Different ages of skin care

AS the years roll by, caring for your skin can feel like a thankless task. What you need is a regime tailored to your age and lifestyle. Our sister publication, No. 1 magazine, has a few invaluable tips.

Time is of the essence

WORKING crazy hours? Or raising kids? Sleep seems like a thing of the past to many 30-somethings. The best plan is to “fake” rested skin without devoting too much of your precious time to it. Try Pixi Nourishing Sleep Mask. When it launched it quickly became a cult favourite, and with good reason. It’s light enough that it won’t weigh down the skin of people in their thirties, who don’t yet need to pull out the anti-ageing big guns, but effective at locking in moisture and plumping the skin because of the hyaluronic acid it contains.

Line of thought

AFTER you turn 40, the fine lines which previously only appeared when you laughed or frowned now stay put. Either they’re a prominent facial feature or are barely noticeable (lucky you!). Once the skin has lined, it cannot be reversed without the help of a needle or scalpel, but the appearance of the lines can be softened dramatically. Start paying attention to the “active ingredients” in your skincare. Skinceutical Metacell Renewal B3 may seem pricey, but it works. It contains Niacinamide and pure Glycerin to stimulate cell turnover and tighten the skin’s surface, making fine lines appear smoother. Also, look out for products containing retinol which can help boost collagen.

Put on a brave face

THERE’S no getting away from the fact that, in your fifties, your skin will now be in need of special care. The natural dip in estrogen has a direct effect on collagen production, meaning the skin loses its elasticity and firmness. Bring gravity into the equation and there’s only one direction in which loose skin can go.

So tightening the skin and boosting collagen is paramount. Make creams containing antioxidants a staple of your daily care regime as they help promote skin regeneration.

Try Esthederm Intensif Hyaluronic Serum. The French company spent years working on a concentrated serum capable of delivering high doses of hyaluronic acid to desensitise and tone the skin, ensuring it looks smooth and plumped.

It’s also imperative to use sunscreen cream. If you’ve been sunbathing with minimal protection down the years, the damage will now be evident. Put a stop to it now and ensure no further harm. Most creams now contain an SPF (sun protection factor), so be sure to apply some every day.