Just as our skincare routine changes with the seasons, so should it as we get older. What worked well for us in our 20s will not help us so much in our 40s. To keep your youthful glow, it is important to make sure your skincare routine is tailored to what your skin needs at each age.

The Very Beginning

A good skincare routine should start in your early to mid-20s before the aging process really starts to even take hold. The purpose is to slow down the aging process because it is very difficult to go back to what has already happened. If your skin is already damaged and showing signs of aging, it is not so easy to reverse that. One of the most important skin care tips for those in their 20s is to apply sunscreen every single day. Excessive exposure to the sun’s rays is one of the most leading causes of skin damage and aging and most of this damage happens at a young age. This doesn’t mean you need to smell as if you just stepped off the beach, you can buy ones that are more like a moisturizer. Prevention here is the key to keeping that youthful glow. Don’t forget to also apply sunscreen to areas where the skin is delicate such as the hands and décolletage.

Into Your 30s

Oh, the dirty 30s. While most people consider turning 30 akin to a death sentence, you’re not over the hill. No need to rush out for Botox just yet, rather try finding a skincare routine that works for you. If you feel that your current skincare routine is doing nothing for you, then drop it. There are many fantastic products on the market that you can get excited about. One indulgence that you should make time for is a facial. Facials help treat and prevent common skin problem and they help keep on top of the changes happening to your skin naturally. The benefits include smoother, firmer, and hydrated skin, a glowing complexion, and fewer breakouts. Ideally, you should have a facial once a month, but it is more important to be diligent about them in winter if your skin is very dry.

Fantastic 40s

These are the years where collagen becomes important when it comes to beauty products. Collagen is a protein that is found in our cells which helps hold our skin together. This is what helps our skin look firm and smooth. However, as we get older, the amount of collagen our body produces slows down. You will have lost about half of the collagen in your body by the time you reach 50 which is what causes wrinkles and sagging skin. Certain lifestyle habits can speed up this process such as smoking or spending a lot of time in the sun without sunscreen. So if you want to age gracefully, you should find ways to replace the collagen that the body loses. One way is through the use of supplements. Though not everyone is that adventurous, so it is essential to moisturize. Choose a product with anti-aging ingredients and make sure you always apply it in an upward motion to not encourage the effects of gravity. Drinking a lot of water will also work wonders for your skin and keep it hydrated.

The Golden Age  

Turning 50 is said to be the golden age of happiness. This is the period of time in your life where most of your achievements have been met and a lot of worries are behind you. But all these years of hard work and chasing children may have left you tired, and your eyes are the first to show it. Sleep is essential for healthy skin. It is called beauty sleep, after all. Making sure to get at least 8 hours of sleep a night and applying a good eye cream will help give you a brighter appearance. Look for a cream that contains a retinol/glycolic blend which is good for hydrating the skin and reducing puffiness and inflammation. Whatever you apply around your eyes, is also good for applying around your lips.