How sure are you that you're putting the right nutrients in your skin?

We get it, you have the best products or you have the one recommended by your favorite artist. However, remember that it's not always about the product and the brand. Heck, it's not even about the price!

IT'S ABOUT THE INGREDIENTS!

Luckily for you, we put up a list of the must-have ingredients that you should look into the products you are using. 

Vitamin C

The good ol' Vitamin C is a staple in your beauty products, and for a good reason. It's a potent antioxidant that helps stop signs of aging.

Moreover, it also provides your skin with protection from free radicals and UV rays. Dark spots are also no match to products with Vitamin C.

Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid

Both are powerful exfoliants which, of course, helps remove dead skin cells. You don't want those staying in your skin for long, anyway.

The two key ingredients also act to lighten those dreaded dark spots on your skin, as well as lighten fine lines and wrinkles.

Arazine and Idebenone

Arazine or (N-acetyl-farnesyl cysteine or AFC) is a tiny endogenous molecule that changes the critical arbitrator of dermal infections. Arazine has the capacity to hinder the development of pro-inflammatory cytokines. It also averts the oxidative effect associated with chronic contamination and stress. 

Meanwhile, Idebenone is a human-made medicine used in various critical illnesses like Alzheimer's, Huntington's and many more. Its role is to prevent the body from being intoxicated, and it defends a wide range of cells from oxidative effects. 

Ceramides

Ceramides can be found in your skin. It is composed of fatty acid and sphingosine that protects the skin from all forms of dirt and pollution and helps in retaining the skin's capability to moisturize.

Unfortunately, as we age, the ceramides our body produces decrease. There are products right now formulated with ceramides to help restore it in your body, thereby increasing the lowering moisture levels and softening your skin.

Retinol

Of course, this won't be a good list without Retinol. Basically, this form of Vitamin A ingredient assists in addressing almost all major skin issues.

How and why you ask? Well, Retinol helps prevent clogged pores while also clearing up acne. If you're facing skin discoloration and uneven skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles, this ingredient is a must!  

Sea Fennel and Flaxseed

Sounds delicious, right? Well, it's time to know that sea fennel and flaxseed aren't just for your tummy.

In fact, they are really useful for your skin too. While they appear tasty, sea fennel and flaxseed help make your skin stronger and resistant to harmful toxins that could irritate the skin.

There are a lot more ingredients out there that you need to consider when choosing beauty and skincare products. However, if you have the abovementioned ingredients saved on your phone or listed on a piece of paper, then you're well covered with the basics.

Good luck with your next shopping!