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ANTI – AGING ARSENAL

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Fresh! A statement people love hearing from others as the onset of aging progresses. The promise of youth and the vitality it brings is something that we take for granted in our twenties. Smoking, bad eating habits, lack of exercise, dehydration and excessive sun exposure can take its toll not only on the body but also on the skin. As men and women hit their thirties, fine lines begin to appear around the face, and the skin loses some of its firmness and begins to sag. 

Unfortunately, there is no miracle drug that can stop time and reverse aging completely. However, there are steps you can do and products you can use to help alleviate the signs of aging and slow down this process. Start by getting more exercise and drinking lots of fluids to keep your body strong and hydrated. Start incorporating more fruits and vegetables in your diet to bump up your consumption of antioxidants. Quit smoking. Apply sunblock religiously. And finally, upgrade your skincare regimen with anti-aging products that target specific problems to keep your skin looking its best from your thirties and beyond.

1. POND’S Age Miracle Cell ReGEN Facial Foam, Watsons

Use this facial foam day and night to remove dead skin cells, reduce dullness and enhance skin’s radiance. Formulated with Intelligent Pro-Cell Complex, this exfoliating cleanser stimulates your skin from within, giving it three times more renewal power. Your face feels fresh and supple, never dry after cleansing.

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2. ESTEE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II, Rustan’s

I used to steal my mom’s samples of this product in my teens and apply it around my eye area to prevent wrinkles. First launched in 1982, this “little brown bottle” remains one of the best-selling anti-aging “repair” serums in history. This new formula with over 25 patents pending dramatically reduces the look of every visible sign of aging. Lines are less pronounced and skin is strengthened to help prevent further damage.

3. CLINIQUE Smart 

Custom-Repair Serum, SM Aura

This new serum from Clinique delivers targeted repair that visibly addresses the skin’s changing needs. The formula uses precision repair technology to repair the damage you see and even the damage you don’t. It repairs as needed, where needed. After a 12-week study, results showed visible improvement in treating uneven skin tone, dark spots, dullness, lines and wrinkles. Suitable for all skin types and ages.

4. ORIGINS Plantscription Youth-Renewing Face Oil, 

SM Makati

The use of facial oils is one of the oldest methods of skincare, dating back as far as 3500 BC. Today’s face oils are unlike their predecessors. They can promote balance, calmness, hydration and even combat acne. This innovative non-acnegenic formula from Origins specifically targets “good” facial oils to create youthful, radiant skin. This face oil helps replenish lost epidermal lipids to rebuild skin’s natural moisture barrier. Skin is cushioned, supple and strong.  

5. LANCOME Absolue Nuit Precious Cells, Greenbelt 5

This night cream from Lancome has a fresh fragrance and never feels heavy. The formula has Pro-Xylane, a sugar protein that helps the skin absorb more water, increasing the firmness of the cells and hence the skin. In four weeks, skin feels strengthened and seems denser. Wrinkles and signs of fatigue are visibly minimized, and the skin looks rested and refreshed.

6. LA MER The Eye Balm Intense, Rustan’s

A friend introduced me to this eye balm a couple of years ago and I was immediately hooked. Apply with the specially engineered, silver-tipped applicator to cool the skin around the eyes and improve circulation. This formula de-puffs the under eye area almost instantly while lines and wrinkles visibly diminish over time. The eye area appears firmer and more lifted. Apply morning and night for optimal results.

7. STIEVA-A Tretinoin Cream .025%, Mercury Drug

Retinoids have always been my skin’s best friend. In college, they cleared up my acne and prevented new pimples from coming back. Now in my thirties, I have found that the skin-renewing properties are the perfect supplement to my daily skincare regimen. Proven to help increase the production of collagen in the skin to restore firmness and prevent wrinkles. It can be quite harsh on the skin and can lead to photosensitivity so begin by applying a very thin layer once or twice a week at night; wear an SPF during the day and moisturize with anti-aging products religiously in between applications.  

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