What age did you start using ant-ageing creams?

lulu_92

I'm 22 and I've started using a night cream by Garnier. I like it because it reduces my dark circles under my eyes and works with my combination skin really well.

Philippa36

I have used a moisturiser since my early 20's although I don't remember ever thinking specifically about "anti-aging" creams. I have used many different brands from the exceptionally cheap to quite pricey Liz Earle superskin range depending on finances at the time. I don't think there's much difference. Some feel nicer, some smell nicer!
I don't think they'll make me look 20 something in my 50's but my skin looks reasonable, especially as an ex smoker. I gave up when I hit 30 after 10 years addicted to a very stupid & expensive habit but still like sitting in the sun.

fulvioub

notanewuser wrote: »

Sorry. Other studies show it speeds up the ageing later on. It's bloody ridiculous to recommend it to anybody.

Could you post a link to those studies? I'm not aware of them and am interested. Anecdotally it hasn't been what I've observed, but if there's objective evidence of it accelerating ageing I would love to see it!

fulvioub

notanewuser wrote: »

Woah. Having botox in your 20s can cause serious harm later on. It is not an effective prevention for anything.

http://m.livescience.com/14900-experts-frown-botox-young-adults.html

Thanks for posting that link - but as far as I could see it didn't actually say at any point that having Botox in your 20s can cause serious harm later on. I see this claim banded around a lot but have never actually seen the basis for it...

meer53

fulvioub wrote: »

Thanks for posting that link - but as far as I could see it didn't actually say at any point that having Botox in your 20s can cause serious harm later on. I see this claim banded around a lot but have never actually seen the basis for it...

If you want to stick poison in your face and wait 30 years to see what effects it may have, then go ahead. Me, i'd rather leave my face as it is and not risk anything.

I'll just look at the photos of people who have had it and laugh myself stupid. And that's now, who knows what they'll all look like in 30 years ?

notanewuser

I did read s journal or some other scientific research about it but can't remember where to find it again. I'll keep looking.

In the meantime........

http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/diet-and-fitness/early-botox-worsens-ageing-20110610-1fztu.html

suse*

I'm 37 and sometimes use lip balm in winter as my lips get chapped but that is it. No creams or potions ever, and no lines or wrinkles either.

I don't wear make up either though actually, so could the make up be messing peoples skin up which is why they need these creams?

Spidernick

Ants don't live very long, so getting creams to age them prematurely just seems mean to me!!!

Seriously, #22 is spot on. I am 49 now and most people think I look about ten years younger. I have never smoked and make sure I drink a lot of water each day. Not sure if that helps, but it can't do any harm.

A_Phoenix_of_Tangerine

ruby_eskimo wrote: »

The only thing that can really help is (as many have already said) wearing SPF, not smoking and genetics. I've work SPF50 sunscreen every day since I was about 14 (now almost 28) after my dad had skin cancer (the first time round). I cleanse, tone and moisturise twice a day also but the products I use aren't particularly aimed at anti-aging, more at keeping my skin clear of acne.

What does your skin look like now? Has it all paid off?

Vicky123

The best anti ageing is sun screen and no amount of creams will repair the damage from sunbathing or sun beds, the paler the skin the more damage.