Remember when all we could talk about was Vitamin C serum and retinol? Ah, the last decade was truly a simpler time. This year, skincare experts recommend asking more from your topical skincare products. These trendy new ingredients are all set to pack a powerful punch in 2020 and are guaranteed to take your skincare regimen to the next level. So go ahead and clear out your bathroom cabinet: you’ll need some room for these exciting new ingredients.

Niacinamide: A form of vitamin B3, Niacinamide works with the skin’s own unique chemical processes to improve enlarged pores, even out skin tone, smooth out and prevent fine lines and wrinkles. It even gives tired skin a healthy glow. This magic ingredient renews dehydrated skin by aiding in the skin’s natural production of skin-strengthening ceramides.

Electrolytes

Hydrated skin is happy skin so you can up your hydration game with topical serums and creams that are infused with electrolytes. Electrolytes go above and beyond moisturizers by hydrating above and below the surface of the skin. When the minerals in electrolytes combine with the water in your facial pores, a chemical process gives you instantly healthy and energized looking skin.

Magnesium

Magnesium is already working overtime in more than 300 cellular reactions in the body. It aids in the body’s muscle function and DNA repair and is crucial to the healthy functioning of the heart and bones. A lot of people are deficient in this mineral and are prescribed oral supplements. When applied topically on the skin, Magnesium improves acne and rosacea, protects the skin’s DNA from harmful pollutants (this works to prevent wrinkles) and improves elasticity. This miracle ingredient has anti-inflammatory properties and can even soothe sore muscles and relax the body.

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is kind of like retinol because it helps in the formation of collagen and reduces the appearance of dark spots and fine lines. However, this plant-derived ingredient has an advantage over retinol: It does not decrease oil gland production. This means that a topical application won’t dry out your skin. Your skin will feel refreshed and plump after just a few uses and the benefits in the long run far outweigh those of retinol.

Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid is a naturally occurring substance that is really gentle on the skin and helps treat Psoriasis and Melasma. It’s also great to use once a week to treat dull, pigmented or aging skin by removing the outermost layer of dead cells. Using Glycolic acid topically is sort of like getting a chemical peel at a spa. However, unlike a chemical peel, Glycolic acid is far gentler and doesn’t cause inflammation or redness in the skin.

Monolaurin

Monolaurin isn’t exactly a newly discovered ingredient – it’s more of an old faithful friend. Monolaurin comes from coconut and it’s a great cleanser that doesn’t strip your skin and leave it with that dehydrated, itchy feeling. If you have acne-prone skin, Monolaurin’s anti-microbial properties will be your best friend. The ingredient battles micro-organisms like a champion but here’s the kicker: it will do so without irritating your skin. Monolaurin is hypoallergenic making it ideal for even the most sensitive skin.