When it comes to purchasing anti-aging products, many of us take advice on what works best from our friends and family, but sometimes, you need a little help from the pros to find the really good stuff. Here, five aestheticians share the products they swear by.
Mandy Epley, Master Aesthetician
“The number-one way to prevent aging and pigmentation is to absolutely wear sunscreen, every single day, even in the winter. I suggest COOLA SPF 30 Cucumber Face Moisturizer because not only does it protect your skin from harmful UV rays, but it also delivers a powerful punch of antioxidants with its omega-3, -6 and -9 and vitamins B1, 2 and 3, as well as vitamins C and E. It will even skin tone and fight inflammation with the added primrose and linseed oils. Plus, it’s paraben-free, hypoallergenic and good for all skin types.” $32, coolasuncare.com
Nerida Joy, Celebrity Aesthetician
“One of my favorite anti-aging products is La Prairie White Caviar Illuminating Hand Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15. As we get older, the skin on our hands gets thinner, and this rich cream works to thicken the dermal levels and lighten dark spots and sunspots. It feels really nourishing and helps support the fragile, delicate skin in this area.” $160, laprairie.com
Kate Somerville, Celebrity Aesthetician and Founder of Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts
“I love my Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift Advance Wrinkle Treatment. I can’t leave home without it! Hydration is the key to healthy, plump-looking skin, and this treatment gives skin an instant boost of hydration (ideal during long flights) and plumps fine lines and wrinkles to give a smooth, refreshed look.” $95, katesomerville.com
Geri G, Aesthetician and Celebrity Makeup Artist
“NeoCutis Bio-Serum Intensive Treatment is the only serum I know of that delivers PSP growth factor and collagen-fueling building blocks that help to yield results in as little as seven to 14 days. This is a must for every one of my clients!” $235, neocutis.com
Veronica Barton-Schwartz, Celebrity Aesthetician and Founder of Veronica Malibu Skin & Body Care Center in LA
“I’d have to say my favorite anti-aging product is my Veronica Malibu Seaweed Peptide Serum. It’s an advanced, fast-acting serum for reducing lines and wrinkles on any type of skin. It is made with seven neuropeptides, which have been recommended by physicians as an alternative to cosmetic injections that are designed to relax wrinkles and fine lines around the eyes. Within days, you will notice smoother, firmer, brighter skin with fewer lines and wrinkles. I absolutely love it!” $158, veronicaskincare.com