5 Skincare Ingredients that Dermatologists Love

Via The Klog

With the millions of skincare products out there, it's almost impossible to tell which ones will actually work without trying them. Luckily, there are some ingredients that have already been tested by dermatologists and proven to be effective. Here are 5 ingredients to look for in your skincare products that dermatologists swear by. Get ready for shopping to become a whole lot easier!

SQUALANE

The secret behind baby-soft skin, squalane is a hydrogenated and more stable version of squalene, a naturally occurring lipid produced by human skin cells. On the skin’s surface it acts as a barrier, both protecting the skin from moisture loss and acting as a shield from environmental toxins. Because it mimics our body’s own natural moisturizers, it can rapidly penetrate the skin and is absorbed quickly and completely without any lingering residue.

Unfortunately, the body’s squalane levels decline as we age, and by the time we reach our 20's it's almost completely depleted. Applying squalane topically will lubricate your skin’s surface and can help you achieve a softer texture and smoother appearance without greasiness. Besides being a super effective moisturizer on its own, squalane products also work to boost the effectiveness of any other ingredients in your skin care regimen by helping them to penetrate deeper into the skin, creating better results.

Skincare Products with Squalane: DAYCELL Jeju Dol Hareubang Volcanic Pore Clay Pack, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Anti-wrinkle Eye Cream

NIACINAMIDE

Niacinamide is a multi-tasking form of vitamin B3 that is considered an anti-aging holy grail. It pretty much does it all - it soothes, moisturizes, treats hyperpigmentation, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves collagen production, and helps to treat blemishes and acne scars. It also improves the skin’s barrier function, which helps the skin retain hydration while protecting the body against irritating and harmful substances. You'll definitely want to be adding this multitasker to your skincare routine ASAP.

Skincare Products with Niacinamide: DAYCELL Peptide Nutrition Sleeping Pack, DAYCELL Re, DNA Dual Effect Eyezone Pack, MEDIHEAL WHP White Hydrating Black Mask EX, MEDIHEAL Airpacking Mint Wrap, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Pure Balance Serum Mist

HYALURONIC ACID
Like squalene, hyaluronic acid is also a naturally occurring substance found in the human body that diminishes with age. Dermatologists love this ingredient because of its moisturizing and hydro-plumping abilities - it's molecule can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water! It also acts as an exceptional water magnet, with the ability to pull moisture from the air down into the skin. As if it wasn’t enough, hyaluronic acid also works to revert damages caused from harmful rays.

Skincare Products with Hyaluronic Acid: SYMPHONY BEAUTY Hydrating Essence Toner, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Collagen Anti-aging Serum

GREEN TEA
Green tea leaves are rich in antioxidants, which makes this ingredient a great call to preserve the collagen and elastin in your skin, prevent fine lines and wrinkles, and protect your complexion from sun damage. But a lot of green tea success comes from its acne-fighting properties: This anti-inflammatory reduces excessive oil production while calming and soothing even the most sensitive skin.

Skincare Products with Green Tea: SYMPHONY BEAUTY Pure Balance Serum Mist, DAYCELL Jeju Dol Hareubang Clay Mask, DAYCELL Jeju Dol Hareubang 3 Step Nose Pack

VITAMIN C
This may be the number one top anti-aging ingredient of all time! Vitamin C boosts collagen production (while protecting the collagen you already have, by the way), treats and fades away hyperpigmentation, and even prevents DNA damage from UV rays when applied before sunscreen.

Dermatologists also like to reinforce the fact that you can combine vitamin C with many other amazing skin care ingredients (including retinol). Just be aware if you use AHAs, since they change vitamin C’s pH, destabilizing it and making it inactive. One extra tip: Make sure you keep your magic bottle away from sunlight to preserve the product.

Skincare Products with Vitamin C: SYMPHONY BEAUTY It's All About Vitamin C Facial Mask, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Makeup Cleansing Wipes Rejuvenate - Citrus & Collagen, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Facial Cleansing Foam Citrus & Honey, SYMPHONY BEAUTY Ultra-Brightening Serum