When it comes to skin care, everyone has different needs and priorities. The words “anti-aging” can be polarizing these days, but it is really just a catch-all term for products with active ingredients that improve the overall health and appearance of the skin — and everyone could use that, regardless of age or beauty goals.
Finding the best anti-aging products used to mean scouring department stores and roaming around Sephora like a wolf stalking prey, but now it’s as easy as heading over to Amazon and shopping from the comfort of your couch.
High-end and cult-favorite brands are no longer relegated to specialty beauty retailers; even luxury beauty brands can be found at Amazon. Not only has it made it easier and more convenient to shop for products, but it’s democratized the process. It is, however, always imperative to make sure you’re purchasing items from a brand’s actual Amazon storefront to avoid being scammed into fake products. (Brands are sometimes legitimately available through third-party sellers, but you’ll want to check reader reviews and ratings to ensure that they’re reliable.)
Below, we’ve rounded up many of Amazon’s most highly-rated anti-aging skin care products. They include must-have effective ingredients like vitamin C, retinol, peptides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and more. They’re reviewer-beloved and sure to enhance your repertoire.
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Paula’s Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant
This powerful 2% BHA salicylic acid exfoliant is beloved by skin care obsessives. It helps to clear skin and unclog pores by gently sloughing away dead skin to reveal the texture-free glow hiding underneath. It’s especially great for those with acne-prone skin or who want a smoother, brighter complexion.
Promising review: “I hardly use many products on my face. But lately I have been testing with new things as I am entering my 30’s. Ordered the small bottle. I highly recommend. I have seem overall improvement with the texture and coloration of my skin after using the product for two weeks now. My dark spots are diminishing. I still have plenty of product to use, and it makes my face feels so good and soft. I highly recommend. Will be ordering the large bottle next time.” — Kayla
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TruSkin vitamin C facial serum
HuffPost readers can’t get enough of this cult-favorite serum. It has over 91,000 five-star ratings and is overflowing with glowing reviews. It has a nourishing formula to help reduce fine lines and sun damage, improve the look of dark spots and leave skin looking and feeling bright and fresh.
Promising review: “I have been using this product at night and sometimes again in the morning. My face and neck do seem to be more “alive” in appearance, softer and brighter, and I sometimes put very little make on or just a tinted moisturizer on. I am age 51. I have this on autoship and plan to continue to use it to see if I like it long term. Definitely a bargain skin care product.” — Angela Dock
Amazon
Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence
Find out why this serum has cult-like status and is probably one of the best-known products in Korean beauty. It’s a skin-softening serum that contains concentrated snail secretion said to help improve damaged skin barriers, offer deep hydration and even promote wound healing. The formula also contains allantoin, which can be great for soothing inflammation and irritation. Even if you’re feeling skeptical, it’s worth a look — you just might be convinced.
Promising review: “I’ve been using the COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence, and it has become an absolute game-changer in my skincare routine. The snail secretion filtrate works wonders in hydrating and repairing my skin, leaving it feeling incredibly soft and revitalized. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in the overall texture and radiance of my complexion. The lightweight formula is perfect for daily use, and I love that it effectively targets dullness and fine lines. As a fan of Korean skincare, this essence has become a staple for me, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their skincare routine with a powerful and nourishing product.” — Elsdoesgolf
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E.l.f. Holy Hydration eye cream
Not only is this hyaluronic acid- and peptide-infused eye cream great for reducing the look of common issues like fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles and dryness, but it also serves as a base for makeup.
Promising review: “I love this stuff! It’s super affordable and it smells really nice. It’s a fresh scent and isn’t overbearing or anything. It’s a great Tatcha dupe! It works really well at hydrating my face after using tret” — Kalashnikova
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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair face moisturizer
If you have dry skin, then you definitely want to check out this moisturizer. It’s supercharged with nourishing ingredients like ceramides that promise to lock in hydration, and niacinamide that can hydrate, smooth and brighten the complexion. It’s beautifully rich without being greasy.
Promising review: “This is the best face moisturizer that I have ever used! I am not a fan of super oily greasy moisturizers and love that this is not like that, but it still keeps my face moisturized. A little goes a long way, so it lasts a long time and it makes my face so soft and makes it look so healthy. Totally recommend it. 10/10” — Rocio Jimenez
Amazon
Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil
Like so many, I ride hard for Luna night oil. If you’ve been on the fence about trying an oil or retinoid, then this is the perfect place to start. Soothing botanicals like blue tansy and German chamomile are paired with an advanced retinoid ester that supports skin health and elasticity, evens out redness and fights fine lines and wrinkles. Avocado seed oil plumps up the skin and delivers a healthy dose of antioxidants. It doesn’t clog my pores, which is perfect if you are acne-prone like me.
Promising review: “I bought this based on reviews when Amazon had a promo, having tried some Sunday Riley products in the past. I am 55 and I am hooked. Nothing eases my lines, reduces inflammation, and diminishes my dark spots like this product.” — Deborah Wilson
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Gold Bond Age Renew Crepe Corrector body lotion
Anti-aging skin care doesn’t stop at the neck; you can utilize powerful ingredients on the rest of your body as well. This incredibly popular crepe-correcting lotion has a super-nourishing formula with powerful botanicals, anti-oxidants and omega fatty acids that can help to reduce the look of crepey, thin skin.
Promising review: “I wasn’t sure if this lotion would help my skin but gave it a try. It’s inexpensive and it works. I could see a difference in my arms and hands right after applying the lotion. I have thin delicate skin on my arms with that ugly crappy wrinkles. I think this ages you even when you have taken care of yourself. I recommend it to anyone else who has this problem” — Shopping princess
Amazon
RoC Retinol Correxion night cream
A classic drugstore staple, Roc’s hydrating cream with glycerin works overnight and combines retinol and glycolic acid to resurface dull, dry skin and enhance collagen production to improve texture.
Promising review: “I use this nightly as recommended by my PA. You only need a little at a time. It spreads easily. I’ve been using this tube for 2 months and it is still half full. My face feel smoother. I notice facial lines softening. Has removed some small growths. I’ve never had a facial routine. This is easy to follow.” — Corinne
Amazon
CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream
Formulated with peptides, hyaluronic acid and ceramides, this cream can help deeply hydrate the skin while helping to renew the skin’s natural barrier overnight. It’s ideal for dry winter months or for anyone who battles dry skin year-round. And the price point can’t be beaten.
Promising review: “I bought this based on a recommendation by a dermatologist. This was a budget buy due to its price point. I have dry, mature fair skin. I am really particular with the creams I put on my face. I can tell in 5 minutes if something is going to be hydrating enough for my skin. This CeraVe cream is a winner when it comes to moisturizing and hydrating your skin. It also has working benefits in it like peptide complex, niacinamide and ceramides. These all work for your skin. It is very hydrating, so I use it mainly at night. It has no fragrant smell. It does its job and is a good night cream. You will feel the difference.” — Michelle S.
Amazon
LilyAna Naturals Retinol Cream
People swoon over the LilyAna Naturals eye cream, but this retinol-powered facial moisturizer is even more highly rated. Get all the benefits of retinol, like reducing typical signs of aging and smoothing skin, while the potent hyaluronic blend can help keep skin soft, supple and hydrated. You really can’t beat the price.
Promising review: “I have been using this retinol cream for the past year, and I absolutely love it. I see a huge difference in my skin from using this product. It looks softer and more hydrated, and my lines and wrinkles are not as deep. I love the natural ingredients used and feel great about supporting a cruelty-free, family-owned small business. And the stuff really works!” — Kat
Amazon
NatureWell Clinical Retinol advanced moisture cream for face and body
NatureWell uses advanced micro-encapsulated retinol to help improve skin tone, smoothing texture and boosting firmness and elasticity. The pump dispenser conveniently delivers the right amount so you don’t worry about wasting product and helps to lengthen the cream’s product life. It’s incredibly popular on Amazon and is also incredibly affordable in comparison to other body products with retinol.
Promising review: “I wish I would have taken a before picture of my creepy skin to show how this product has improved my skin’s texture and firmness. The first few days, this product was comparable to other moisturizers as it did a good job moisturizing. But within a few weeks, I noticed a big improvement. I just ordered my second container, and am extremely pleased. It does have a rose scent, but I am used to it now.” — Tina S.
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La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Pure hyaluronic acid serum
Hydrate and soothe skin while helping restore its natural moisture barrier with this La Roche-Posay serum. The ultra-hydrating formula includes hyaluronic acid, mineral-rich thermal spring water and vitamin B5.
Promising review: “I was hesitant bc I have sensitive skin but I can’t live without this product. It’s moisturizing and brightening. Love it! I use it morning and night.” — Katie A. Rees
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Cosmedica pure hyaluronic acid serum
This straightforward hyaluronic acid serum is a great starter option for those who want to add some gentle, hydrating oomph to their routine. It can help to plump up skin and make it look and feel youthful and vibrant.
Promising review: “I have been using this Hyaluronic Acid Serum for about 3 weeks. After the first week I could feel that the skin on my face is softer and smoother. It continues to be soft and hydrated. Very good product.” — JS
Amazon
Seoul Ceuticals Snail Mucin cream
While Seoul Ceuticals is a lesser-known brand than Cosrx, their incredibly popular moisturizer also harnesses the power of snail mucin. It contains a 97.5% concentration of snail mucin, which the brand claims is one of the highest available, and also boasts rich, powerful emollients that can help to boost hydration. It can also help to brighten and improve the look of skin, reducing dullness and the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Promising review: “After trying many many other thicker heavier moisturizers for my 64 year old skin, this is the only one that works. I’ve been using tretinoin for almost two years and it’s been very harsh on my skin – until I found this cream! No stinging, no redness, no peeling skin, no pilling under sunscreen, no shine, and no clogged pores. I just hope they keep making it!” — Lisa A. Newman
Amazon
CeraVe Skin Renewing retinol serum
Great for most skin types, retinol beginners and those with sensitive skin, CeraVe’s offering includes an encapsulated, time-released retinol along with moisturizing, skin-repairing ingredients like ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. It has a gentle-yet-effective formula that can help smooth and brighten skin.
Promising review: “Feels nice going on, smooth. I was surprised at the nearly immediate positive result. My skin looks brighter, less tired. I’d never tried a retinol product, but at 67 and showing the effects of aging and life in general on my face, I am glad I did! I don’t wear make up, preferring a natural look. I have been applying it morning and night for a few days and the positive effect is pretty obvious.” — Susan E. Bickford
Amazon
Tree of Life vitamin C serum
Vitamin C is a very popular ingredient, and with good reason. It’s an easy way to deliver anti-aging goodness straight to the skin on a daily basis. It’s an incredibly accessible ingredient for all skin types, and this popular Tree of Life formulation is available at a great price.
Promising review: “Ive tried other topical Vit C to lighten a dark spot on my cheek and no change but this brand it was noticeably lighter in a couple of weeks. The Hyaluronic is a good strength and its not irritating as Ive had reaction to a different brand.
Great pricing” — Shophiajayne
Amazon
L’Oreal Paris Revitalift 1.5% serum
Along with a high percentage of hyaluronic acid, this serum also has vitamin C which can help boost the appearance of youthful, radiant skin. It’s moisturizing, nourishing and great for all skin types, and leaves a glowing, dewy finish.
Promising review: “This has been part of my daily skincare routine for years. It’s good for sensitive skin and really makes my skin look and feel hydrated. Usually use it under my daily moisturizer or before bed.” — Samoyed16