A complete guide to anti-ageing skincare, according to dermatologists
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From the powerhouse ingredients to look out for to the top-performing products to use, the experts weigh in. As we get older, our skin changes, often this means we need to make a few tweaks to our skincare routine to get the best from our products. If you’re unsure where to start, we’ve curated a guide to explore the hard-working ingredients, top-performing products and expert tips on tackling skin concerns, such as loss of elasticity, increased dryness, fine lines and wrinkles.
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Naturally, with our skin so delicate (and worth protecting) we wanted to hit the nail on the head when it comes to the products you use on it – so we enlisted the help of three dermatologists. With years of expertise under their belts, they shared their advice and guidance on what’s worth your time, money and a slot in your beauty regime.
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According to Dr Laftah, as we get older our skin loses collagen and fatty pads start to shrink, which she says causes “skin laxity, translucency, sagging and volume loss”. That’s not all, environmental stressors, such as UV radiation and pollution, also play a part in contributing to fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation.
![[Some of the products from Skinceuticals that Dr Rollett recommends to her clients at the Yorkshire Aesthetics Clinic]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/14/15/a-dermatologists-guide-to-anti-ageing-skincare-indybest-%281%29.jpg)
If you want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, there is a portfolio of dermatologist-approved ingredients that can treat exactly that and can be found in over-the-counter products. At the top of Dr Laftah’s list is retinoids. “They have the most scientific evidence for stimulating collagen and elastin, which are key proteins in plumping the dermis, thus softening fine lines and wrinkles. They also help fade pigmentation caused by sun damage and can even out skin tones.”.
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