erase lines

Am a new comer to this forum, would like some input on the cream you use for lines and any minor wrinkles if you have any, I have tried most of the stuff thats OTC am trying the Garnier ultr lift at presant ,I do keep using  each one for several weeks to give it a shot, this one doesnt seem too bad unless my eyes are deceiving me,and hey thats possible,can you give me any ideas on anything that you think has worked for you... Not Botox I couldnt stand the invasive shots..

[teko]

Using casor oil before going to bed at night works. If that is too messy, try BOBBI BROWN Hydrating Eye cream. You can get it online. A little pricey yes, but is good.

[teko]

Sorry for the spelling, Castor Oil. After cleansing your face for the night.

[margypops]

yuk castor oil..okay I will try it I even heard that' preperation H 'was good for lines....I hate castor oil as they used to give it to you when you went overdue with the Baby each day 2 big spoonfuls.to induce it, ..yuk at least I only put it on my face then...

[MWahine]

I've never tried castor oil but I use coconut oil to remove makeup.  Preparation H cream is good for undereye puffiness.   It temporarily shrinks tissue.  

AHAs, retinoids and vitamin C are the least expensive and easiest ingredients to looks for.  Retinoids at night, C serums/creams during the day.  C also boosts the effectiveness of sunscreen.

Avene has a product with hyaluronic acid and retinaldehyde - and the line was developed for sensitive skin.   You can find this at CVS stores or derms.

Vitamin C - I make my own vitamin C serum.  Ingredients are cheap and found at health food stores.  It oxidizes quickly but I can easily make enough for one week at a time.  1/2 t. L ascorbic acid powder + 1/2 t glycerin + 3t water.  

Copper peptides are also said to be effective but they don't seem to work for me.

There are also a couple of websites where you can purchase kits to make your own versions of high end creams like Creme de la Mer.  

I get easily swayed by the marketing - but when you check out the products from brands like Obagi, you'll realize that it's basically cleanser, moisturizer, exfoliant and sunscreen.

[margypops]

Wow you guys are brilliant I have made copious notes, I got the caster oil yuk took me back a few years I actually retched when I poured some out, never the less if it works I will retch happily away, no I didnt drink it, I dabbed it around my eyes  Lol I have googled it and am not certain what is the best to use, that is why I came here as I know we are our own guinea pigs..MW you make your own, maybe I will have a go...ascorbic acid powder,thats Vit C,+glycerine and water.

[keli13]

How old are you? The only product I've ever used to help erase fine lines and to soften deeper lines is prescrption Retin-A or Renova. It's one of the only products proven by science to increase collagen production. It takes a few months to see a major change but it really works. Nothing can completly get rid of all your lines other than Botox or injectable fillers. The only topical that really works is Retin-A for oilier skin types or Renova for dryer skin types. My skin has improved greatly since I started using Renova 6 years ago. It does take time to get used to it because it can be drying and irrtating to the skin. You must start slow using it maybe twice a week to start with and only at night. Then you slowly build up your tolerance to it. You will probably experience a bit of flaking skin and that's normal. That will go away the longer you use it. You also must wear a sunscreen during the day since it will make your skin more senstive to the sun.

The best skincare regemin you can use is a good antioxidant product in the morning along with a moisturizer and sunscreen, and at night, Retin-A or Renova and a moisturizer if you need one.

I used to get my Renova from my dermatologist but now I buy it without a prescription forma pharmacy in either Mexico or India. It's alot cheaper in these countries and you don't need a prescription.

[margypops]

How old am I .... I forget ....too young to divulge here .Lol I will make a note of Renova maybe google it see if it can be sent for thanks a lot .