Sagging skin, dark spots, old acne scars—no matter what the skin problem, it can take its toll on a person’s self-esteem. Perhaps this is why there were nearly 7 million beauty injection procedures and over 1 million chemical peels in 2015. But what if you don’t want to resort to going under the knife for your biggest skin issues?
There are some beauty products out now that are yielding some pretty amazing results, making them popular choices for those who want to avoid cosmetic procedures. Here are some beauty products and ingredients that are taking the beauty market by storm:
Diamond-Infused Facials
Diamonds aren’t only something to be worn. Diamond-infused creams, serums, and facials are becoming trendy in the beauty world because of their anti-aging properties. Skincare products such as Forever Flawless’s Diamond Infused Face Lifting Cream use the gemstone’s powder to exfoliate the skin, allowing vitamins, botanicals, and other anti-aging ingredients to penetrate deeper within the skin.
The result is not only a glowing complexion, but also a tighter, firmer face and neck that can take years off of your appearance. Check out their page on how to use Forever Flawless products for the best results.
Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring molecule found in connective tissue and eye fluids of the human body. While we don’t know much about the aging process, we do know that loss of skin moisture plays a significant role in the aging of our skin. HA is the key molecule involved in skin moisture because it is able to bind and retain water molecules.
All of this makes HA a trendy ingredient for skincare products that aim to plump up the skin and give it a firmer appearance. Hyaluronic acid can also help heal and sooth inflammation. If you want to skip the injections but get similar results, a hyaluronic serum may be the way to go.
Seaweed Face Mask
There are many benefits to eating seaweed, but did you also know that it can do wonders for your skin? For this reason, seaweed is a popular ingredient to put into skincare masks. The natural ingredient is rich in vitamins and minerals that can help exfoliate your skin, strengthen it, and reduce problems with pigmentation.
It is commonly used to treat acne as well, due to its anti-inflammatory properties of seaweed that reduce the swelling of pimples, and its ability to remove dead skin cells which often block pores. You can find seaweed masks advertised at many spas or you can even make your own at home.
Snail Cream
The K-beauty (Korean beauty) trend has taken the beauty product industry by storm and only seems to be getting more popular. This may be a little surprising to some, considering that one of their most popular ingredients involves the mucus secreted by snails. Before you turn away from it, you first might want to hear what it can do.
The active ingredient in mucus is called Helix Aspersa Muller and is packed full of proteins, collagen, elastin, and glycolic acid. This winning combination is able to not only hydrate and heal your acne-scarred skin, but may also help relax the muscle fibers that can lead to premature wrinkles.
Snake Venom Correcting Cream
No, you don’t have to wrangle a cobra to get the benefits of this skincare ingredient. Scientists have done all the poisonous snake handling and have created a synthetic version of a poisonous snake that is said to potentially work even better than injections when used on the skin. This ingredient mimics the role of Waglerin 1—a polypeptide that is present in the venom of a Temple Viper.
It can be used as a neuromuscular relaxer, meaning that it helps facial muscles relax and prevents fine lines and wrinkles. Many people are now using snake venom correcting cream to achieve a younger-looking appearance and seem to be having some pretty amazing results.
Pearl Powder Exfoliator
If you are hoping to rejuvenate your youthful appearance, you might want to consider using pearl powder. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, pearl powder has been used for over 3,000 years to achieve a bright and youthful glow. It is also said to help stimulate healing to get rid of harmful toxins from the body, promote shiny hair, and even enhance cell metabolism.
Pearl powder is commonly used in the form of an exfoliator because it helps remove dead skin cells and allows the anti-aging properties to reach deep within the skin. With Oceane Beauty’s White Pearl Collection, you can exfoliate and moisturize for maximum benefits.
Retinol Moisturizer
Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, is known for being a superstar in anti-aging skincare and can help fight sun spots, sagging skin, lines, wrinkles—just about any of your skin woes. It works by accelerating the rate of cell turnover and reducing the amount of dead skin cells that can make your skin seem dull. This allows your skin to breathe and take in more moisture, which helps slow the aging process.
It can also boost blood circulation so that your skin has a glowing appearance. However, make sure that you get the right retinol product. Some forms of retinol, such as retinyl palmitate and retinyl linoleate, aren’t as powerful and may not do the trick. Also, remember to test it on a small patch of skin before slathering it all over your face.
Look Your Best Without Going Under The Knife
Whether it’s a minimally invasive procedure or not, cosmetic procedures such as injections or face lifts can be intimidating and expensive. For those who don’t want to go this route but still want an age-defying appearance, there are plenty of amazing beauty products out there that can produce similar—if not better—results. It’s time that you treated yourself to one of these beauty products so that you can look and feel better about your gorgeous skin.
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