When I look at a picture of myself 10 or 15 years ago, the first thing I say is, "Damn, I lost that collagen!" I feel like I'm kidding, but I'm not; As we age, our bodies naturally produce less collagen, which can affect our skin, causing wrinkles, fine lines, loss of firmness, and all that fun stuff. Don't get me wrong, getting older is great (and a privilege!), but that doesn't mean I'm going to stop taking care of my skin. Like many, I want to stay in shape as I get older. SkinCeuticals AGE Interrupter Advanced ($185) is the latest tool I use to do just that.
How AGE Switch Advanced works
AGE Moisturizer is named after the biological process of skin aging and it's getting a little scientific, so bear with me. They are the result of a chemical reaction called glycation, or AGEs, that occurs when sugar molecules bind to the collagen and elastin proteins in our skin. This damages the proteins and prevents them from working properly, leading to visible signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles and crow's feet.
SkinCeuticals AGE Interrupter Advanced specifically targets the effects of glycation. The formula contains 18% ProxylaneTM, a sugar-protein hybrid that helps smooth wrinkles and loosen skin, as well as a blend of antioxidant wild fruit flavonoids that fight glycation and free radicals. Other key ingredients include: 0.1% Glycyrrhetinic Acid, which helps boost skin radiance, 3% Hepes, which promotes cell renewal, and our favorite ingredient, Niacinamide, which is there to support the skin's moisture barrier. the skin.
Customers have been leaving good reviews for AGE Switch, with one person writing: "I've only had this product for 2 weeks but I can tell I'm getting the benefits. It has a smooth, non-greasy finish that goes really well with Vitamin my C and retinol. I don't wear makeup wearing it, so my face has a natural glow." My esthetician told me my skin looked very healthy."
Another said: “CALL. I don't usually leave reviews, but the results I've seen are amazing! After a few weeks my skin looks firmer and smoother. I was very surprised! Works wonders for my dry skin! IN LOVE."
A common complaint is that the consistency is too thick; however, it is important to use only a pea-sized amount; otherwise the texture will be sticky.
my honest thoughts
This is the first time I have used a product that specifically targets glycation. I like the texture, which is somewhere between a balm and a cream. It's non-greasy and absorbs quickly, but doesn't feel worn like other creams. I used it for a month and saw a noticeable improvement in my skin. It's firmer, brighter, and the cream helps keep wrinkles at bay while I'm in between Botox.
© Well+Good Photo: Courtesy of Marie LodiHowever, it is more expensive at $185, so I would recommend this particular cream to anyone with skin problems, over 40. It's an investment, but worth it, and you get a generous amount in the jar that will last you a long time. Overall, I'm impressed with SkinCeuticals AGE Interrupter Advanced and it stands out from many face creams when it comes to anti-aging skin care (this is from a beauty writer who has been testing products for over a decade).