From the powerhouse ingredients to look out for to the top-performing products to get the best skincare results, what are the best anti-ageing products to add to your beauty routine?
While you can’t stop the process of ageing, there are many ways you can minimise the appearance of fine lines whilst boosting hydration, improving skin texture and enhancing the suppleness of your skin.
When it comes to discovering the best anti-ageing products, how do you determine what anti-ageing products should have a dedicated place in your beauty regime?
What do anti-ageing products do?
Anti-ageing products can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, tighten skin, and improve the overall skin tone. Anti-ageing creams, serums and lotions won’t necessarily wave a magic wand and make you look decades younger overnight, but they can work hard for you to help reduce the signs of ageing over time.
How do you select the best anti-ageing products?
It can be pretty overwhelming when it comes to navigating the maze of anti-ageing products, so when choosing anti-ageing products, how do you determine which skincare products are best for you? When looking at the different products you might want to add to your routine, you can consider products with ingredients in it like vitamin C, retinol and hyaluronic acid amongst others.
Ceramides, peptides and niacinamide are all also worthy ingredients to include in any anti-ageing products too.
What are the best anti-ageing products to try?
Sapphire Dust Time Control Cream
This sumptuous and silky cream revitalises the skin, helping to leave it visibly radiant, firm and supple. Its innovative, patent pending Saphir-5-8 complex® delivers a unique combination of peptides and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid that helps to deeply hydrate and nourish the skin, whilst helping to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and fatigue.
£200
Charlotte Tilbury Crystal Elixr
Charlotte Tilbury is one of our go-to brands when it comes to anti-ageing products and skincare as a whole. Supercharge your skin with Charlotte Tilbury’s stunning face serum. With the word crystal in its name, you know that this face serum will deliver on so many levels and thanks to unique qualities like REPLEXIUM™️.
As anti-ageing products go, this serum helps skin appear firmer by 49% in just 8 weeks! If you are looking for an instant boost of hydration or to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and pores, then the Crystal Elixir is most definitely for you! It also smells absolutely divine thanks to its Turkish delight spa-inspired blend of lemon and rose!
£65
https://www.charlottetilbury.com
BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil
This innovative formula has been created specially for first time retinol users which is always a great addition to any anti-ageing products collection. Ultra-soothing, lightweight, and fast-absorbing, this soothing oil works to nourish the skin barrier while visibly improving skin’s tone and texture.
Clinically proven, this gentle yet effective oil-based retinol treatment also softens the appearance of fine lines, blemishes and pores. Its innovative oil-based formula has a 40% squalane base which helps achieve all the benefits of a retinol treatment– without the irritation making it an ideal choice for sensitive skin and first time retinol users.
The ultra-soothing, lightweight oil absorbs quickly into skin, working to protect the skin barrier whilst visibly improving skin’s tone and texture and is vegan and cruelty free.
£17.99
Odylique Superfruit Concentrate
Why not add a facial oil to your anti-ageing products collection? This organic face oil is a blend of super-strength 100% organic rosehip oil, sea buckthorn and pomegranate, giving an exceptional synergy of 5 omega fatty acids, plus antioxidant vitamins and nature’s miracle phytosterols, to target dry skin and all aspects of skin ageing.
Use this super serum daily or as needed to boost moisture, cell renewal and collagen synthesis for smooth, instantly radiant skin. Gently massage 2 or 3 drops into the face and neck over your daily moisturiser to ‘lock in’ moisture and aid better absorption of both products.
It can be used as a night-time treat or occasional boosting treatment for instant radiance. Superfruit is also excellent for very dry or mature skin to create an even, moisturised base for make-up.
£33
Monpure Follicle Boost Hair Density Serum
Of course, anti-ageing products shouldn’t be limited to just skincare, our hair can be given an anti-ageing boost too!
Enter stage left, Monpure have created the world’s first dedicated scalp and hair health brand. It has been designed to alleviate scalp irritation, prevent hair thinning and promote stronger, healthier hair. They believe in maximising the potential, quality and health of the hair follicles we’re born with, because they understand that a healthy scalp is the cornerstone of strong, healthy hair.
£83
Skinstitut Skin-firming Peptide Serum
Serums are absolutely essential when it comes to selecting the best anti-ageing products for you.
This bouncy, light-wearing serum plumps up your skin and coaxes skin into self-improvement mode, boosting your collagen and elastin reserves into action and plumping and softening the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skinstitut’s Expert Skin-Firming Peptide Serum is a clinically proven serum for skin in need of transformation. Boasting an easily absorbed texture that quickly makes its way to where it’s needed most, tackling the signs of premature ageing.
£69
BYROE New York Tomato Firming Serum
Who knew a humble salad item could be integral to your anti-ageing products? This supercharged serum is packed with natural tomato extract and potent antioxidants which work together at a cellular level to rejuvenate your skin.
Boosted with a powerhouse blend of age-defying ingredients, including Green Tomato SE and patented Upcycled IBR-TCLC® to improve the look of dark spots and loss of elasticity, while Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 instantly plumps the look of lines.
£155
https://www.counterculturestore.co.uk
Moncho Moreno Bond J’aime Bond
Spanish luxury hair experts Moncho Moreno have recently brought their hair expertise to the UK market. Their hair care line has been designed specifically to repair and strengthen even the most damaged and weakened hair. They developed a protein complex, M28, which acts within the hair fibre itself to reverse damage and prevent breakage.
The brilliantly-named Bond J’aime Bond was given its name because of its hero-like results and is one of the only anti-ageing products out there for your locks. This concentrated leave-in conditioner is fitted with a simple spray applicator so you can quickly impart strength and nourishment to your locks on the go. Packed with essential amino acids, it works by sealing the structure of each strand for a silky finish that also protects against heat.
£35
BIOEFFECT EGF Power Eye Cream
Don’t forget to protect your eyes from the signs of ageing, so when selecting your anti-ageing products, why not add a dedicated eye cream into the mix?
Developed over 10 years by three Icelandic scientists, BIOEFFECT’s innovative skin care fuses bioengineering with pioneering product development. Through breakthrough research, the brand created a plant-based replica of our skin’s naturally occurring EGF (epidermal growth factor), which they infuse into every formula to help boost hydration, fight fine lines and improve skin texture.
Their EGF Power Eye Cream (50ml), feels lovely and light for the delicate eye area and helps target the look of dark circles, puffiness and dehydration too.
£115
The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Moisturiser
Powered by Bio-Active Ceramides for up to 4 times reduction of visible fine line and wrinkles, this rich, velvety, anti-ageing moisturiser defends against visible signs of skin ageing.
Delivering multi-level support, the next-generation formula helps strengthen the skin barrier, whilst providing 24 hour hydration as well as accelerating visible skin renewal. The addition of Gransil blur helps to instantly blur the appearance of fine lines creating a soft-focused effect on the skin, while shea butter deeply nourishes and reduces water loss to help protect the skin’s moisture barrier.
£18.99
Grown Alchemist Skin Renewal Facial Oil
Developed to fight the many visible signs of ageing, this hydrating facial oil features rosehip, an anti-ageing powerhouse ingredient rich in exceptionally large amounts of Omegas 3, 6 and 9 for deep moisturisation. For maximum hydration without an oily residue, it is paired with over five different fast-absorbing, lightweight oils.
Silky smooth, it includes borage seed oil, camellia seed oil as well as sweet almond, macadamia oil, all of which leaves skin extremely plump, soft and supple.
The inclusion of rosehip and a potent plant-based blend of natural oils including rice bran, cranberry seed and sea buckthorn berry impart high concentrations of Vitamin C and E to even skin tone, brighten and help fade discolorations and age spots.
This anti-ageing face oil includes many bioactive botanicals known for their regenerative properties and powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals, wrinkles and help keep skin looking smooth, firm and youthful.
£45
Face theory Retinal Supreme MultiCream
This next-gen retinal comes in three different strengths, so this is definitely something to consider when adding a retinal anti-ageing products to your skincare routine. For retinal beginners, we would recommend starting at a lower doser such as Facetheory’s 0.05% vitamin.
It’s both a serum-and-moisturiser in one, which means you get double the anti-ageing products in one. This hybrid aims to firm, brighten, clear and plump your skin overnight. A powerhouse of sustained-release retinal, Granactive Retinoid®, marine bio-retinol, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C deliver total skincare efficacy in one bottle.
From £39 (depending on retinal strength)
Pai Bonne Nuit night cream
We all know that a night cream is absolutely essential when it comes to choosing your anti-ageing products. Pai’s Bonne Nuit night cream Bonne Nuit is the brand’s first ever certified organic night cream.
Use to combat the signs of fatigue and revitalise mature skin – no matter how sensitive. It’s been clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines in four weeks. fatigue-fighting dream cream thanks to its melatonin-mimicking actives and collagen-boosting peptides revitalise even the most sensitive skin – for a less stressed, more restored you.
Bonne Nuit,
£64
BYROE New York Pumpkin Pro-Retinol Cream
We discussed adding food related ingredients to your skincare routine, and BYROE New York is renowned for utilsing superfoods like tomato, kale and more in their anti-ageing products range.
Pumpkin is also a key ingredient and this pro-retinol cream has a clinically proven formula is powered by anti-ageing superfoods, including upcycled pumpkin, a blend of calendula-derived retinol and bakuchiol—both of which are vegan, plant-derived ingredients.
This retinol cream helps to replenish essential moisture, support the skin’s natural collagen, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles for transformative results in just four weeks.
£110
https://www.counterculturestore.co.uk
Erborian Ginseng Super Serum
Ginseng is always high on many brands’ anti-ageing products list. This super serum helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles thanks to its smoothing and skin-tightening effects.
The combination of ginseng complex and peptides helps make the skin smoother and more elastic. This serum texture feels luxurious and soft on the skin. The formula also contains a prebiotic, which helps to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, keeping the skin soothed and hydrated.
£61.50
Lush Shangri-La Cream
Lush are always our go-to brands for their incredible bath range, but they also pack a punch when it comes to anti-ageing products too. Case in point, the Shanri La face cream is absolutely divine! This rich, silky, vegan moisturiser that gives a velvety texture and protects it from the outside world, whilst feeling utterly strokable!
£45
REXALINE X-TREME Booster
Science always leads skincare and Rexaline has their finger on the pulse when it comes to anti-ageing products. A high-performance serum that effectively combats deep wrinkles, instantly lifting and hydrating the skin to leave it more radiant. Revolutionary technology inspired by a discovery in the medical world, targeting cells responsible for ageing.
You’ll love its melting and pearly emulsified gel texture as well as the subtle, fleeting scent that doesn’t affect your skin’s pH. Simply apply morning and evening to a freshly cleansed face and neck using light massage techniques to facilitate the penetration of the serum.
£85.50
EviDens de Beauté Special Mask
EviDens sumptuous facemask is one of the hottest products around right now. It’s one of the most talked about luxury anti-ageing products thanks to its luxurious feel and its fantastic results. Decadently , this mask lifts, tones, and plumps the skin, refining texture and brightening the complexion for a healthy, radiant look.
Enriched in Triple Collagen, QAI® and lifting and purifying agents, this clever mask livens up dull and tired skin. For those seeking a luxurious mask that provides immediate visible results, this is the ultimate solution.
£200
This Works My Wrinkles Extreme Moisturiser
Brighten up and forget your wrinkles with this sumptuous moisturiser from This Works. One of the ‘do everything’ anti-ageing products, this plumping moisturiser has an abundance of anti-ageing ingredients in such as slow-releasing Vitamin C, plant-based Bakuchiol, and plumping Hyaluronic Acid, all of which go a long way to achieving softer, smoother, good-looking skin.
£52
Wildsmith Active Repair Platinum Booster
A concentrated collagen boosting formula with Bioactive Encapsulated Oxygen, Hyaluronic Acid and Moss Culture to plump fine lines and improve the moisture barrier. A revolutionary platinum super-charged peptide delivery system enhances the performance and delivers clinically-proven results. Your skin will feel firmer and lines and wrinkles appear visibly reduced.
£185
Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Advanced Cream
Shiseido’s clever cream has been formulated to target signs of ageing for a visibly lifted, firmed and brightened look in just one week. It delivers a rapid and powerful response to the key signs of ageing – sagging, loss of firmness, dark spots and dullness.
inspired by the belief that ‘Potential has no age’, created to help women over 45 embrace their age as well as their true potential, Vital Perfection harnesses SHISEIDO’s 150 years of scientific expertise to lift, firm and brighten the skin.
£107
Omnilux Contour Face
The Omnilux Contour Face harnesses the power of red and near-infrared LED light therapy to rejuvenate the skin. Clinically proven to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and improve skin texture, this FDA-cleared device offers salon-quality treatments in the comfort of your home. It features a sleek design with easy-to-use controls, making it suitable for all skin types.
£350.90
