Is it too early to start an anti-aging skincare routine? According to Dr. Dendy Engelman, a board-certified dermatologic surgeon, the answer is no. More specifically, it's never too early to start fighting certain problems (pigmentation, fine lines around the eyes, dull skin, etc.) by using anti-aging ingredients (it's also great if you don't like them that much). But where to start? For more information, we spoke with Engelman, along with board-certified dermatologist, Dr.
Michele Henry, and Shani Darden, a famous licensed esthetician and founder of Shani Darden Skincare. Immediately after the cleanser, the tonic comes to prepare the skin for the following products. The tonic is a necessary step for those who tend to have oily skin or if they are prone to acne, Henry explains. If you have very dry skin, consider applying a drop of facial oil before putting on your daily moisturizer.
Look for skin-friendly ingredients, such as soothing rosehip oil and sea buckthorn conditioning oil. Since the sun is a major contributor to premature aging, SPF is the most important step in an anti-aging skincare routine. Exposure to the sun depletes collagen in the skin and can cause pigmentation problems, Darden explains. After a full day of exposure to the elements, washing your face once isn't enough.
For proper double cleansing, apply an oil-based option before lathering up with a gel-based cleanser. An oil or balm will remove old makeup, dirt and debris, and the subsequent gel ensures that you'll have a clean canvas to clear pores and better absorb the product. AHAs, like glycolic acid, are great for exfoliating, says Engelman. Sunday Riley's Good Genes lactic acid option moisturizes the skin and, at the same time, brightens it.
Licorice and lemongrass help to brighten dark spots, while prickly pear extract soothes the skin. We prefer to use it every few nights over Luna sleep oil and under a moisturizer. Preserve it all with an excellent moisturizer. Ingredients such as peptides and ceramides are crucial, Engelman tells us, as they reinforce the integrity of the skin.
Drunk Elephant's Protini lightweight cream is like a green skin shake. Packed with nutrients and active ingredients, soy folic acid and pygmy water lily stem cell extract, to be exact, it's formulated to stimulate greater collagen production, so if you want to use a moisturizer specifically designed to combat aging problems, this is the place. To start your morning routine, professionals recommend starting with a gentle facial wash. Toleriane de La Roche-Posay's gentle and hydrating facial cleanser is an excellent choice because it provides deep cleansing without leaving marks, while supporting the skin's moisture barrier.
The sun, tanning beds and sunlamps expose you to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Try adding these 10 routine anti-aging skincare tips to your daily regimen to help treat visible signs of aging and promote a fresh-looking, radiant complexion. Sleep gives the body time to refresh and renew. Take advantage of that time by applying an anti-wrinkle night cream as the last step in your nighttime routine.
One of our favorites is the Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Cream from L'Oréal Paris, with antioxidants, which has a nourishing texture similar to that of a soufflé that helps repair the skin barrier up to 1.5 times faster while you sleep. With consistent use over time, you'll get fewer visible wrinkles, firmer skin and greater luminosity. Since the skin around the eyes is so delicate (and therefore may show signs of aging sooner), it may be a good idea to start using an eye cream (or serum) at 20 years old. Try L'Oréal Paris RevitaLift Derm Intensives eye serum with 1.5% hyaluronic acid and 1% caffeine on the underside of the eyes with the roll-up ball applicator and use your ring finger to apply it gently.
This eye serum includes hyaluronic acid to moisturize and add volume, and caffeine to reduce the appearance of bags, puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. Stein shares tips on the best anti-aging ingredients to look for in your products, as well as skincare routines to keep your skin looking youthful without cracking. When creating your anti-aging skincare routine, consider these popular skincare ingredients that will help you address the most common problems. They can offer personalized anti-aging advice on how to keep skin looking youthful and suggest the best skin care to combat aging.
