Anti-aging Korean cosmetics. What ingredients help fight the signs of aging?

Many people want to include the most effective anti-aging ingredients in their daily routine, but most don't know where to start. In our article, we want to help the topic of the best anti-aging ingredients to prevent and treat aging and wrinkles. Read the details!

Why is retinol not used in Korean cosmetics?

While there is no such thing as a miraculous anti-aging ingredient, it is possible that retinol (and its various derivatives) is one of the most potent anti-aging ingredients. Few people know, but retinol is found in several Korean cosmetics.

The main reason is that Korean women believe in holistic skin care (nutrition, lifestyle are also important), and Korean brands traditionally prefer ingredients that make the skin soft over harsh ingredients like retinol. When using retinol, especially in the initial period when the skin gets used to the ingredient, you can experience unpleasant irritation (redness, increased skin sensitivity, skin flaking).

This, in turn, does not mean that K-beauty products are ineffective in treating wrinkles and fine lines. In addition, in addition to retinol, there are countless powerful anti-aging ingredients that have been successfully used in Korean cosmetics. Below we have compiled the 5 most popular anti-aging ingredients from the world of Korean cosmetics and offer products to complement each ingredient.

What are the most popular anti-aging ingredients in Korean cosmetics?

Niacinamide

One of the most popular anti-aging ingredients in Korean cosmetics is niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3. Its many beneficial effects are known, but niacinamide is a popular ingredient, mainly for improving the skin's natural protective layer, which is responsible for maintaining the skin's moisture content. It enhances the radiance of the skin and evens its tone, and like retinol, it increases the production of collagen in the skin.

You can find niacinamide in many of our products, such as:

SOME BY MI Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum,

Barr Super Balance Brightening Ampoule.

Peptides

Peptides are another powerful ingredient in Korean cosmetics that support skin's anti-aging properties. Peptides are molecules between 2 and 50 amino acids in length, and molecules with more than 50 amino acids are called proteins. Essentially, peptides are part of protein chains such as collagen, keratin, and elastin. When applied to the skin, it penetrates the upper layers, repairing damage and signaling the skin to produce collagen and elastin.

There are several types of peptides and they can act in different ways. There are peptides that stimulate collagen production, others lighten age spots, and still others also relax physical muscles, such as Botox.

We recommend products with peptides:

Cosrx Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream,

Serum with white truffle and peptides d'Alba White Truffle Intensive Ampoule,

Anti-aging serum with peptides Accoje Anti-Aging Intensive Ampoule.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a very popular ingredient in Korean cosmetics. Vitamin C is used in many cosmetics, but it is most effective in serums where it is present in high concentrations of at least 1%.

In addition to lightening blemishes (age spots, acne scars) and enhancing radiance, it fights free radicals (as a powerful antioxidant) and helps regenerate UV-damaged cells. In addition to its antioxidant effect, it has been shown to increase collagen production in the skin in the long term.

It would be nice to use vitamin C and sunscreen together as they reinforce each other.

Try Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Toner,

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin 30 Days Brightening Starter Kit.

AHA - Alpha Hydroxy Acid

Our skin gets rid of about 10 g of dead epithelial cells per day, but over time and due to sun damage to the skin, the exfoliation process slows down. As a result, the skin becomes dry and pale; the pores are clogged and enlarged; the skin loses its elasticity, wrinkles form, and the skin tone becomes uneven. AHA is an excellent choice for reducing the visible signs of skin aging.

AHAs or alpha hydroxy acids are one of the most popular types of chemical exfoliating acids. The most common AHAs are glycolic acid, lactic acid, and mandelic acid. AHAs promote natural skin renewal, increase moisture retention and lighten age spots.

We recommend: toner for low pH and AHA acids Heimish All Clean low pH Balancing Vegan Toner.

Snail filtrate

Snail secretions are an incredibly rich source of various peptides such as copper peptide, which has a stimulating effect on collagen production. But it also contains moisturizing hyaluronic acid and glycolic acid.

Snail Filtrate Cosmetics:

iUNIK Black Snail Restore Cream with black snail filtrate,

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream with snail filtrate.

Which ingredient has been proven to prevent aging in your case? Write in the comments for others to try!