Scientists Invented a Miracle Cream That Removes Wrinkles Instantly

For as long as humans have been able to see their reflections, they've been vain. And a big part of that has been trying to fight the aging process. Mark 2016 as the year scientists finally discovered the fountain of youth -- albeit in a laboratory. Seriously, MIT scientists invented a cream that'll make people instantly look younger.

According to MIT News, this newly invented silicone-based polymer could be used to treat wrinkles, and eventually skin diseases like eczema, through the creation of a kind of "second skin." To use this technology on the day to day, you put two creams on the area you want tightened -- one containing the polymer and one that works as a catalyst -- which creates a transparent and strong elastic layer that not only looks and acts a lot like skin, but will temporarily smooth all your wrinkles. 

Daniel Anderson, a member of MIT's Institute for Medical Engineering and Science, described the miracle cream saying, "It’s an invisible layer that can provide a barrier, provide cosmetic improvement, and potentially deliver a drug locally to the area that’s being treated. Those three things together could really make it ideal for use in humans."

Take a look at how it works:

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As Anderson touched on, treating wrinkles is only one of the invention's benefits. Adding to this point, dermatologist and Harvard Medical School professor Thahn Nga Tran said, “I think it has great potential for both cosmetic and noncosmetic applications, especially if you could incorporate antimicrobial agents or medications."

While initials tests were promising, further development is ongoing.

Good news, Hollywood. Looks like temporary everlasting youth is on its way.

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Kara King is a News Writer at Thrillist and usually has concealer on hand. Send news tips to news@thrillist.com and follow her at @karatillie.