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Friday, November 28, 2008
by Skincare-news.com team
Wrinkles and premature aging are frustrating enough. Finding effective products shouldn’t be a skincare shopping nightmare, too. Follow this step-by-step guide and learn how to create the most effective routine for your skincare concerns — minus the hefty price tags!
Cleanser: $15 and under
- Rest assured — it’s okay to be thrifty when it comes to your facial cleanser. Why pay for a plethora of vitamins and active ingredients that touch your skin for a matter of seconds only to be washed right down the drain? Instead, look for a gentle cleanser that effectively removes all traces of dirt, makeup and debris while restoring hydration to delicate aging skin.
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Day cream: $25 and under
- How do you choose a good day cream? The most important thing to look for is sun protection. Especially if you’re using active ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids, vitamin A or glycolic acid, it’s crucial to protect your sensitive skin from UV rays. Next, make sure your day cream is suited to help you achieve your best skin yet. According to our review, many day creams contain ingredients like retinol, antioxidants or glycolic acid, helping to exfoliate, smooth and repair damaged skin.
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Eye cream: $20 and under
- A common misconception, many believe that a regular day or night moisturizer can double as an eye cream, but the truth is that most moisturizers are simply too rich or too active for the delicate eye area. So, an eye cream is an important part of any anti-aging routine. Choose a cream specifically formulated to target issues like crow’s feet, puffiness and under-eye circles.
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Night cream: $40 and under
- Not only are night creams jam-packed with skin goodies like enzymes, emollients, moisturizers and antioxidants, but these beneficial ingredients have all night to fully seep into your skin. Consistent use will leave your skin supple and hydrated, with fewer fine lines and wrinkles. Try one of these top-reviewed products and wake up to younger-looking skin.
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See also:
Affordable Skin Care Review: Creating a Skincare Routine for Under $100
Philosophy Product Review: Beautiful, Simple Skin Care from Head to Toe
10 Beauty Blogs You Might Not Know About (Yet)
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A: If you only use one anti-aging product, an eye cream is a great start. The skin around the eyes is some of the most delicate and easily starts to show signs of aging like fine lines, sagging and crow's feet. Even before your first wrinkle appears, try a hydrating eye cream with antioxidants and sun protection to prevent premature aging.
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A: To maximize product efficacy, choose a cleanser that dissolves surface debris. Alpha hydroxy acids, such as glycolic acid, work to slough off dead skin cells, helping other active ingredients penetrate into the pores more effectively.
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