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The best-studied anti-aging topical product for reducing wrinkles and fine lines is Retinol. In this blog, I list my favourite products based on the active ingredients they are combined with, including collagen peptides, bakuchiol, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides. For best results, these products should be combined with a good morning routine, including sunscreen and an oral collagen with hyaluronic acid supplement.
Following are my top ten Retinol containing products. Note that only one of them would be required at one time
1. Marcelle Retinol² + PHA Renewing Night Cream, Refining, Brightening & Plumping, Cruelty-Free, Hypoallergenic, Paraben-Free, Fragrance-Free, Non-Comedogenic, 50 mL-Canadian
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Bakuchiol, Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA)
Benefits: This night cream combines retinol with PHA, which gently exfoliates the skin, promoting cell renewal. It brightens, refines, and plumps the skin, making it look refreshed and youthful.
2. Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment Cream with Peptides, Vitamin C & Licorice Extract, Anti-Aging Treatment for Wrinkles & Loss of Firmness, Fragrance-Free & Paraben-Free, 30 mL
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Collagen Peptides, Vitamin C
Benefits: This serum is designed to smooth fine lines. Retinol promotes cell turnover, reducing the appearance of aging with peptides while Vitamin C brightens the skin and acts as an antioxidant.
3. RoC Retinol Correxion®️ Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid
4. Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 + Peptide Night Face Moisturizer with Vitamin B3, Niacinamide. Fragrance-Free, 50 mL + Micro-Sculpting Cream, Travel Size, 15 mL
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Peptides, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Benefits: This moisturizer combines retinol with peptides and niacinamide, making it effective for firming the skin, reducing wrinkles, and evening skin tone. The fragrance-free formula is gentle, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
5. L'Oréal Paris Day Cream, Reduces Look of Wrinkles & Firms Skin, with Pro-Retinol, Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid, Revitalift Triple Power LZR, 50ml
Main Active Ingredients: Pro-Retinol, Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid
Benefits: This cream offers a powerful combination of ingredients to fight wrinkles, firm the skin, and improve skin tone. Pro-Retinol stimulates collagen production, Vitamin C brightens the skin, and hyaluronic acid provides deep hydration.
6. CeraVe Resurfacing RETINOL Serum For Face with Niacinamide. Helps even skin tone, skin smoothness, post-acne marks & pore minimizer. Gentle, Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, sensitive skin, 30ML
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Niacinamide
Benefits: This serum helps resurface the skin by reducing post-acne marks and minimizing pores. Niacinamide complements retinol by soothing the skin and improving skin tone, making it a gentle yet effective option for sensitive skin.
7. Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Face Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, Daily Anti-Aging Face Cream with Retinol & Hyaluronic Acid to Fight Fine Lines, Wrinkles, & Dark Spots, 48mL
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid
Benefits: This fast-acting moisturizer is designed to visibly reduce wrinkles in just one week. Retinol helps renew the skin's surface, while hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and dark spots.
8. L’Oréal Paris Retinol Pressed Night Cream Moisturizer, Revitalift Triple Power LZR, With Retinol for Face + Niacinamide, Skincare, 47 ml
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Niacinamide
Benefits: This night cream combines retinol with niacinamide to target wrinkles, firm the skin, and even out skin tone. The pressed cream formula is non-greasy and quickly absorbs into the skin, making it perfect for nightly use.
9. Marcelle Retinol³ + Probiotic Night Serum, Refining & Renewing, Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Non-Comedogenic, Oil-Free, Fragrance-Free, Paraben-Free, Hypoallergenic, 30 mL
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Probiotics
Benefits: This night serum combines three forms of retinol with probiotics to refine and renew the skin. It supports the skin's natural barrier, making it stronger and more resilient while also improving texture and tone.
10. RoC Multi Correxion® Revive + Glow 10% Vitamin C Blend Face Moisturizer, Anti-Aging Gel Cream for Instant Glow, Hypo-Allegenic & Oil-Free Skin Care, 50ML
Main Active Ingredients: Retinol, Vitamin C
For best results combine one of these with the following :
Under Eye Cream
Anti Aging Serums
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Oral Supplements : Collagen & Hyaluronic Acid
Every morning I take a capsule of Hyaluronic Acid+Vitamin C with my smoothie and add a scoop of Collagen Powder to my black coffee
Collagen Powder:
Marine Collagen is more bioavailable than Bovine Collagen, and this product is even more bioavailable since it is derived from the scales of fish (which is better than products derived from skin). Collagen Powder contains amino acids including Glycine, Proline, and Hydroxyproline, which further stimulate the production of Hyaluronic Acid.
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Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C:
To Support Cartilage, Skin, and Synovial Fluid Within Joints
Vitamin C is an essential cofactor for production of collagen and this capsule contains hyaluronic acid with 150 mg Vitamin C. This is sourced from bacteria and is therefore Vegan. This works as a good partner with Collagen , particularly since clients with osteoporosis ( weak bones ) will also be developing arthritic conditions such as Osteoarthritis ( wearing down of cartlidge within joints ).
- Product: Nutridom Hyaluronic Acid 200mg with Vitamin C 150mg, All Natural, Non-GMO, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, and Soy-free-Canadian
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Eucerin Sun Age Defense Face Sunscreen SPF 50
Eucerin Sun Age Defense Face Sunscreen SPF 50 is specifically designed for sensitive and aging skin. It contains hyaluronic acid and five powerful antioxidants to hydrate the skin while providing broad-spectrum sun protection. This sunscreen helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, making it an excellent choice for daily use. Its non-greasy formula is quickly absorbed, leaving your skin feeling smooth and protected.
- Benefits: Broad-spectrum SPF 50, anti-aging ingredients, hydrating with hyaluronic acid, suitable for sensitive skin.
- Size: 75 mL pump
Vichy Capital Soleil UV+AGE DAILY SPF 60
This advanced anti-aging sunscreen provides broad-spectrum SPF 60 protection along with niacinamide and peptides to fight the signs of aging. It has a non-greasy, water-resistant formula and is hypoallergenic and fragrance-free, making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
- Benefits: High SPF protection, anti-aging ingredients, water-resistant, suitable for sensitive skin.
- Size: 40 mL
Minoxidil 5 % hair serum
Hair thinning and male pattern baldness become increasingly common in older men and post-menopausal women. The most evidence-based scalp lotion to reverse this is 5% Minoxidil. Be sure to wash hands carefully after use, as hair growth can occur in unintended parts of the skin if hands are not washed thoroughly. Note that 2.5 % serum is often marketed for women but the scientific evidence favours that both genders should use the 5 % serum.
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Rosemary Oil
Rosemary Oil has been shown in one study to be as effective half dose Minoxidil (2.5%) and along with Biotin can be considered as an add on to full dose Minoxidil 5 %
Rosemary Oil
Rosemary Oil has been shown in one study to be as effective half dose Minoxidil (2.5%) and along with Biotin can be considered as an add on to full dose Minoxidil 5 %
Biotin Shampoo & Conditioner
While the scientific evidence for efficary of oral biotin is scant ( and it can interfere with thyroid function test results ) this can be used safely in topical form such as shampoo and conditioner.
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