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10 Best Cruelty-Free Products for Preventing Fine Lines & Wrinkles
We’ve put together a GHS curated regimen of cruelty-free skincare products for treating fine lines and wrinkles. We only link to products that we absolutely believe in. We’ve chosen the below products based on the necessary ingredients needed to provide successful results, and all products are paraben-free, sulfate-free, and phthalate-free.
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE CLEANSER
Cleanses without stripping your skin of its natural oils (sebum). Plus, it's rich in yummy antioxidants like African red tea extract and vitamin C to jump start a bright and even skin tone.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
✔ Glycerin
✔ Essential Oils
USE AS YOUR AM & PM CLEANSER
Cleanse 2x daily and rinse thoroughly with warm water.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan
PRICE: $$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE EXFOLIATOR
This cruelty-free Japanese rice bran powder gently exfoliates your skin accelerating skin cell renewal and lipid production. Gentle exfoliation increases your skin's natural ability to retain moisture.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Glycerin
✔ Rice and Papaya Enzymes
USE AFTER CLEANSER IN YOUR PM ROUTINE
In the evening only a few times a week, exfoliate after removing makeup and cleansing. This gentle cruelty-free scrub will also allow deeper penetration of the products you put on after.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free
PRICE: $$$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE FACE MASK
This cruelty-free face mask functions as a peel and exfoliator that works to target dryness and fine lines and wrinkles. The glycerin and squalane in this mask replenish your skin's hydration, while the AHAs (glycolic acid and lactic acid) in this mask help shed dead skin cells, supporting natural cell turnover and refine your skin's surface.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Glycolic Acid
✔ Lactic Acid
✔ Glycerin
✔ Squalane
USE A FEW TIMES A WEEK AFTER CLEANSER IN YOUR PM ROUTINE
In the evening only, apply this cruelty-free exfoliating face mask after removing makeup and cleansing. A tingling sensation may occur (this is normal). Leave on for 3 to 10 minutes, and rinse off with warm water. Follow up with toner or essence, serums and a moisturizer.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free
PRICE: $$$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE ESSENCE
A 6 ingredient anti-aging essence that improves your skin's firmness, texture, and complexion. This vegan and cruelty-free essence preps your skin for all the hydration delivering products to follow. Amazing for all skin types - not just dry skin.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Green Tea Leaf Extract
✔ Glycerin
USE AFTER TONER IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount of this cruelty-free essence to face and neck 2x daily. Continue with serums.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan
PRICE: $$$$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE VITAMIN C SERUM
This cruelty-free serum pairs vitamin C vitamin E to fight free radicals and reduce melanin (skin pigment) production, targeting dark spots & sun spots. This serum also has hyaluronic acid so it can help keep your skin hydrated while fighting hyperpigmentation.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR HYPERPIGMENTATION
✔ Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
✔ Vitmain E (Tocopherol)
USE AFTER EXFOLIATOR & AHA SERUMS IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
After cleansing, exfoliating, and toning, apply this serum morning and night. Follow up with moisturizer and sunscreen (morning only) to prevent further hyperpigmentation.
CERTIFIED: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free
PRICE: $$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE HA SERUM
This cruelty-free serum works to improve your skin's elasticity and increase your skin's hyaluronic acid levels - a critical ingredient for anti-aging since it replenishes hydration to dehydrated skin and helps prevent water loss. Hyaluronic acid is a humectant meaning it draws moisture to itself and it's what keeps your skin hydrated, plump, and refreshed.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)
✔ Glycerin
✔ Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
✔ Lactic Acid (AHA)
USE AS LAST SERUM IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
After cleansing, toning, and essence, apply 5 to 7 drops of this serum to your face, neck, and the back of your hands 2x daily. If using a retinol or AHA serum, apply after. If using a vitamin C or vitamin E serum, apply after. Follow up with a moisturizer.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free
PRICE: $$$$
Why we love this cruelty-free retinol cream
Drunk Elephant created this cruelty-free retinol cream to deliver the benefits of retinol (fading hyperpigmentation and reducing fine lines and wrinkles) without the common side effects like redness and stinging caused by other retinol products. This cream allows the retinol to do it's thing (exfoliate the skin which fades dark spots) while added ingredients like fatty acids and peptides simultaneously soothe the skin to prevent any irritation.
Use after serums 2-3x weekly 1-2x in your PM routine
Post cleansing, exfoliating, toning, and serums, apply this cruelty-free cream and avoid your eye area. Start with 1-2x a week--too much retinol too fast will be too strong for your skin, and we do not want to over-exfoliate. Because retinol makes your skin more sensitive to the sun, use at night only, and always wear spf the next day (well, really every day).
Key ingredients for fine lines & wrinkles
✓ Retinol
Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free
Price: $$$
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WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE EYE SERUM
This cruelty-free eye serum works to reduce dark circles by hydrating and improving circulation around your eye area, as well as stimulating the production of collagen and fighting off free radical damage. It also has brightening capabilities which help reduce signs of fatigue around your eyes.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
✔ Peptides
✔ Antioxidants (Vitamin A, C & E)
✔ Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)
USE AFTER CLEANSER & TONER IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
Apply 1/2 a pea-sized amount under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid 2x daily. Do not rub in - instead, lightly pat with your fingertips for optimal absorption.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free
PRICE: $$$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE MOISTURIZER
This cruelty-free moisturizer not only restores hydration to your skin, but it also visibly plumps your skin and strengthens your skins's lipid layer. Your skin's lipids create a natural barrier that prevents moisture from escaping and restores your skin's youthful elasticity. A healthy lipid layer leads to an improvement in elasticity and moisture levels, leaving your skin supple, healthy and radiant. Bonus: this moisturizer is also oil-free and minimizes the appearance of pores.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)
✔ Peptides
✔ Glycerin
✔ Lactic Acid (AHA)
USE AFTER SERUMS AND EMULSIONS IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
After cleansing, toning, essence, serums, and emulsions (lighter lotions), apply this cruelty-free moisturizer to your face and neck 2x daily.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free
PRICE: $$$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE FACIAL OIL
This cruelty-free 100% organic argan oil containing essential fatty acids and antioxidants like vitamin E. Argan oil seals in moisture delivered by all prior steps in your skin care routine and is recommended for dry skin specifically because of it's high concentration of oleic acid fatty acids.
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR FINE LINES & WRINKLES
✔ Argan Oil
USE AS FINAL STEP IN YOUR AM & PM ROUTINE
After cleansing, toning, essence, serum, emulsions, lotions, and creams, apply this cruelty-freee argan oil as the last step in your skin care routine 2x daily. You can wear makeup on top of argan oil, but if you prefer a matte makeup look, only apply at night.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, organic, vegan
PRICE: $$
WHY WE LOVE THIS CRUELTY-FREE SUNSCREEN
Great for all skin types (yes, even sensitive skin), this non-comedogenic cruelty-free sunscreen protects your skin from harmful UV rays without clogging your pores, and it has matte finish (aka shine free!).
KEY INGREDIENTS FOR UV PROTECTION
✔ Zinc Oxide
✔ Octinoxate
USE AS THE FINAL STEP IN YOUR AM ROUTINE
After moisturizing, apply this cruelty-free sunscreen to your face and neck - reapply at least every 2 hours if you will be in the sun all day.
CERTIFIED: Paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, organic, gluten-free
PRICE: $$
BONUS: Dr. Dennis SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro
CRUELTY-FREE PROFESSIONAL TOOL
HOW IT WORKS
This cruelty-free FDA cleared LED light tool has 3 treatment settings:
- Anti-aging is the red light therapy
- Anti-aging and acne fighting is the red and blue light therapy
- Acne fighting is the blue light therapy
WHY WE LOVE IT
Unlike some other popular LED light tools, with SpectraLite maximum surface area is covered on your face, requiring no work on your end. So, instead of having to consistently move a smaller LED light tool around to cover each area of your face (which can take 20+mins), you get it all done in 3 minutes, and it's comfortable to wear.
AT HOME USE
Prior to use, cleanse your face.
STEP 1: Place SpectraLite comfortably over your face and secure the strap around your head.
STEP 2: Turn on SpectraLite by pressing the power button for two seconds.
STEP 3: Select the light setting and use for the programmed treatment time of three minutes. It automatically shuts off after three minutes. Use daily. Optimal results occur after a 10-week course of treatment.
STEP 4: Follow with a serum and moisturizer of your choice.
PRICE: $$$$ SEE MORE PROFESSIONAL TOOLS
Want more recs?
Check out these pages for other wrinkle prevention tips and products:
- How to Prevent Fine Lines & Wrinkles - Causes, Treatments, & Top Ingredients
- 10 Best Products for Preventing Fine Lines & Wrinkles
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