6 Skin Care Ingredients That Dermatologists Use

With all the hype swirling around ingredients for anti-aging, beauty and fixing specific skin problems like dry skin, acne, dark circles and more, it’s important to review what dermatologists recommend to help our skin look its best. Here’s a look at what they recommend.

Retinoids. Derived from vitamin A, these substances have a proven effect on wrinkles and dark spots that can be caused by sun exposure.

Vitamin C. If formulated properly and kept in a dark bottle to keep it stable, vitamin C is a top pick among dermatologists to help brighten skin and promote collagen.

Peptides. Some dermatologists recommend augmenting prescription retinoids with peptides like palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7. Both serve to help prevent the degradation of the skin matrix that can lead to wrinkles and saggy skin.

Squalane oil. This is made from olive and has similar properties to the skin’s own lipids, which serve to moisturize, making it a good choice for dry winter months.

Argan oil. Clinical studies suggest that it helps boost hydration and it also has skin-friendly omega 6 fatty acids.

Hyaluronic acid. Long a favorite among dermatologists, it moisturizes wonderfully and helps plump up the skin.

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