Tell me, does that describe you?

Having more time to look at the healthy appearance of people around me when I was on a winter break, I wanted to consider what an anti aging skin care guide would consist of.

Here are 5 areas for you to improve the health and appearance of your skin.

1.Water

We are always being told that our bodies are made up of a large amount of water. That’s right because up to 65% of the human body is water – depending on your age, the younger the more water in the body.

When you think that your skin contains up to 70% water it’s no wonder that it is very important to drink sufficient water each day. Your skin is the largest organ of your body but if you do not drink enough water the "reservoir" that keeps your skin plump and soft will be too low.

2.Exercise

Finally, a very important step in any anti aging skin care guide is to try to take regular exercise that is within your capabilities. This will stimulate your circulation to deliver nutrients to the skin and assist your lymphatic system to remove toxins.

3.Sunlight

You already know that too much exposure to strong sunlight will cause your skin to become dry and to burn making it red, hot and painful. I’m sure that, just like me, you enjoy being outside under a clear blue sky. Apart from the good feeling it gives, it is also the best way to obtain vital vitamin D.

However, the best practice for your anti aging skin care regime is to avoid too much exposure to the sun whenever possible.

4. Antioxidants

Your healthy skin cells can counteract any loss of suppleness by producing antioxidants. These fight the harmful free radicals that our bodies product naturally.

Just to get a bit technical for a moment, a free radical is a reactive atom that gets created in the proteins that make up our body. It damages collagen and causes inflammation. It is an oxygen molecule with negative charge.

So you see, to maintain your skin in a healthy condition, the best anti aging skin care treatment must incorporate an excellent source of antioxidants.

5. Sleep

It always pleases me when I think my skin cells are going through the process of regeneration and repair while I sleep. Although about seven hours is recommended for the average adult person, less is alright as long as the quality of your sleep is good and you wake refreshed. Also, you need to avoid eating or drinking too close to your bedtime because the body needs to shut down its digestion so that it can carry out cell repair and growth.

Before you accept some skin care treatments, you have to remember the 5 key point above. Good luck!

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Take years off of your face in one simple step. Try SkinMedica Retinol Complex and watch over time as fine lines and wrinkles are filled in and skin is firmed, through gentle exfoliation that enhances skin texture. It brings resilience and elasticity back to your skin for a softer, ageless complexion.

WHO IT’S FOR
Ideal for those with mature skin who want to soften wrinkles and firm the skin for a younger-looking appearance. Retinol smooths wrinkles and speeds up cell turnover. Vitamin E protects from free-radical damage. Green Tea Extract fights bacteria and reduces inflammation.
 
HOW TO USE IT
Apply to clean skin morning and night.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Phosphate, Retinyl Palmitate, Retinyl Acetate, Retinol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract (Tocotrienol), Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopheryl, Epilobium Angustifolium (Canadian Willowherb) Extract, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Extract, Bisabolol, Phytantriol, Sodium Polyaspartate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Cyclomethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Steareth-2, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA.

CUSTOMER REVIW
i have struggling with hormonal acne for the past year and have tried many different products many which are reviewed here. i started using this at night along with glycolix elite 20% pads and they have made huge difference in my skin. my pores are not as clogged as before and for once i dont break out as nearly as much. i also noticed when i use glycolic cleanser, it’s even better. i used rachel perry tangerine cleanser.

A remarkably effective, yet gentle eye cream that immediately smooths and brightens the sensitive tissue surrounding the eyes, while continuously improving the appearance of dark circles. This elegant formulation contains TNS Recovery Complex with NouriCel-MD. It diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and helps reduce puffiness and discoloration and wears well under makeup.

BENEFITS:
The only eye cream with NouriCel-MD
Helps to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles
Improves and enhances skin texture
Helps eliminate iron and bilirubin under the eyes to reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness

HOW TO USE IT
Apply a thin layer to the area surrounding the eye twice daily, after cleansing, toning, and applying TNS Recovery Complex to the face.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Water, Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Polyacrylate 13, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3, Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Bisabolol, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Isoceteth-20, Steareth-20, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Aminomethyl Propanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Disodium EDTA

CUSTOMER REVIW
I have been using this product daily for only 3 weeks and I’ve noticed a great reduction in the bags under my eyes. The skin feels a lot more firm and there are less wrinkles when I squint. If you accidentally get this in your eyes while applying, it really dries them out so be careful with that.

A gentle foaming cleanser enriched with chamomile, a natural soothing agent. Facial cleanser thoroughly removes environmental pollutants and excess oils, leaving skin clean and prepared for the treatment products in a daily skin care regiment.

HOW TO USE IT
Splash face with lukewarm water. Massage cleanser into a lather. Rinse thoroughly.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerine, Panthenol, Camellia Oleifera Extract, Sodium Myreth Sulfate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Butylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA, Fragrance, Blue 1, Yellow 10.

CUSTOMER REVIW
I started using this product about 6 months ago and I have found it to be a very gentle, yet effective cleanser. I have very sensitive skin and am not always happy when trying a new product but this was an incredible find. I would recommend it to anyone looking for an effective and yet very gentle cleansing product.

Restores lip fullness and volume within minutes and offers long-lasting anti-aging benefits. This product provides fuller, more youthful looking lips without the risks and expense of the infamous injection.

BENEFITS:

Lip Renewal-
* Rapid skin smoothing and softening effect
* Improvement of lip texture and condition
* Increase of lip volume
* Better definition of lip line
* Reduction of surface folds

Lip Plumper-
* Enhance natural lip color
* Improvement of lip texture and condition
* Give lips a fuller, more youthful look
* Increase of lip volume

HOW TO USE IT
STEP 1: Lip Renewal:
Twist the bottom until you hear two to three clicks. The product should then come out of the tip. Apply Lip Renewal directly on lips and around lip contour as needed to moisturize and plump the lips throughout the day.

STEP 2: Lip Plumper
Twist the bottom until you hear two to three clicks. The product should then come out of the tip. Following applications of Lip Renewal (Step 1) apply Lip Plumper (Step 2) to the lip area only, staying within your natural lip line. Mild tingling may occur within minutes and will subside. Can also be applied under or over lip color.

FULL INGREDIENTS
* Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media (NouriCel-MD) A unique product which capitalizes on the physiological advantage of many tissue factors in one solution that interact to maximally stimulate tissue repair.

* Marine Filling Spheres (Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Atelocollagen, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate) Dehydrated for greater cutaneous penetration, these spheres swell with water and rehydrate the tissues. When the spheres swell, they immediately smooth out the cutaneous surface and provide increased volume to skin’s structure and diminish surface imperfections.

* Hyaluronic Filling Spheres (Hyaluronic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate) Dehydrated filling spheres penetrate into skin folds of varying depth and trap water in the superficial layers of the skin. The remarkable characteristic of hyaluronic acid that acts as a molecular sponge, enables the spheres to swell and exert pressure in the direction of the surface, resulting in a smooth effect on the skin relief.

* Peptide Pal-GHK a natural tripeptide that stimulates collagen and glycosaminoglycan (GAG) synthesis to moisturize lips and make them firmer, smoother and better defined.

* Ceramide 3 Ceramides are a key ingredient of the stratum corneum barrier lipids, along with cholesterol and essential fatty acids.

Lip Plumper
* Benzyl Nicotinate (Niacin) Imparts a warm, tingling effect on the skin by increasing microcirculation, which causes the skin to flush. The red flushing occurs due to increased blood flow to the skin, which enhances natural lip color.

* Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil Rich in essential fatty acids, soybean oil is used in cosmetics for its hydrating and conditioning properties. It is quickly absorbed by the skin and a significant amount remains on your skin even after washing.

* Hydrogenated Polyisobutene An excellent non-irritating, non-greasy emollient and moisturizing shine enhancer. Restores skin suppleness, prevents water loss (waterproofing agent), and serves as a pigment-dispersing agent.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
I have tried many lip plumper products over the years and finally I have found one that works. My lips are much fuller now and look great with lipstick. I use the LipPlump system twice a day. It keeps my lips moist and full. Great product.

An ultra-light moisturizer infused with refreshing botanicals, natural antioxidants and vitamins that guard against premature aging due to environmental influences. This silky moisturizer restores the skin’s moisture balance and gives the complexion a smooth, healthy radiance. Oil free.
 
HOW TO USE IT
Massage daily over face and neck.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbitan Stearate, Methyl Gluceth-20, Polysorbate 60, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Panthenol, Carbomer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Methylparaben, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Sodium Hyaluronate.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
I have been using Ultra Sheer Moisturizer for over 3 years…I have oily sensitive skin and it is the first moisturizer Ive tried that hydrates my skin effectively without irritating it or making it break out. Goes on very light feels silky and healthy. Much better than any overthecounter product. I highly recommend it Also try the Rejuvenative Toner.

This ultra-rich facial cream intensely hydrates and replenishes dry skin with antioxidants and hyaluronic acid. This advanced formula combines 10% Vitamin C, 8% Vitamin E, Vitamin A, essential fatty acids and other fine ingredients in a luxurious moisturizing base to rejuvenate, moisturize and provide antioxidant protection to the skin.

BENEFITS:

Helps repair sun damage and may help to reduce age spots
Rehydrates, conditions, and firms the skin 
Encourages skin’s ability to repair and hydrate itself
Provides protection against environmental aggressors

KEY INGREDIENTS:

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate: A stable, lipid-soluble ester form of ascorbic acid, a freeradical scavenger that fights signs of aging while enhancing collagen production for firmer skin. Helps reduce hyperpigmentation and age spots.

Tocopheryl Acetate: A stabilized ester of vitamin E considered the most important antioxidant and free-radical scavenger. Moisturizes the skin and improves smoothness.

Tocopheryl Linoleate: A vitamin E/fatty acid derivative that helps keep the skin moist and supple by enhancing the skin’s natural barrier to prevent moisture loss.

Sodium Hyaluronate: A derivative of hyaluronic acid that can hold up to 40 times its weight in water. Highly moisturizing and water absorbing to improve skin resiliency and firmness.

Algae Extract: An extract derived from a wide variety of plants grown in seawater and fresh water. Helps normalize the skin’s moisture content and provides skin-softening, remineralizing vitamins and antioxidants to the skin.

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5): A deep-penetrating agent that binds moisture to surface skin layers. Soothing and anti-inflammatory, it helps stimulate cellular proliferation and promote normal skin keratinization.

Squalane: A naturally occurring human-skin sebum that increases skin respiration while preventing water loss. A high-grade emollient derived from olive oil with excellent mechanical moisturizing properties.

Aspergillus/Aspidosperma Quebracho Ferment: An enriched Amazonian tree extract and detoxifying agent with anti-radical properties that helps protect cellular DNA from radiation, pollution, and other stress factors. Helps protect and regenerate aging skin.

HOW TO USE IT
Apply cream to the face and neck morning and night after cleansing.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Water, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Polymethylmetacrylate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Alcohol, Lecithin, Aspergillus/Aspidosperma Quebracho Ferment, Acrylates/C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Algae Extract, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Polysisicone-11, Panthenol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Squalane, Decyl Sunflowerate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Tocopheryl Linoleate, Tocotrienol, Retinyl Palmitate, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Allenton, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Panicum Miliaceum, (Millet) Seed Extract, Cholecalciferol, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Fragrance, Pyridoxine Dipalmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Carotene, BHT.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
Was looking for something amazing that made a noticeable difference with my skin. It was a good moisturizer, but I noticed no improvements or changes at all with my skin. I have sensitive, dry, problematic skin.

Put vitamins to work for great skin. SkinMedica Vitamin C + E Complex contains a concentrated formula of powerful Vitamin C to rejuvenate and restore your skin while Vitamin E corrects and prevents damage. It’s time released to transport the active ingredients to the skin gradually, creating a greater anti-aging effect.

WHO IT’S FOR
Ideal for all skin types who want to protect and heal the skin from environmental damage and improve its appearance for a more toned, younger appearance. L-Ascorbic Acid lightens, brightens, tones, and tightens. Vitamin E repairs skin damage. Bisabolol is a soothing anti-inflammatory.

HOW TO USE IT
Once daily apply 3 to 4 drops to fingertips and gently smooth onto face and neck with an upward stroke. Caution: a mild, temporary stinging is normal.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Cyclomethicone, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Polysilicone-11, Phytantriol, Ethoxydiglycol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Tocopherol.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
I am extremely impressed with this product. Firstly, the company clearly set out with optimal foruma and results in mind, the most effective vitamin C, and an airtight, lightproof container for maximum stability. Thank you! And it has Vitamin E which has proven to be the best addition to a vitamin C product to make it a more effective anti-oxident. And I love the silicone base they use, it’s very gentle and has not broken out my skin. It was EXPENSIVE! but i use a code when I buy it and it is a very good investment in my skin. Thanks skinmedica!

Rejuvenate your sun-damaged, aging skin with advanced technology. SkinMedica TNS Recovery Complex contains the key ingredient NouriCel-MD, an unparalleled physiologic combination of elements that are found naturally in the skin. It enhances skin texture, reduces the appearance of age spots and blotchiness, and improves skin elasticity.

WHO IT’S FOR
Ideal for those with mature skin who want improved skin texture and elasticity and a reduction of sun damage. Contains 93% NouriCel-MD, a combination of proteins, amino acids, and antioxidants naturally found in human skin to repair sun damage and diminish fine lines.

HOW TO USE IT
Apply a single pump to clean face, neck, and decolletage morning and evening.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Ethoxydiglycol, Isoceteth-20, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Fragrance.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
Okay ladies, I don’t know about the foreskin or why some women are actually hostile about this product. I will admit that it is pricey. I used up two bottles in 2 months. AMAZING RESULTS. I am 48 with sun damaged skin. This stuff does it all. Gives skin clarity and evens out tone. Lightens age spots, tightens skin & reduces pore size AND wrinkles. I decided to stop using it for a while because of the price. That was a mistake. My skin started to go back to the way it was and some of my dark spots reappeared. It does have a "funny" smell, but so what. I am going back to using it on a regular basis. Maybe I will only use it once a day to save $$$. The TNS Recovery is so great, that may be all I need. (with moisturizer-rec. Obagi C Day Lotion) OR cut some other products out. You may find you don’t need the other stuff. Since the cost is $149.95, it is a great deal to get the Vitamin C, Retinol Complex & TNS Recovery Complex for only $199.00 when sold as a set. Really, I don’t know how it works…BUT IT DOES!

Stop being distraught about skin damage, and do something about it. SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum is a unique, multi-faceted product designed to treat and maintain a healthy, youthful complexion. This product contains two chambers, one filled with proteins, antioxidants, and amino acids, and the other the APS Corrective Complex. It works over time to reduce the visible appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and decreased skin elasticity.

WHO IT’S FOR
Ideal for those with mature and hyperpigmented skin who want smooth, soft, ageless skin. Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media reduces visible signs of aging. Sodium Hyaluronate boosts moisture. Vitamin E protects skin from damaging free radicals.
 
HOW TO USE IT
After cleansing and toning both morning and night, massage gently over entire face.

FULL INGREDIENTS
Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Water (Aqua), Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Unsaponifiables, Alpha-arbutin, Isoceteth-20, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethoxydiglycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Ergothioneine, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Hydrolyzed Silk, Phospholipids, Ubiquinone, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Aminobutyric Acid, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Squalene, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Butylene Glycol, Maltodextrin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Fragrance.

CUSTOMER REVIEW
I cant even believe what a difference this has made in my skin with the texture, tone, softness etc… I can FEEL the elasticity is back! Bouncy Cheeks!!!! I had Skin Caner removed in 1995 and had the scar very visible ever since. I have been using this product now for 6 weeks and you can’t even see the scar! It actually rejuvenated new cell growth. The scar is GONE! If I didn’t see it with my own eyes I wouldn’t believe it. I’m glad someone has finally made something that works! My 60th Birthday is this week and everyone thinks I’m 20 years younger than I am