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5 Drugstore Anti-Aging Serums That Work Better Than Botox

February 17, 2018 by Emily Belfiore
shefinds | Beauty
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Everyone’s looking for a quick fix to their skincare woes, especially when it comes to erasing any fine lines and wrinkles. For most people, Botox is an excellent way to get younger-looking skin. But if you don’t have the money–or just don’t like needles–we’ve got an even better solution for you!

There are tons of amazing anti-aging serums out there, and some of the best can be found in your local drugstore! We found some effective and affordable serums that not only keep the skin looking brighter and younger, but also protect it from the things that make it age in the first place:

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avalon organics vitamin c facial serum

Avalon Organics Vitamin C Intense Defense Facial Serum ($18.77) 

 

This vitamin c-rich serum targets the common signs of aging to reveal a smoother and brighter complexion. It's formulated with organic ingredients that correct sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles by supporting collagen and elastin production for visibly lifted skin. 

yes to blueberries age refresh

Yes To Blueberries Intensive Skin Repair Serum ($19.47) 

 

Apply this to your face and neck when you wake up and before you go to bed for even, glowing and hydrated skin. It's formulated with antioxidant-rich fruit extracts that help fight the signs of aging and keep the skin moisturized. 

burts bees renewal serum

Burt's Bees Renewal Intensive Firming Serum ($13.32, originally $19.97) 

 

This organic firming serum contains white hibiscus and apple complex, which work together to help visibly tighten the skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and lock in moisture. 

olay regenerist micro-sculpting serum

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Serum ($24.93) 

 

This serum penetrates deep into your skin to exfoliate, hydrate and repair it. We love it because of its silky and lightweight formula that absorbs quickly and leaves you with smooth and radiant skin. 

aveeno absolutely ageless intensive renewal serum

Aveeno Absolutely Ageless Intensive Renewal Serum ($18.75) 

 

This popular anti-aging serum is formulated to nourish the skin with its natural blackberry complex and visibly reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. You can use it alone or as a primer under makeup to prevent caking. Oh, and did we mention that it only takes ONE WEEK to see results? 

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Emily Belfiore is a former associate editor of SheFinds. She wrote beauty, weight loss, wellness and celebrity stories for the site. She is a pop culture enthusiast.

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