The Skincare Ingredients You Need To Know About

Because I'm kind of obsessed with skincare and always want to try something that will help me improve the look of my skin, I've learned a couple of things about the ingredients they use and how they can make your skin feel and look better.

Niacinamide

Great for: Evening out skin tone and minimising the look of pores by increasing collagen levels.

Find it in: Olay Total Effects Feather Weight Moisturiser, £15

Retinol

Great for: Reducing the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation by speeding up cell turnover. Can increase sun sensitivity so wearing SPF the following morning is a must.

Find it in: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Skin Therapy Oil for Face, £10

Hyaluronic Acid

Great for: Helps maintain skin's elasticity and strength by retaining water, in turn making skin look soft and hydrated.

Find it in: Nip+Fab Dragon's Blood Fix Hyaluronic Shot, £25

Glycolic Acid

Great for: Refining the look of skin by getting rid of dead skin cells as it encourages cell renewal. As with retinol, follow up with sun protection.

Find it in: Sanctuary 5 Minute Peel Off-Mask, £10

Salicylic Acid

Great for: Prevents spots and blemishes as it stops pores from getting blocked by gently exfoliating the skin.

Find it in: Garnier Pure Active Mate Control Moisturiser, £7

Have you tried any of these skincare ingredients?

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