Finding the right skincare ingredients to keep our skin and body feeling 100% is practically the history of human beauty. Keeping our youth against the elements meant we needed to look closer at what is in our daily skin products. The explosion of scientific studies to find the right components for skincare has given us a list of skincare ingredients that are guaranteed to work.
Sunscreen SPF 15
You heard me. The main product for your beach trip should be a part of your daily routine. Particularly, sunscreen or makeup with SPF 15 is the bare minimum broad-spectrum level. Research has shown that cases of skin cancer, like melanoma and carcinoma, were reduced by about half! In 2013, another study they conducted showed that the daily use of SPF 15 helps slow skin aging.
Niacinamide
Make way for a super-ingredient, y’all! An OP ingredient, niacinamide, aka vitamin B3, is a default for many skincare formulators. It has the strength to shrink pores, anti-inflammation, skin-oil control, diminish hyperpigmentation, and toughen the skin barrier. Just 5% of this stuff can make a great impact on your skin’s well-being. From acne to eczema to psoriasis, this skincare ingredient will fight for your skin.
Jojoba Oil
A catchy name that rolls off the tongue, but isn’t a song. Sourced from Jojoba plant seeds, this wax-like ingredient possesses antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal abilities, and is compatible with the oils our skins produce. Adding this component to any of your skincare products extends the shelf life, saving your skin and some money in the long run.
Rose Hip Oil
Roses are the motifs of beauty, and their cousin, rose hips, gives more to that meaning. This natural oil is extracted from rose hips and helps with dry skin and boosting collagen. It contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant abilities that protect the skin barrier with a compound called alpha-linolenic acid. Even though many say it lightens scars, not many studies have been done to confirm or deny this claim.
Rosemary Oil
A lovely-smelling and historical ingredient that represents the dawn of skincare, rosemary oil is trained in the art of antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It has been the leading skincare ingredient used to fight free-radical skin and hair damage, irritation, and is gentle on sensitive skin.
Hyaluronic Acid
This humectant (water clinger) has been trending in skincare popularity and scientific backing. We naturally make hyaluronic acid to keep our skin firm, flexible, and hydrated; however, it declines with age. Adding this component to your daily skincare routine can rehydrate your skin, reduce the signs of aging, and restore the skin’s elasticity.
Final Considerations and Tips
- Retinoids
- Hydroxy Acids
- Squalane (not Squalene)
- Green Tea Extracts
- Bakuchiols
- Vitamin C
- Ceramides
Final Thoughts
The list above is are runner-up skincare ingredients you can test out with your routine. Remember to start small when experimenting so you don’t do more harm than good. Mixing and matching compounds creates reactions that may or may not be good for your skin, so be careful with what you combine. Found out more about the skincare ingredient you want to add or combine with your products. Have fun and be safe, you DIY formulators.
