Our selection of the best firming creams for face and body

Since its creation, Nescens has built its expertise on the biology of aging and a deep understanding of cellular and molecular mechanisms. The goal of its founder, Professor Proust, has remained the same: to offer

skincare tailored to your individual skin concerns.

Here is our selection of the best firming creams for the face and body at Nescens:

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  Activator serum stem cells

  : designed for loss of firmness in the skin starting at age 35.

• Anti-slackening complex: restores the density of weakened body tissues caused by significant sun exposure or weight loss.
  

  Keratolytic complex

  : refines skin texture and enhances radiance by boosting cellular renewal.

• Lifting and volumizing lip balm

  : restores structure and hydration to the lips, one of the most delicate areas of the body. Suitable for all.

• Bio-identical restoring mask

  : supports sensitive or dehydrated skin.

Also check out our anti-aging body skincare routine, the best techniques to firm skin after 60, and the ideal anti-aging products for men.

Stimulating the skin’s natural regenerative potential, the activator serum stem cells improves both dermal and epidermal density. And

Its benefits go beyond firmness: the formula supports overall cellular renewal, resulting in less visible appearance of wrinkles, firmer skin, and a more radiant complexion.

This serum is suitable for men and women from age 35 whose skin is beginning to show signs of aging and loss of firmness. It can also be used after cosmetic surgery to stimulate cellular renewal or during periods of stress.

The anti-slackening complex is a high-performance product specifically designed to restore skin firmness and tone. Suitable for all skin types, it features a powerful synergy of active ingredients: vitamin E (increases skin hydration to combat loss of density), niacinamide and retinyl palmitate (stimulate collagen production), and N-acetyl glucosamine (supports cellular adhesion).

This body product is ideal for anyone experiencing skin laxity, whether due to weight loss, prolonged sun exposure, or the natural aging process.

The keratolytic complex is an enzymatic peel (gel texture) designed for blemish-prone skin as well as mature skin.

Applied as a mask once a month during 5 minutes, this peel combines three acids: salicylic, lactobionic, and phytic acid. It provides a gentle smoothing effect, evens out the skin tone, enhances radiance, and tightens pores.

Lips are also affected by aging and prolonged sun exposure, leading to volume loss and the appearance of vertical lines.

This comprehensive lip product hydrates with hyaluronic acid, nourishes with cocoa butter, and reduces the appearance of marked lines with regenerative swertia chirata extract.

Lips are one of the most delicate and thin areas of the face, making them prone to dehydration and more visible wrinkles, regardless of skin type. The lifting and volumizing lip balm is suitable for both men and women seeking to restore volume, combat dryness, and smooth fine lines around the lips.

This

works on the skin’s structure to strengthen the skin barrier (thanks to its bio-identical lipids) and reduce trans-epidermal water loss, helping maintain optimal hydration. Rich in vitamin C, it promotes a more radiant complexion and stimulates collagen production, supporting skin elasticity and density.

It is ideal for anyone with a weakened skin barrier or skin in need of deep hydration, comfort, and soothing care. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, this mask restores flexibility and radiance while reducing the first signs of aging.

For over 30 years, Nescens has developed its expertise in cellular biology under the supervision of Professor Jacques Proust, a world-renowned expert in the biology of aging.

These

bridging the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceutical products-are designed to target the molecular mechanisms responsible for skin aging. By relying on advanced anti-aging research, Nescens creates formulations inspired by biomedical principles that support cellular renewal and inhibit molecular deterioration processes.

Starting around age 25, the skin produces less collagen and elastin, which can lead to gradual loss of firmness. Skin laxity can also be caused by several other factors:

• Significant weight loss

• Hormonal changes

• Prolonged sun exposure

Yes, and numerous scientific studies support this. According to a 2021 study published on PubMed, firming body creams were effective in tightening lax and photo-damaged skin on the outer arms after an average of 12 weeks of use, with two applications per day.

The effects of firming actives (such as retinaldehyde, niacinamide, etc.) on the face are also significant. Regular application can deliver visible and meaningful anti-aging results in as little as one month, according to a 2025 study in the Journal of Scientific Dermatology.

On average, it takes 21 days (the duration of a full cell renewal cycle) to notice the first visible improvements. During this period, new skin cells rise to the surface while dead cells are shed. At the same time, the firming products stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, helping to tighten and firm the skin.