A wrinkle shield is an antioxidant-rich solution that helps protect your skin from free radical damage, one of the primary causes of facial aging. Most of the shields on the market contain a sunscreen ingredient. The benefits of that ingredient are “iffy” at best.
Sunscreens are meant to be reapplied at regular intervals as long as sun exposure is ongoing. The SPF rating is the sunburn protection factor. The only known benefit of sunscreen is to protect against burning.
It has been said that regular sunscreen use may help prevent skin cancer. Even that benefit has been questioned. Researchers have noted an increased incidence of malignant melanoma among regular sunscreen users. Why this is true is unclear?
It could be that people rely too heavily on minor sunscreen ingredients included in daily moisturizers. They think they are protected when actually they are not.
It could be that the chemical sunscreens penetrate into the skin and cause free radical damage. In addition to causing skin aging, free radical damage also plays a role in the development of cancer. For example, one of the commonly used sunscreens is benzophenone. Benzophenone is chemically related to benzene, which is a known carcinogen.
So, this is why the benefits of the daily use of a sunscreen are questionable. Antioxidants are a better choice if you really want a wrinkle shield. There is no question about the benefits of antioxidants. But, some are, of course, better than others.
One of the highly advertised products on the market contains gingko biloba, green tea and vitamin C. It does not contain coenzyme Q10.
A cream containing nano-particles of coenzyme Q10 has been proven to reverse wrinkles and sun damage. So, not only would that count as a wrinkle shield for prevention, it would improve your appearance, too.
Grape seed extract is a good ingredient to look for. So is natural vitamin E. The active form of the protein keratin is definitely something that you’ll want. It stimulates the skin’s natural rejuvenating powers.
Ingredients to avoid include parabens, fragrances and added colors. Those ingredients provide no benefits and they may cause allergic or adverse reactions. The added colors may be contaminated with lead. Lead has been found in a number of cosmetics, even lipstick.
