by Jen Hopkins

With so many options availble and so many advertisements promising miracles, it can be difficult to determine what is the very best wrinkle cream for you. Before you make that purchase you need to consider many things including your age, where you live, your budget and what you really expect from a wrinkle cream.

Even the very young require the protection of a good skin cream in order to combat the elements that begin bombarding their skin as soon as they’re born. Once a child gets exposed to the sun, the deterioration begins. The best strategy is to prevent wrinkles from occuring by addressing the issue of atmospheric contaminants from an early age. Sun exposure can have adverse effects on adults, as well, and a sunscreen just isn’t enough. A thick, moist cream for the face and body should be applied regularly if you are exposed to the damaging rays of the sun too often. Smokers do even more damage to their skin and should quit smoking and invest in a high quality wrinkle cream. If you’ve reached the age of forty without previous wrinkle cream use, then you may need to consult a skin care professional to find a wrinkle cream capable of combating years of neglect.

Wrinkles are also geographical. Ever met someone from the Rockies or visited with a sherpa? Dry skin is the result of living so near the sun in a humidity-free climate. Creams that address these situations need to be applied early and regularly. Those living in more humid climates might enjoy less wrinkles initially, but over time you too will need to rely on wrinkle cream to preserve your complexion.

Wrinkle cream prices range from less than $20 in the local department store to hundreds of dollars per tube or jar for the top of the line “miracle creams”. Whatever your budget allows, make sure you pay close attention to the ingredients. Alcohol is a drying agent that you should be sure to avoid.

It is important to manage your expectations of what a wrinkle cream can do for you. You will find yourself disappointed if you expect a wrinkle cream to do the job of a plastic surgeon, taking years off your face and completely transforming your appearance. However, if your expectations are more reasonable and you are looking to your wrinkle cream to minimize the damage caused by ultraviolet rays, environmental contaminants and the march of time, then you can easily find satisfaction with a cream that meets your own personal needs best.

Picking out the best cream for you requires a bit of research. Check out the ads, but also search the web for reviews and user comments. Then check the ingredients of the cream and search for any potential risks posed by those ingredients. Word of mouth is often the best way to hear about good wrinkle creams. Members of your own family may have similar skin issues, so ask them what they like and why. Consulting a professional for advice is also a good idea. Your local department store cosmetics counter is a good place to get the most up to date information on available wrinkle creams.

Merely applying a cream to your face may not be a viable solution, particularly if the cream is merely one part of a larger face care regimen. Many companies offer complete programs for facial care and the success or failure depends on sticking the the entire program. This can be expensive and time consuming. It is up to you to decide whether you are willing to invest that kind of time, effort and money in such a program. Alternatives are available, from national brands like Ponds and Nutragena, and they are typically less expensive but still quite effective.

How do you determine the “best” wrinkle cream for you? Do your research. What works for you with your specific needs may not work for someone else. Keep your age, location and budget in mind as you seek out that perfect wrinkle cream option. And remember, you’re only as young as you feel.

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