Do you need a new face cream? We know that it is sometimes difficult to choose the right product, given the endless possibilities on the market. And choosing a product that is not suitable for your skin type takes its toll. Not everything works on all skin types, so knowing our skin and its needs is essential to choose the right cosmetics. What should you look at? While retinol, glycolic acid or niacinamide are fantastic skin actives, your skin may not need them. Personalized routines are most effective and you don’t have to use all sorts of active ingredients, just the ones your skin needs.
What are the most common ingredients and how do they work? Niacinamide, for example, is the active form of vitamin B3. “Among its benefits, two main aspects stand out. On the one hand, the regulation of sebum and fat production, because it has sebum-regulating properties. On the other hand, the improvement of the skin’s barrier function, by reducing water loss and thus promoting hydration,” explains Rosa Roselló, training director of the DRUNI perfumery chain.
If you have dry skin, opt for a cream with hyaluronic acid. “It is important to choose cosmetics that contain this medium and low molecular weight active ingredient, which penetrates, makes the skin plump and elastic, and has an anti-wrinkle effect,” says Dr. Gema Pérez Sevilla, maxillofacial surgeon and expert in aesthetic facial medicine.
Vitamin C, on the other hand, acts as an antioxidant when it comes to preventing aging, boosting collagen production and reducing skin blemishes. To regain brightness, it is important to have good daily hygiene, cleanse the face twice a day with products suitable for every skin type. Belén Acero, owner of Pharmacy Avenida de América, advises “incorporating active antioxidants in the morning, such as vitamin C, vitamin E or resveratrol. It is also interesting to use brightening active ingredients that lighten and even out the skin tone, such as niacinamide, azelaic acid, arbutin, licorice extract or kojic acid. Finally, we must not forget to sunscreen daily”.
Now check out the best creams that deeply hydrate, illuminate the skin and give the desired beautiful effect every morning.
This cream contains purslane, a key active ingredient, and powerful antioxidants, which are quickly absorbed by the skin to soothe and calm it (€ 164.99).
It contains a duo of revitalizing vitamins (C + E) and a complex of hyaluronic acids to increase the skin’s production of this molecule and lock in hydration (€ 39.99).
Hyaluronic acid and wild violet extracts lock in hydration, leaving skin feeling refreshed and rejuvenated ($65.99).
This refreshing treatment with its gel-cream texture instantly hydrates your skin (from €11.99).
This peptic cream stimulates cellular energy and strengthens the moisturizing effect of the skin (€ 66.99).
Contains a nourishing formula combined with SPF 30 protection that moisturizes throughout the day (€ 34.99).
Contains various minerals and amino acids that deeply nourish the skin barrier, for an intensely nourished and radiant skin (€ 25.99).
Tested even in extreme weather conditions, it leaves skin fully hydrated and looking healthy ($31.99).
Soothes skin damaged and dehydrated by external aggressions, thanks to low molecular weight hyaluronic acid (€ 37.99).
This moisturizing cream doubles the hydration of the skin, improves elasticity and improves the visibility of wrinkles and expression lines (€ 45.99).
Source: Marie Claire
I’m Roger Gritton, and I’ve been writing for the The Fashion Vibes for over 5 years now. My specialty is beauty news; I’m passionate about covering the latest trends, products, and innovations in the industry. In my time there, I’ve become known as an authority on all things beauty-related.
I love discovering new experts to interview, researching up-and-coming ingredients and techniques that are making their way onto our beauty shelves and highlighting people who are making a difference in the world of cosmetics. My work has appeared not only on The Fashion Vibes, but also several other publications including the New York Times Magazine, Allure Magazine and Refinery29.
