You may not need an intensive skin care routine to prevent facial wrinkles.
According to one Reddit user, an unexpected first aid kit find could be the key to your anti-aging fix.
In her post, user Lcmedia shared the products she swears by to keep her skin smooth.
The poster advised fellow Reddit users to take this advice “with a pinch of salt” as it may not work for everyone.
They revealed how they discovered their skin care secrets by chance.
“I was attacked a few years ago and was left with some nasty scarring, but with Mederma Scar Gel it has almost completely disappeared,” they say.
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Mederma Advanced Scar Care Gel is available to buy from Amazon for £7.50.
Intrigued by the quick change, one Redditor decided to put the smoothing feature to the test.
“I thought, ‘How can this help with the fine lines and wrinkles I have on my forehead and around my eyes?'” they explained.
Reviewers reported seeing a noticeable change in their skin immediately after use.
They revealed that since using the scar gel, their complexions have become completely smooth.
“We used to use it for a few days each month, but now it’s almost nonexistent,” they said.
The gel is designed to improve the appearance of scars by “penetrating below the skin’s surface.”
This allows the ingredients to aid in hydration and aid in cell production.
One such ingredient is xanthan gum, which promotes collagen synthesis.
Healthline reported that the molecule has anti-aging properties.
Xanthan gum helps increase collagen, improving skin elasticity and firmness.
What is Collagen?
- Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and gives strength and structure to skin and muscles.
- Plays an important role in maintaining skin elasticity and hydration
- As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and loss of firmness.
- Collagen production begins to decline in your mid to late 20s and early 30s. By your 40s, collagen production drops dramatically.
It’s important to note that while collagen-based skin care products may offer benefits, their effectiveness can vary widely.
Some experts suggest that topical collagen may have limited effectiveness compared to other skin care ingredients that stimulate collagen production in the skin.
The scar treatment gel also contains Allium cepa bulb extract, which is derived from onion.
Skin care experts in our glossary of cosmetic ingredients and compounds explain in detail how ingredients work to smooth skin.
“[It] “It acts as an anti-ageing formulation by replenishing the lipid barrier, protecting the skin against free radicals and nourishing the skin with essential elements,” the researchers explained.
The gel also contains a compound called allantoin.
According to the National Library of Medicine, allantoin is known to help stimulate collagen and elastin production.
Another ingredient in scar gels that has anti-aging properties is panthenol.
The Derm Review explained that this ingredient attracts moisture to the skin and locks in hydration.
This allows provitamins to improve skin hydration and plump it up.
Another ingredient in healing gels is sorbic acid.
The scientific journal MDPI conducted a study confirming the role of organic compounds in anti-aging.
Finally, the sodium hyaluronate in the gel is known for its ability to retain moisture within the skin, according to the National Library of Medicine.
