You’ll want to keep these hero ingredients on your radar if your goal is smooth, supple skin.

Think of this as a quick healthy aging tool kit to keep on hand:

1.

Retinol

Retinol is the classic healthy aging skin care product, but do you know why?

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“Retinol binds to retinoid receptors within skin cells,” board-certified dermatologistJoshua Zeichner, M.D., oncetold mbg.

This “activates genes that upregulate collagen production.”

Not sure where to find a grade-A retinol serum?Shop our top picks here.

Beautiful Young Woman skin care routine

Promoting your naturalcollagen and elastin production2.

However, not all collagen supplements will work the same.

This is exactly what you want for tighter, younger-looking skin.

Plus, glycolic acid is an AHA, meaning it’s simultaneously exfoliating and hydrating.

you might read more about the ins and outs of this powerhouse ingredienthereif you’re curious.