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7. Read product labels.

Synthetic chemicals, such as parabens and formaldehyde, can cause irritation and inflammation that may accelerate aging. Plus, synthetics are often created to mimic ingredients found in nature, so why not go right to the source?

Read the fine print for legit ingredients. Research continues to support the power of nontoxic substances such as resveratrol, fruit stem cells, plant enzymes, coQ10, and red algae for their antiaging prowess. More companies are using higher concentrations of these ingredients and investing in product research to verify results.