quinta-feira, 13 de agosto de 2015

Understanding Labels: What’s on Your Skin Care Ingredients?

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We’ve probably crossed paths with this mouthful, hard to decipher ingredients once or twice during regular grocery or shopping visits but do we know what is the meaning behind every somewhat nebulous term presented on the contents section of our trusted products? The majority of the population would quickly say no, in a heartbeat.

Many of us rely to the brief description the product has to promise. While short narrative might be true, wouldn’t it be better to understand why a certain tube or bottle came to vow such effect? And there is no other way to better know what’s inside by perusing through the ingredients’ section. You know that small portion of text usually found at the back part of each commodities? That.

Let us decode some of the most common ingredients shown in the components field of skin care products available in the market. This will somewhat help you go through the substance found on skin products that will help you determine whether it’s what your skin really needs or not.

Retinol is a form of Vitamin A. This is especially seen on products that promise defying of ages because it improves the firmness of the skin fights fine lines and treats acne.

Alpha Hydroxy Acid or AHA is another staple ingredient in most skin care products. This is an organic acid that brings exfoliating effects. As we all know, scraping the outer layer brings out the younger, brighter and smoother skin. Just make sure to use sunscreen and avoid excessive sun exposure when under the use of AHA because doing so might cause skin damage.

Glycerin has nourishing effects and strengthens the skin’s protective barriers. Those who suffer from dryness can specifically look for it on the ingredient’s portion to make sure that the product has a moisturizing effect.

Alpha Lipoic Acid also brings anti-aging effects. This is more of a preventive content because it combats future damages on the skin before it can actually occur. It’s a natural substance that serves as an anti-oxidant and collagen stimulant.

Hydroquinone brings brightening effects. Those who suffer from hyperpigmentation and deep scars can trust that this component will do the job of lightening the affected area. This is still a point of discussion amongst experts because not all can use it and expect a favorable result. It is best to consult first with a skin professional before opting to get the help of hydroquinone as part of one’s skin regimen.

Salicylic Acid is a trusted ingredient famous for treating acne and oily skin. This is because Salicylic acid acts as both anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant, which is what pimple-prone skin, definitely needs.

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