After a re-watch of *Death Becomes Her*, the 1992 film (and now Broadway show) about achieving eternal youthfulness, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t consider my own relationship with chasing soft, supple, youthful skin. I’m not in the market for Botox just yet, but it is very appealing.
However, unlike in the classic film, there is no magical potion one can drink to instantly reverse the hands of time. And no matter how many retinol serums, eye creams, or neck creams you use, there will never be a way to completely get rid of wrinkles or fine lines.
Still, some creams do make a significant difference. If you opt for a targeted wrinkle cream, you can expect to see some serious results.
Karan Lal, MD, an Arizona-based double-board-certified pediatric and cosmetic dermatologist, says that a good wrinkle cream is definitely worth the investment. “The issue with wrinkle creams is that they take time [to work],” he says. “Do not expect immediate results.”
In other words, don’t expect your skin to smooth out overnight—you’ll likely start to notice fewer and less pronounced fine lines and wrinkles after a month or two of consistent use.
You’ll want to opt for a cream packed with ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, or hyaluronic acid for the best results.
Instead of chasing immortality, we scored the line-smoothing and firming wrinkle creams experts, ELLE editors, and customers love. Ahead, read on to shop the 11 best formulas on the market right now.
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### Best 2-in-1 Cream: Medicube Hyaluronic Acid Capsule Cream
**Pros**
– Deeply hydrating
– Non-sticky finish
**Cons**
– Can be messy trying to mix colors without spatula
Upon opening the jar, you’ll first notice the clear gel base and the tiny blue capsules suspended within. Medicube designed it this way to encourage a customized approach to moisturizing the skin. You can use the clear gel as is, or mix it with the blue capsules for an extra boost in hydration.
**Best for:** All skin types
**Size:** 1.94 fl oz
**Amazon rating:** 4.7/5 stars
An ELLE editor says:
“I have an actives-heavy skin routine, from my nightly retinol to dark spot treatments. I love using this moisturizer because it feels like a cryo facial without me ever having to leave my house. I started off using just the clear part, but I enjoy how much more supple my skin feels when I mix both colors. Plus, it makes for a pretty cool and interactive moment in a rather mundane skin routine.”
— Nerisha Penrose
https://www.elle.com/beauty/g69384901/best-wrinkle-creams/
