A method of improving the appearance of aging skin that includes applying an effective amount of artichoke leaf extract and vitamin B3 compound in combination to a target area of skin that exhibits a sign of aging skin, and compositions that include an effective amount of artichoke leaf extract and vitamin B3 compound in combination. The composition is applied for a period of time sufficient for the combination of vitamin B3 compound and niacinamide to improve the appearance of the aging skin.
