Wrinkle Creams Put to the Test

Do wrinkle creams really turn back the clock? It is a question that is so often asked. There are so many brands, they all cost a lot of money, but will you see results if you use them? We look at whether or not wrinkle creams are an effective way to get rid of the appearance of aging.

Firstly, let's look at how wrinkle creams actually work. The majority of wrinkle creams work by removing the layer of dead outer skin from the face and hydrating the skin. By no means will they actually "turn back time", but perhaps with ongoing use they remove the signs of ageing. Hydration of the skin will often have the effect of making wrinkles less visible which by all means is an effective treatment for wrinkles. However, it should be noted that once you stop using the product your skin will return to its normal condition.

What you should remember is that ongoing use is essential for any wrinkle cream, therefore, the costs of maintenance often become high. Most of the wrinkle creams on the market today recommend use for at least 30 days; but if use is not continued after this it is likely the effects will go away after a short amount of time.

If you are thinking about a wrinkle cream, perhaps you should firstly look at prevention of wrinkles by other methods, which in the long term are a lot cheaper than expensive wrinkle creams. Sun Exposure is the number one cause of aging skin; so if you have to go in the sun make sure you use a sunscreen that is at minimum SPF 15 and blocks UVA and UVB rays. If you are looking to get that summer tan without ageing, make sure you don't tan in the sun. There are a lot safer ways such as spray tans which look just as good and will end up costing you a lot less than buying wrinkle creams in later life.

What you should remember if you are considering buying a wrinkle cream is that none of them have been scientifically studied or published within medical journals. There has yet to be an independent study on the effects of different wrinkle creams and their effectiveness, so as it currently stands you are taking the manufacturers word for it.