| Find out what stage your skin is at and what | | | | discoloration, and changes in skin color may |
| skincare will benefit you, no matter what your | | | | become much more visible. Retinoids, anti-oxidants |
| age.We've become a society obsessed with our | | | | and alpha hydroxy acids can improve the look of |
| looks. | | | | your skin and your 40's would be a good time to |
| It's been noted that we spend more on beauty | | | | begin using them. Of course it's essential that you |
| products in the west than we do on education. | | | | continue using a thick moisturizer and eye serums |
| Why are we so obsessed? Because it's easier and | | | | on a daily basis. |
| more affordable than ever before.Anti-aging | | | | Home microdermabrasion kits are also an option |
| skincare technology has progressed leaps and | | | | that can result in a smoother more even |
| bounds. We know more about the skin today | | | | appearing skin texture and tone while rejuvenating |
| than we ever did. There are advanced skincare | | | | your skin's texture and color. |
| products that can erase years, and of course, the | | | | 50 Something |
| plastic surgeon has perfected his trade such that | | | | Changes in your skin have reached high gear. |
| procedures are easier and cheaper than ever | | | | Menopause has assisted in the loss of Estrogen |
| before. | | | | which is what has given your skin its elasticity and |
| Are we justified in our obsession? | | | | kept it hydrated, however since those estrogen |
| They say that beauty is only skin deep, and while | | | | levels have diminished, you will begin seeing |
| I believe this to be true it's also important to do | | | | wrinkles form around your eyes, drooping eyelids |
| what feels right for you. If keeping up | | | | and expression lines around the mouth and |
| appearances gets you through the day then, by | | | | forehead. |
| all means, that's what you need to do, however I | | | | Begin using anti-aging or wrinkle reducing formulas |
| must add that I'm not a fan of going under the | | | | such as vitamin A (Retinol) or Glycolic acid |
| knife. With the huge advances made in skincare | | | | products. Retin A has proven to reduce fine lines |
| products today, I'd much prefer taking the less | | | | and wrinkles while improving skin texture, skin |
| invasive route. | | | | tone and color, as well as your skin's hydration |
| Here's a few age related tips and remedies that | | | | levels. |
| will help boost your skin's appearance at any age | | | | Glycolic acid will trigger new formation of collagen |
| without needles and knives. | | | | to plump cells and reduce wrinkles on the skin's |
| 20 Something | | | | surface. Postmenopausal women can also use a |
| Your skin is at its peak of beauty in your | | | | cream containing progesterone that may improve |
| twenties, however nurture its beauty and always | | | | skin elasticity and firmness. |
| use at least an SPF 30 sunscreen. Of course this | | | | 60 Something |
| should continue at any age. | | | | By age 60 all types of collagen are significantly |
| Avoid oily makeup and coverups. Use an oil free | | | | below their youthful levels. There are, however |
| moisturizer every day. This is also a good time to | | | | wonderful hydrating creams that contain Alpha |
| begin using an eye cream under the eye area at | | | | Hydroxy acids (Glycolic acids), soy, green tea and |
| night. | | | | retinol (vitamin A) which your skin will need now |
| Try using products that contain green tea which | | | | that it is drier and showing major signs of age. |
| have shown to help reduce the risk of skin | | | | The alpha Hydroxy acids will help reduce droopy |
| cancer. | | | | skin and the retinol will reduce your fine lines. |
| 30 Something | | | | 60 Plus |
| Your 30's is when your skin is beginning to | | | | Your skin's texture will become visibly less |
| become a bit drier and sun damage may begin to | | | | smooth and you will most likely begin to see age |
| appear. It's time to start using thicker moisturizing | | | | spots. You'll appreciate the early care you've given |
| creams so as to lock in high contents of moisture. | | | | to your skin because the signs of aging will be |
| Continue with eye creams at night and use your | | | | minimal, however, if you haven't started early |
| sunscreen religiously. Also, skin bleaching products | | | | you'll clearly notice the effects of neglect. |
| may need to be used to diminish dark spots from | | | | While it's never too late to take care of your skin |
| sun damage. Hint: Put your moisturizer on over | | | | the damage you already have will be difficult to |
| damp skin. This helps lock in more moisture. | | | | reduce without special medical treatments such as |
| 40 SomethingIt's time to kick it up another notch. | | | | botox or perhaps surgical procedures. All the |
| Your forties is when your skin loses much of it | | | | above should continue to be applied but it is wise |
| tightness. It may begin to look dull and your pores | | | | to consult your physician on advanced treatments. |
| may become larger. Blotches, freckles, age spots, | | | | |