The Best Anti-Aging Products Ever

It's hard to beat bad skin care habits. Maybe you were careless in your teens and twenties and regularly overlooked sunscreen , skipped washing your face at night despite your mother's warnings, or used tanning beds too often. Now, the consequences of your choices slowly appear on your skin and take the form of fine lines, wrinkles, brown spots and other signs of aging.

Unfortunately, you can't turn back time, but you can Take action to undo some of the damage and prevent wrinkles from sinking in deeper (without losing all the wisdom you've acquired along the way) by using proven products to return your skin to more youthful days. The Best Anti-Aging Products to Track As dermatologists swear by, we've asked some of the top board-certified pros out there to share their skin care secrets. The following creams, serums, and sunscreens don't exactly boast magical powers, but they're about as close as you can get to a genie in a bottle.

1. Avene A - Antioxidant Water Cream

This antioxidant, which contains vitamins C and E, prevents free radicals and supports collagen production, says Lauren Fine, MD , a dermatologist at Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology. I love it because it hydrates, protects, and even layers beautifully under makeup and is easy to use every day. It's important to apply it daily (to the face, neck and décolleté), she adds. That's when you really notice the anti-aging benefits this product brings.

2. SkinMedica Total Defense + Repair

The best precaution you can take against aging is to always wear sunscreen. This is a favorite of Sandy Marchese Johnson, MD, FAAD, who operates Johnson Dermatology in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It's a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against UVA, UVB and infrared rays and also contains skin antioxidants to repair damage, she says. Its lightweight texture makes it easy to wear this cream with or without makeup, and it is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

3. SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic

A beloved product among dermatologists for years, this serum is pricey but proves that a little goes a long way. The small, dark bottle is packed with 15 percent pure vitamin C, an antioxidant that aids in DNA repair. This lightens the skin and improves brown spots and fine lines, says Dr. Garshick. Not all vitamin C products are created equal because some formulations of vitamin C are unstable, she says. It is formulated in a way that maintains its stability and gives way to great results. Once absorbed, vitamin C can remain effective for at least 72 hours, so there is no need to use this serum daily.

4. Neutrogena hydroboost water gel

Proof that effective anti-aging products do not have to be expensive, this can be found in most drugstores. Made of hyaluronic acid, it replenishes and locks in moisture to keep your face smooth and soft. Think of it like a sponge for dry skin. It can absorb up to 1,000 times its weight in water. Hyaluronic acid is an important part of our skin, and this product is the best available for everyone, says Dr. Johnson. It contains no oils or dyes, is suitable for all skin types, and can be used day and night.

5. L&L Skin MIO2 Face Lifting  Facial Massage Beauty Device

The newly upgraded version of Mio. Its new shape works better for lifting and slimming your facial skin and helps you to make full use of your expensive serums and moisturizers.  The L&L Skin MIO2 Features an ergonomical design of three angles and three arcs. Using the three-round corners to press the acupuncture point, you can choose to apply either light or heavy pressure. The three convex arcs fit any curves and the three-dimensional lift perfects the anti-aging effect. The round triangular three-arc design allows for comfort, and each part can be used uniquely to care for either the face or neck.

6. Replenix Power of Three Creams

A long-time favorite in Dr. Bukay's practice, this cream is all about antioxidants. It contains 90% polyphenol isolate, the active ingredient in green tea, as well as resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant found in red wine. Both combine to provide a powerful anti-inflammatory effect without oils or parabens, says Dr. Bukay. I recommend it for all skin types, but it's especially helpful for skin that needs a little help tolerating retinoids, she says.

7. RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream

Another product easily found in drugstores, this proven retinol is great for people who want to start using retinol or have sensitive skin, says Dr. Garshick. Just a light tap before bed (nighttime is when the skin is most likely to repair itself) can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles. You should notice results within about three months.

8. CeraVeSA Lotion

Anti-aging efforts are often focused on the face, but it's also important to incorporate whole-body products into your daily routine, says Dr. Johnson. My favorite over-the-counter product is CereVe. It contains salicylic acid and lactic acid. These aren't as effective as retinol, but they are excellent at minimizing wrinkles and brown spots. This fragrance- and dye-free lotion is ideal for calming flaky, dry skin common in winter, and can also be used to treat psoriasis-prone skin.

9. TIZO PhotoceuticalAM Replenishment

This is a great option for those who want to keep their morning skincare routine simple, says Vivian Bukay, MD, FAAD , a dermatologist at the Bukay Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics in San Antonio. The formula is oil, paraben, dye and fragrance free, and I like TiZO sunscreen because it is a mineral-only sunscreen, which is less sensitive and more stable than chemical sunscreens. With an SPF of 40, it fights UV rays while leaving the skin feeling light and with a healthy glow. It contains sermides to maintain the skin's lipid barrier (i.e., retain moisture) and vitamins C and E to help neutralize free radicals, says Dr. Bukay.

10. Good Science Beauty 005-Fi Skin Firming Cream

When applying anti-aging products, don't forget about the skin directly underneath your face. Neck tends to get ignored and is a common concern for many, especially in the age of "tech neck." Marisa Gershick, MD, FAAD , MDCS Dermatologist: Medical Dermatology and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in New York. In addition, she adds, while we often focus our attention on the surface of the skin, it is also important to keep the skin tight and youthful, which requires maintaining a balance of elastin and collagen. Her favorite product to achieve this is this firming cream that can be applied to both the face and neck and contains ingredients such as barley extract to improve elasticity.