5 Trending Skin Care Ingredients Your Skin Will Be Forever Grateful For

What’s good for my body, must be just as beneficial for my skin—be it a plant-based diet or exercising, consistently.

This logic is responsible for blurring the line between health and grooming.

As the notion of plant-based skincare is gaining popularity worldwide, our appetite for home remedies is also growing.

On the other hand, the myths like all chemicals are bad or natural products aren’t as effective as their lab-produced counterparts are limiting skincare for many.

But happy groomers bravely explore beyond the mass myths and beliefs and reap benefits, indeed.

With that in mind, we’ve highlighted five of the most important skincare ingredients that are trending and have the potential to become your favourite.

1. CBD Oil (Cannabidiol)

The discussion about cannabis, one of the most controversial yet coveted ingredients, has entered the realm of beauty. Thanks to its reported skin benefits.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), marijuana has anti-inflammatory properties. Thus, CBD oil may help reduce inflammatory skin conditions like acne, eczema and psoriasis.

Note: Products formulated with CBD oil will not give you the ‘high’ as they don’t contain THC, the chemical responsible for the psychoactive effects of cannabis.

2. Cica

Cica aka Centella Asiatica or tiger grass should be your go-to for calming irritation or stressed out complexions. It works like a charm on sensitive skin. So when you’re worried about breakouts or just need some TLC for your skin, reach out for this comforting blanket.

Not to forget, Cica is already an important part of the K-beauty routine!

3. Collagen

Collagen—both marine and plant-based—is still being pegged as the next big hero ingredient. Largely due to its capability of showing quick results.

Collagen is a protein that naturally occurs in the body and maintains the skin’s structure, smoothness, suppleness, strength and retains water.

The production of collagen declines over time resulting in thinner, dryer and dull skin. This is when consumption of collagen supplements helps restore skin’s health and provides holistic wellness benefits.

4. Niacinamide

If you’re working from home or spending 6+ hours on a screen every day for any other reason, you should familiarise your skin with niacinamide, another form of vitamin B3.

Tech screens and the sun, both emit blue light that can penetrate the skin and generate reactive oxygen species. These species can damage DNA and cause hyperpigmentation.

Niacinamide can help your skin fight blue light, add radiance and alleviate the appearance the dark spots.

5. PHAs (Polyhydroxy Acids)

When you think of skincare acids, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs) surely come to mind. But polyhydroxy acids (PHAs), the new generation AHAs are creating a buzz in the beauty industry now.

Much like AHAs and BHAs, PHAs are chemical exfoliators that help remove dead cells from the skin’s surface and reveal an even-toned, radiant look.

Unlike AHAs and BHAs, PHAs can cater to all skin types including sensitive skin. They offer similar benefits to AHAs but without irritating the skin.

PHAs also provide better moisturisation and help strengthen skin barrier function. Gluconolactone, galactose and lactobionic acid are some of the most popular PHAs.
Keep Up With The Trends!

Skincare starts with determining your skin type and choosing products with the right ingredients for its concerns. You must understand that buying random products will do no good.

But now that you know all about the skin care ingredients that are making a buzz in the beauty town and their importance, make sure you add your favourites to the must-try list!