Incorporating the best anti-ageing creams in your skincare routine is a great way to fight wrinkles, fine lines, and other physical signs of ageing. But that doesn’t mean you have to wait until you see that first wrinkle in your eye before you start taking anti-ageing skin regimen seriously.
Even if you’re still in your 20s, using anti-ageing creams and products in your skincare routine will help you maintain your youthful, healthy glow until you reach your golden years.
To help you find the right product, Daily Vanity has rounded up the best anti-ageing creams in Malaysia that actually work!
Affordable Anti-Ageing Creams Under RM100
Skintific Retinol Skin Renewal Moisturizer
This moisturiser features lecithin-encapsulated retinol, which is compatible with the skin and utilises a time-release mechanism.
It is specifically crafted to revitalise the skin, combat dullness, and reduce the appearance of acne marks, all while maintaining the gentle nature of retinol.
Reviews
Very good! Make my skin so plump n moist. – Syahidah, Watsons
Bagus di kulit, menghilangkan kan kusam di wajah, membersihkan dan membuat kulit lebih halus, menghilangkan kerutan di wajah, meremajakan kulit, cocok untuk umur 30 ke atas. –Lelis95, Female Daily
What We Love
- Contains retinol, a proven anti-ageing ingredient
- Texture is light and absorbs fast
What To Consider
- Some users may react negatively to retinol.
Purchase Details
It retails for RM45.50 after ongoing discounts at Watsons.
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer
Olay Regenerist RETINOL24 Facial Moisturizer deeply penetrates the skin’s surface layers. Its unique combination of Niacinamide and Retinol provides hydration for a full 24 hours, delivering a range of benefits. Look forward to improvements in fine lines and wrinkles, skin smoothness, brightness, firmness, dark spots, and pore appearance.
For those with sensitive skin, you’ll be happy to know that this moisturiser is free from fragrances and dyes.
Reviews
Planning to repurchase because I can really the improvements on my skin! My skin looks a lot more radiant and smooth. –Nicolette Bernard, Watsons
It glides on your face, [and feels] smooth and yet not oily. –L, Watsons
What We Love
- Contains retinol, a proven anti-ageing ingredient
- Texture is comfortable and velvety
- Lots of good reviews online
What To Consider
- Some users may react negatively to retinol.
Purchase Details
It retails for RM65.94 after ongoing discounts at Watsons.
Wardah Renew You Anti Aging Night Cream
This cream is formulated with the Advanced RecoverAge System that offers skin both protection and nourishment, even during your sleep.
Infused with five botanical extracts, it aids in the exfoliation process and promotes cell renewal, while peptides work to boost collagen production. As a result, your skin appears firmer, more radiant, and youthful.
Reviews
Aku pakai ini sudah 2 tahun dan ini cocok banget buat kulit kamu yang memerlukan anti aging seperti keriput dan kering krna ini lembab banget say. –nurulrachma, Female Daily
Setiap pakai ini malam hari, pagi nya langsung kencang, cerah dan melembab kan. Selalu pakai Setiap hari karena sesuka itu, aku selalu repeat order karena nyaman dengan produk nya. –Ristyayuris, Female Daily
What We Love
- No retinol, so suitable for those who react poorly to it
- Halal-certified
What To Consider
- Some feel that the cream feels too heavy.
Purchase Details
It retails for RM41.90 at Watsons.
Neutrogena Visible Repair Regenerating Cream
Perfect for those new to retinol, Neutrogena Visible Repair Regenerating Cream is designed to create visibly smoother and more youthful skin. It works by minimising the appearance of fine lines and diminishing deep wrinkles, enhancing the overall skin texture.
Additionally, it supports the skin’s moisture barrier while boosting hydration, elasticity, and firmness, resulting in a more radiant, clear, and smooth complexion.
Reviews
After using the visible repair regenerating cream I noticed a remarkable improvement in my skin’s texture and elasticity. –Y, Watsons
Cream ini sangat membantu kulit saya yang combination skin jerawat yang banyak jeragat yg semakin kelihatan. –Z, Watsons
What We Love
- Contains retinol, a proven anti-ageing ingredient
- Texture is non-oily and non-sticky
- Lots of good reviews online
What To Consider
- Some users may react negatively to retinol.
Purchase Details
It retails for RM76.93 after ongoing discounts at Watsons.
Luxury Anti-Ageing Creams Above RM100
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
A clinically validated anti-wrinkle moisturiser designed to enhance hydration, it helps skin appear firmer and more radiant.
The award-winning anti-ageing cream is hydrating and is infused with potent marine and botanical ingredients to help combat signs of ageing.
Reviews
This is a total game changer… It’s amazingly hydrating and has transformed my skin –Anonymous, Sephora
I have been using this product for a few weeks, and I have visibly noticed my skin looks smoother. My smile lines aren’t as noticeable as they were. –Anonymous, Sephora
What We Love
- Contains AHAs and antioxidants
- Lots of good reviews online
What To Consider
- Some users find the texture too oily and heavy.
Purchase Details
It retails for RM570 at Elemis boutiques and Sephora.
SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream
This premium anti-ageing cream is enriched with a unique mix of Pitera, Kinren, and Peony Extract to rejuvenate skin’s youthful appearance, as it protects against daily environmental stressors.
Enhancing plumpness and skin firmness, the cream also promises to reduce visible wrinkles.
Reviews
Probably my 4th bottle now. Love it – love, love, love. Very moisturising! –KS, Sephora
It’s non-oily and works well on my makeup. It’s a superb anti-ageing cream. –Noreen Yusak, Sephora
What We Love
- Lightweight texture that absorbs quickly
- Targets multiple signs of ageing
- Lots of good reviews online
What To Consider
- High price
Purchase Details
It retails for RM750 at SK-II boutiques and counters, as well as Sephora.
Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
This anti-ageing cream has a clean formula featuring 1.0% vegan retinol and nutrient-dense superfoods designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage.
Besides enhancing the appearance and texture of uneven skin, it also protects against damage with its unique Triple-Peptide blend. Additionally, Vitamin F fatty acids contribute to improved texture and hydration, helping to soothe the skin.
Reviews
Have been using it for over a year now. Works really well, has definitely improved my skin outlook. –Amina Haroon, Sephora
It is working at getting rid of fine lines and wrinkles. –Anonymous, Sephora
What We Love
- Vegan formula
- Uses plant-based retinol alternative so it’s less irritating on the skin
What To Consider
- Some users find its smell unpleasant
Purchase Details
It retails for RM365 at Sephora.
Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Soft Creme Moisturizer
This gentle cream is designed for firming, lifting, and enhancing radiance.
Thanks to the unique combination of Moringa Extract and Hibiscus-8 Fraction in its formula, this revitalises the skin’s collagen production so that your facial contour looks more lifted and defined.
Reviews
Happy that this cream is not oily at all for my oily face. It absorbs very well. and give my face a glow. –Susan Yap, Sephora
Great moisturiser for mature dry/combination skin. –FT, Sephora
What We Love
- Non-oily and non-greasy texture.
- Targets multiple signs of ageing
- Lots of good reviews online
What To Consider
- High price
Purchase Details
It retails for RM630 at Estee Lauder boutiques and counters, as well as Sephora.
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Moisturizer with Multi-Action Super Lotus
This antioxidant-rich formula features ethically sourced Super Lotus, a unique plant extract that shields the skin from everyday stressors.
It also includes star fruit leaf extract to help smooth out visible wrinkles and polyglutamic acid to retain moisture.
The result is skin that feels soft, looks radiant, and is perfectly primed for makeup.
Reviews
This has always been my safety net. Will always return to this product when my skin flared up. –May, Sephora
Really good makes your skin so so soft! Has a nice natural scent as well. –Fatima Hassan, Sephora
What We Love
- Contains antioxidants
- This is fragrance-, paraben-, silicone-, and sulphate-free
- Can double up as a makeup primer
What To Consider
- Some find the texture too thick
Purchase Details
It retails for RM330 at Fresh boutiques, as well as Sephora.
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