The firming active ingredients you need for smoother skin

It is our most silent enemy. Sagging occurs when the skin loses elasticity due to a decrease in collagen and elastin production. However, this problem is no longer just a matter of age. Young people also lose skin smoothness through weight loss, a sedentary lifestyle, or even telecommuting. However, they all find the solution in the same beauty product: firming creams.

The tighter the skin, the smoother and softer it will look. Leading a healthy lifestyle is important: eating right, exercising and getting enough sleep are factors that (and more than you think) can be found in your skin. Still, if you feel like you need a little extra help, you should know that cosmetics are on your side.

What ingredients do firming creams have?

Real change starts at home. And if you’re looking for a product that (really) lives up to its goals, look out for one of these active ingredients:

AMD. Take note, as it is one of the largest anti-aging active ingredients in the world and in addition to hydrating and stimulating collagen and glycosaminoglycan production, it effectively firms and firms the skin. You can find it, for example, in the firming DMAE cream from Skin clinic, which also contains DMAE, which induces a lifting effect, increases muscle tone and promotes tensile capacity; Vitamin C that energizes the skin, gives it radiance and reduces wrinkles.

retinol. It is an asset with so many benefits that it is (highly) recommended to include it in our beauty routine. Retinol is vitamin A in the form of a cosmetically active ingredient that can stimulate the natural production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in our skin. It exfoliates, regenerates the skin, restores luminosity, improves texture and is effective for treating acne, pimples or wrinkles. A super asset!

collagen. It is the ingredient that keeps our skin firm. After menopause, women naturally stop producing this active ingredient, so its lack causes flaccidity. Fortunately, most firming cosmetics include it in their formulation.

ursolic acid. It is a very complete strengthening present in plants such as oregano, rosemary or thyme.

Asian spark. It is an active ingredient that promotes healing and collagen synthesis. In addition, it restores the skin’s firmness and perfects the tone.

Silicon. It stimulates the synthesis of collagen and elastin in the skin. In addition, it protects against free radicals and cellular oxidation. For example, you can find it in the Organic Silicon Firming Serum 22% of Generic skinwith an immediate firming effect on the skin, increasing firmness and hydration, while also protecting against free radicals.

Hyaluronic Acid. Today we don’t invent a cream without it. It is an active ingredient that fills wrinkles and moisturizes the skin. It stimulates collagen synthesis and promotes water retention. In this way, the skin is naturally re-strengthened and hydrated. The result is a juicy, smooth, hydrated and visibly younger appearance. Where to find? In the new serum in capsules RoC®️with faster acting Hyaluronic Acid, which draws moisture from the skin to the surface for maximum volume.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs). Since they are ingredients that exfoliate and remove dead skin cells, they help the rest of the components penetrate better and have greater effectiveness. We love the serum Dewtopia 20% Acid Night Treatment Retexturing Night Serum by Ole HenriksenPacked with a potent 20% acid blend (10% AHA and 10% PHA), it refines skin texture overnight to reveal a significantly smoother, renewed and brighter complexion.

Vitamin C. It is an active ingredient that naturally reaffirms the skin. Its high antioxidant content fights free radicals and helps rebuild tissues in depth. It also provides extra luminosity, delays the signs of aging and nourishes the skin. You will love the C-10 Intensive Serum from 5point5 Skinlabwith 10% pure deep-release vitamin C – and a formula packed with active ingredients such as epidermal growth factor, hydroxytyrosol, ferulic acid, Centella Asiatica extract, hyaluronic acid and retinol esters – that manages to protect, repair, renew, moisturize and tighten the skin in the depth.