigmentation marks and even skin tone. Another key benefit of using Vitamin C is that it helps to repair sun damage and collagen loss by encouraging healthy cell turnover.
Products containing Vitamin C:
Peptides
Peptides are made up of amino acids which are fragments of protein. Proteins are very important for the skin because they work as building blocks for the skin, without peptides the skin won't remain intact and this can cause the loss of firmness in the skin and cause fine lines and wrinkles. When peptides are applied onto the skin they work at sending messages to the skin to trigger skin cells to build products like collagen and elastin, which help to smooth and plump out the skin. Peptides have also been proven to help the skin with hydrating, smoothing and firming the skin creating a more youthful appearance.
Products containing Peptides :
BHA's are a type of oil-soluble acids that are able to get deep into the pores on the skin and target oil glands that are overproducing sebum (oil) and they help to decrease the amount of oil that is secreted. BHA's are great to use on people who have oily skin and also acne-prone skin because it reduces the amount of oil produced it will also help with preventing spots. BHA's work on both the surface and in the pores on the skin, it is best suited for normal and oily skin types, BHA's also have a natural soothing effect on the skin so it is gentle enough for sensitive skins who can also suffer acne-prone skin.
Products containing BHA's
- Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
- The Inkey List Beta Hydroxy Acid
- The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Slightly different from BHA'S, AHA's are water-soluble acids that are derived from fruits or sugar cane. AHA's help to peel away the surface of the skin and then more evenly pigmented skin cells replace them leaving the skin feeling smoother and softer. AHA's are often safe to use on all skin types but I would be aware if you have very dry or sensitive skin. This ingredient can also enhance the skins natural moisturising factors in the skin and AHA's have been proven to work well at reducing the effects of sun damage on the skin. AHA's and BHA's can be used together or on their own depending on your skin concerns.
Products containing AHA's
- REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic
- Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Ageing 5% AHA Exfoliant
- Beauty Bay Acid Trip Exfoliating Toner with AHA and PHA
Make sure to check out Part 1 of this post to find more ingredients to add to your skincare routine!
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When researching these ingredients I found a load more that I want to add to my skincare routine to help my skin improve even more. Have you used any of these ingredients before?
I always look for these ingredients and your products and photos look so beautiful. Thank you for sharing this informative post. I enjoy reading it so much.
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Thank you! I’m glad you find my post helpful x
DeleteLove these posts of yours! I'm such a newbie when it comes to ingredients and it's so helpful to see all these!
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Great! I hope you find it helpful x
DeleteThis is such a helpful post! I always see different skincare ingredients being recommended, but I don't know the benefits of each one so it's great having this list & your other post to refer to!
ReplyDeleteIt can get so confusing when it comes to ingredients because there’s just so many out there! I hope my post can help x
DeleteThis is a really useful post, thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge! xx
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Thank you! X
DeleteI have a collagen and retinol face mask that I love, it works wonders when my skin is dull. And I've recently started using a Vitamin C serum too, which makes my face look brighter. Such a helpful post, Aaliyah, thank you! x
ReplyDeleteThose ingredients will do wonders for your skin, I hope you find this post helpful x
DeleteLoved this post, all of these vitamins are soo key to making me look and feel healthy. I swear by collagen and vitamin A!
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Thank you! Vitamin A is such a good ingredient for skin health but it gets forgotten about sometimes my more people’s skin would definitely benefit from using Vitamin A x
DeleteThank you for sharing! I saved this on Pinterest fro later so I can go and check those tricky names again and again.
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DeleteThis is super helpful! I'm a big fan of the Ren Ready Steady Glow! Xx
ReplyDeleteThank you! It’s such a good product isn’t it! X
DeleteSuper helpful post! I need to add some retinol to my skincare routine, my skin is crying out for it! x
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Thank you! I’m glad you find it helpful, retinol is such an amazing product. When you do start out with retinol make sure you start off slowly so you don’t get a reaction x
DeleteI've heard retinol is very good for anti-ageing and if used right it can be super effective :) thank you for sharing these recommendations, I'm always looking for skincare recommendations x
ReplyDeleteRetinol is really an amazing ingredient, especially for anti ageing, there is so trial and error with it though as some products can work while others don’t x
DeleteThis is an amazing post. Thanks for sharing informative information. I appreciate your efforts.
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