Serious Skin Care

Skin Care Advice At Any Age
By: Elizabeth McGee

Weve become a society obsessed with our looks.

Its been noted that we spend more on beauty products in the

west than we do on education.

Why are we so obsessed Because its easier and more

affordable than ever before.Antiaging skincare technology

has progressed leaps and bounds. We know more about the

skin today than we ever did. There are advanced skincare

products that can erase years and of course the plastic

surgeon has perfected his trade such that procedures are

easier and cheaper than ever before.

Are we justified in our obsession

They say that beauty is only skin deep and while I believe

this to be true its also important to do what feels right for

you. If keeping up appearances gets you through the day

then by all means thats what you need to do however I

must add that Im not a fan of going under the knife. With

the huge advances made in skincare products today Id

much prefer taking the less invasive route.

Heres a few age related tips and remedies that will help

boost your skins appearance at any age without needles

and knives.

20 Something

Your skin is at its peak of beauty in your twenties however

nurture its beauty and always use at least an SPF 30

sunscreen. Of course this should continue at any age.

Avoid oily makeup and coverups. Use an oil free moisturizer

every day. This is also a good time to begin using an eye cream

under the eye area at night.

Try using products that contain green tea which have shown

to help reduce the risk of skin cancer.

30 Something

Your 30s is when your skin is beginning to become

a bit drier and sun damage may begin to appear. Its time to

start using thicker moisturizing creams so as to lock in high

contents of moisture. Continue with eye creams at night and use

your sunscreen religiously. Also skin bleaching products

may need to be used to diminish dark spots from sun damage.

Hint: Put your moisturizer on over damp skin. This helps lock in

more moisture.

40 Something

Its time to kick it up another notch. Your forties is when your

skin loses much of it tightness. It may begin to look dull and

your pores may become larger. Blotches freckles age spots

discoloration and changes in skin color may become much

more visible. Retinoids antioxidants and alpha hydroxy acids

can improve the look of your skin and your 40s would be

a

good time to begin using them. Of course its essential that

you continue using a thick moisturizer and eye serums on a

daily basis.

Home microdermabrasion kits are also an option that can result

in a smoother more even appearing skin texture and tone while

rejuvenating your skins texture and color.

50 Something

Changes in your skin have reached high gear. Menopause has

assisted in the loss of Estrogen which is what has given your

skin its elasticity and kept it hydrated however since those

estrogen levels have diminished you will begin seeing wrinkles

form around your eyes drooping eyelids and expression

lines around the mouth and forehead.

Begin using antiaging or wrinkle reducing formulas such as

vitamin A (Retinol) or Glycolic acid products. Retin A has proven

to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while improving skin texture skin

tone and color as well as your skins hydration levels.

Glycolic acid will trigger new formation of collagen to plump

cells and reduce wrinkles on the skins surface. Postmenopausal

women can also use a cream containing progesterone that may

improve skin elasticity and firmness.

60 Something

By age 60 all types of collagen are significantly below their

youthful levels. There are however wonderful hydrating creams that

contain Alpha Hydroxy acids (Glycolic acids) soy green tea and

retinol (vitamin A) which your skin will need now that it is drier and

showing major signs of age. The alpha Hydroxy acids will help reduce

droopy skin and the retinol will reduce your fine lines.

60 Plus

Your skins texture will become visibly less smooth and you

will most likely begin to see age spots. Youll appreciate

the early care youve given to your skin because the signs of aging

will be minimal however if you havent started early youll clearly

notice the effects of neglect.

While its never too late to take care of your skin the damage you

already have will be difficult to reduce without special medical

treatments such as botox or perhaps surgical procedures.

All the above should continue to be applied but it is wise to

consult your physician on advanced treatments.

If you havent yet reached 60 the best skin care advice is to

follow a good skin care regimen at an early age. Its an easy

habit to get into and best of all youll thank yourself later on.

Elizabeth is an online skin care consultant who features and

reviews fine beauty and serious skin care products. Sign up

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