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Unfortunately, some of the most powerful and reliableantiaging ingredientsalso tend to dry the skin out even more.
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In the realm of fancy skin care, a luxurious moisturizing cream is often the fanciestand most expensive.
And yes, there are some products out there that require a real financial commitment.
Down the line, that may give you healthier and plumper-looking skin.
Plus, its free of fragrances and dyes, which makes it a good option for more sensitive skin.
RoC Deep Wrinkle Night Cream
This night cream does contain retinol for a tried-and-true antiaging effect.
It also contains bakuchiol, a plant extract thathas shown some promiseat managing signs of aging without irritation.
But if you do find it drying, the brand recommends mixing it withDrunk Elephants hydrating serum.
SkinCeuticals Retinol .5 Refining Night Cream
Dermatologists often recommend SkinCeuticals products because theyre just that effective.
Those with oilier skin, however, may find those ingredients too suffocating.
CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Serum
Retinol serums tend to be less moisturizing than, well, moisturizers.
Kate Somerville +Retinol Vitamin C Moisturizer
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Two powerhouse antiaging ingredientsretinol and vitamin Cin one cream?
Yes, c’mon!
