Skin Care Routine

How many of us do really care about the skin we got? The type of skin we got? The best remedy for our skin? And more importantly, how can we take care of our skin? The good news is that the skin is always in the state of constant growth, with the dying of old cells, new cells are formed. But the bad news is that as the outermost layer of the body, the skin is easily affected by different factors, such as our food habits, where we live, etc.

Now, the most common questions asked are what suits my skin and what should I do for shiny and good skin. Before finding the answer, you need to know the type of your skin. Is it dry, oily, or combination? Every skin type requires a specific routine on a day to day basis. As information is bliss, we have gathered all that you need to know. Scroll down and learn what you need.

What skincare routines do dermatologists recommend?

Skincare routines can be as divergent as skin types. The common opinion may hold it this way: Clean, moisturize it, repeat.

However, it goes far deeper than that. For example, what should I do at each time of the day? Does my skin need the same ingredients and treatment in the morning, with a higher risk of exposure to the sun, than at night? Or do I know what my skin needs to receive first and then which ingredients need to be added on top?

The skin is the outmost layer of protection in the body. This means, whatever you hope to be absorbed by your skin through serums, creams, lotions, etc. will simply not be absorbed if you don’t apply them in the correct order.

So, you may be wondering how to layer products on your skin for maximum effect. Dermatologists usually recommend applying the ingredients with the thinnest consistency first. Also, whatever ingredient that you need to penetrate your skin, such as collagen or antioxidants found in serums, needs to be used first. Then you should add products with thicker consistency or those which need to stand on the top layer, such as the emollients in the moisturizers.

Clearly, daytime and nighttime skincare regimens vary, and for a good reason. Let’s have a look at what steps are generally taken, without considering the oily and dry skin type differences.

During the day, the skin is exposed to the UV rays of the sun. This indicates that the morning routine should be all about protection.

1- Clean

Cleaning should be the first step to take in the morning. Pick a gentle non-soap cleanser. If you wash your skin thoroughly at night, you don’t need to use a toner in the morning.

2- Use serums and antioxidants

Serums are rich in essential nutrients for your skin. For the best effect, they need to be applied over freshly cleaned skin.

Different kinds of serums are available out there, but according to dermatologists, antioxidant serums work best in the morning. Antioxidant is the factor responsible for the rejuvenation of the skin, by inducing collagen production. Most importantly, it helps to reduce the inflammatory response of the skin to the UV rays of the sun. So, by applying antioxidant serums you will both insert a growth factor in your skin, and give it an extra hand to stop the negative effect of the sun.

3- Apply eye cream

Dr. Annie Chiu, a board-certified dermatologist, advises using eye creams at least twice a day for 20-somethings. The area under and around the eyes is very delicate and it loses “laxity and smooth appearance” gradually.

In order to keep the skin firm and healthy, Dr. Chiu also suggests applying eye creams with SPF, so as to avoid the damage caused by sunlight. It is also better to use sunglasses because we tend to squint our eyes when exposed to the sun and allow lines to appear around them. By regularly using eye creams, you can ensure the elasticity, firmness, and collagen production in the area around the eyes.

4- Treat acne

After cleaning your face, applying a serum, and taking care of the area around the eyes, it is time for acne treatment. In case you have active acne, you can spot-treat that using a variety of serums and natural products. Please remember that active

ingredients in serums may vary. It is important for you to recognize the type of acne on your face, and choose the serums with the best active ingredients.

We have a complete guide about 13 Powerful Home Remedies for Acne in 2020. In summary:

• There are 2 kinds of inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne.
• Non-inflammatory acne, such as blackheads and whiteheads, are less aggressive and easier to be treated. The inflammatory acne, including pustules, papules, nodules, and cysts, are usually treated at a clinic, especially if they are formed in the deeper layers of the skin.
• You need to clean your skin with proper cleansers and toners, exfoliate, spot treat, moisturize, have a healthy diet, use supplements, avoid the sun, steam your skin, or use acne kits.
• You need to be careful about the active ingredients used in acne kits. As such, first, you need to identify the type of your acne, then choose the appropriate product. However, benzoyl peroxide is the most effective product in case you are not sure what to use.

In the morning, you can use tea tree oil for spot treating your acne. But if you prefer a product, then you can choose one with moderate contents of benzoyl peroxide. Be careful to only use it in the affected area, otherwise, your skin will dry out very quickly.

You should also remember that it takes almost 1 to 3 hours for such products to take effect. It is better to let the treatment complete before adding another ingredient, as it would hinder the treatment. Or you can skip the next steps for the affected areas.

5- Moisturize

Can you imagine what our skin goes through when it is constantly exposed to the sun, pollution, and dust? Moisturizing and hydrating the skin are absolutely necessary for healthy skin, even if you have oily skin.

According to dermatologists, the best time to apply moisturizers is when your skin is still a little damp. Therefore, you can quickly complete the steps from cleaning to moisturizing so that there is enough moisture locked in your skin.

Make sure to use the best moisturizers for your skin type. You can also use natural as well as facials.

6- Use sunscreen

Dermatologists swear by sunscreen because one of the factors wreaking havoc on your skin is the sun. Dr. Rogers is one of the dermatologists who believes you can’t get out of your house without applying sunscreen at least a while before going out.

For sunscreen to be effective, it needs to be absorbed by your skin. While using oily sunscreen is not advised, but it is better to use sunscreens with hydrating benefits.

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At night, the skin starts repairing. Therefore, your nighttime skin care should boost the healing and let the skin have access to all it needs.

1- Clean

Clean skin is the highway to skin beauty. You need to wash your face with appropriate products every night, otherwise, you will end up with oily skin, clogged pores, and acne.

In case you use makeup, first remove it with an oil-based cleanser, then use your daily facewash gel or foam to wash your face.

After this, you need to deep clean your face using a toner and scrub. Toners not only balance the pH of your skin, but they also open up the clogged pores. In the meantime, scrubs help remove dead skin cells, debris, and excess oil from the skin.

Note: Using a scrub every day is not absolutely necessary. You can use it if you don’t have your face wash. You can also set a schedule to use it twice a week for more deep cleaning.

2- Use skin health boosters

A clean face is ready to absorb nutrients and solutions that can help to boost its growth, treatment, and repair.

You can use lightweight serums, essence, beauty waters, and mists that can hydrate and nourish the skin. If you use different types of boosters, make sure to apply the thin ones first, then layer the ones with a thicker consistency on top.

3- Use eye creams

Besides keeping the area around your eyes elastic and firm, eye creams also help to blunt the dark circles around the eyes and prevent small lines called craw’s feet. It’s important to apply eye cream at night, after washing your skin.

4- Have your evening treatment

Based on what your skin needs, you can use treatments in the evening. Please note that it is not absolutely necessary to use the treatment every night. In fact, excessive treatment may cause irritation and even worsen the previously existing situation. You may or may not follow this step, and may or may not choose to follow it every day.

Anti-aging serums, exfoliative treatments, prescription meds, and retinol creams are the best treatments to have at night. It is important to remember that you shouldn’t use all treatments together, neither should you exfoliate your skin more than 3 times a week.

5- Moisturize

Moisturizing and keeping your skin hydrated are necessary steps all the time. You can use hydrating or moisturizing face masks to help your skin with hydration, or moisturizers. Moisturizers used at night, also called night creams, are thicker, heavier, and need more time to be absorbed by the skin. So, it is better to use a special moisturizing cream for the night.

Applying a moisturizer is the last step for a nighttime skincare routine, according to Dr. Rogers. It creates a protective layer that prevents water evaporation from your skin.

What do the dermatologists recommend for oily skin?

So far, we have only provided general information about skincare. But what about your specific skin? What should you do if you have oily skin?

Oily skin has large pores, feels greasy, and doesn’t feel smooth when you touch it. A successful routine for oily skin will control the amount of oil produced by oil glands in the skin and contribute to healthy skin.

A skincare routine for oily skin types is almost the same as what we have already said. There are only some details you need to know.

1- Cleaning in the morning and at night is even more essential for oily skin types. Gently wash your face with a water-based cleanser in order to remove the dirt and particles blocking your skin pores.

Best formula: According to Dr. Sandra Lee, an ideal cleanser for oily skins, contains salicylic acid, tea tree oil, and glycolic acid among other ingredients.

2- Regular exfoliation of 2 to 3 times a week will improve the appearance of oily skin. As clogged pores are more common to this skin type, you can choose chemical or physical exfoliants. These will improve the skin texture and the dark spots while giving a fresh look to your skin.

Best formula: Glycolic acid and tea tree oil are ideal exfoliants as well. In addition to this, you can also use alpha and beta acids as well.

 

3- Even with a cleanser and exfoliant, you shouldn’t skip toners. Toners are essential for not only cleaning your pores but also for preparing your skin to absorb the treatments you are going to use in the next steps. A suitable toner keeps your skin moisture, rather than drying it, and shrinks your skin pores.

Best formula: For oily skin, a toner needs to contain lactic acid, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid.

4- There are all sorts of treatments for all kinds of issues that may occur to your skin. All you need to do is to make sure to choose more lightweight products that can be absorbed easily.

Best formula: Depending on the kind of problem you like to ward off, you can use different ingredients. If there are any signs of acne breakouts, you can use serums with benzoyl

Peroxide or sulfur. Also, serums or essences containing retinol are very effective in cleaning and rejuvenating your skin.

5- Moisturizing is a must, even for oily skin types. It will help to lock moisture and all the treatments used in the previous steps in your skin. However, not any moisturizer is suitable for oily skin. You’d better go with water-based emulsion or gel-like moisturizers.

Best formula: Moisturizers for oily skin should not be as light as possible. Silicon-free and oil-free products containing glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and humectants are suitable for maintaining water in your skin, without causing further clogging in your skin pores. Moisturizers used for night can also contain retinol.

6- Even a moisturizer cannot exclude the importance of eye cream. Apply eye creams at least twice a day, to protect the delicate skin under and around your eyes.

7- Use sunscreen no matter what.

Best formula: Your sunscreen shouldn’t interfere with your moisturizer. Pick an oil-free sunscreen, containing zinc oxide or titanium oxide. Make sure your sunscreen is at least SPF 30, so it can effectively shield the UV rays of the sun.

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Dry skin is usually dehydrated, has flakes, and can even get scales. Dermatologists suggest the almost same routine for dry skin: Cleaning, protecting, and moisturizing the skin in the morning, cleaning, exfoliating, and treating it at night.

1- You need to clean your face with a product that hydrates rather than drying your skin.

Best formula: Dry skin types need to be cleaned with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and niacinamide if your skin suffers from inflammation.

2- Exfoliation is the never to be skipped step in a skincare routine, even if you have dry skin. Try exfoliating once or twice a week only, as more frequent exfoliation might have adverse results.

Best formula: Dry skin is more sensitive and prone to irritation. Therefore, the ingredients in your exfoliant should not bother you much. Avoid products with alcoholic contents, as it further dehydrates your skin. Products with glycolic acid are powerful exfoliants, but they might cause irritation. In this case, try products with lactic acid. You may also like to take note that your exfoliant contains coconut oil, ceramides, or shea butter.

3- Toners are not to be skipped for cleaning up the pores. You just have to be careful not to let your toner dry your skin.

Best formula: Toners for dry skin should not have alcohol, but contain hyaluronic acid.

4- Use serums in order to further nourish your skin, treat fine lines, or brighten up your skin.

Best formula: depending on the issue to be addressed the active ingredients you need to take with your serum may vary.

Generally speaking, you can focus on serums containing Vitamin C to induce the production of antioxidants in the morning. At night, you can use retinol, also known as Vitamin A.

5- A dehydrated skin needs moisturizing the most. You need to make sure to have your skin hydrated both in the morning and at night. Moisturizing products include creams, lotions, serums, and sheet masks.

Best formula: According to Dr. Farber, thick moisturizers are suitable for dry skins. You can choose oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizers with glycerin, ceramides, and dimethicone. For your day cream, you can choose a product with SPF. And as for your night cream, you can rely on ingredients that are similar to the natural lipids found in your body. These include jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, etc.

6- Make sure to use an eye cream at least twice a day. Your eye cream should further protect your skin, make it firmer and smooth.

7- In the morning, you definitely need to use sunscreen.

Best formula: Your sunscreen should be at least SPF 30. Try to choose an oil-free and serum-like formula that won’t feel heavy on your skin. If you pick a product with moisturizing and restoring factors such as peptides and ceramides you will both eliminate the need for a moisturizer and help reduce wrinkles. On the contrary, you would like to avoid products containing alcohol or fragrance, as they tend to further dehydrate the skin and cause irritation.

It is no secret that when you hit 40, the skin develops a whole different set of concerns. Hopefully, by this age, you’ve conquered the breakouts that may have plagued your 20s and 30s (although some women continue to experience acne beyond that, experts say), but now you’re probably noticing deeper-set lines, dark spots, and a general loss of plumpness.

New York City dermatologist Dendy Engelman, MD, tells Health that skin begins to lose about 10% of its collagen once we turn 30—which means that by 40, complexions can be dull-looking and uneven. “Wrinkles may be more predominant,” she adds, “and because of hormonal changes, dryness and discoloration can become an issue.”

Another concern? Skin that’s 40-plus doesn’t bounce back as easily as it once did. “In our 40s, our skin’s turnover rate has slowed down,” says Debra Jaliman, MD, a New York City dermatologist and author of Skin Rules. “It takes longer to heal.”

As a result, you may find yourself grappling with aftereffects of years spent in the sun, such as hyperpigmentation and fine lines. “We have most likely spent plenty of time in the sun [by 40], which has broken down our collagen levels faster than we can replace them,” says Dr. Jaliman.

When you enter your late 30s and early 40s, skincare starts to take on a bit more importance, even if it was something you always valued. While some women start to be concerned or uncomfortable with the idea of visibly aging, for others, developing and sticking to a healthy skincare routine in your 40s is more about aging as gracefully as you possibly can and keeping your body’s largest organ as healthy as possible, rather than trying to stubbornly prevent aging entirely.

There are many things you can do beginning in your 40s (or even earlier in some cases) to keep your skin healthy for the rest of your life. If you’re looking for more ideas about how to take care of your skin during your 40s, here’s what you need to know.

 Skincare routine in your 40s

Establishing a skincare routine that works for you is especially important in your 40s, experts say. “Consistency with your regimen is key,” says Anna Guanche, MD, a dermatologist and celebrity beauty expert based in Calabasas, California. “Great skin takes discipline.”

In the morning, gently cleanse before putting on moisturizer and sunscreen (wearing it every day is crucial, Dr. Guanche stresses). As you apply your products, start using the thinnest first (such as an essence), then work your way up to heavier formulas. In general, you may want to incorporate products that deliver more moisture at this age, experts add.

Proven anti-agers like retinol, antioxidants such as vitamin C, and gentle exfoliators can help keep 40-plus skin healthy and hydrated. As for ingredients you can scale back on? “If you’re not really suffering from acne anymore, you can stop using harsh astringent toners and salicylic acid,” says Dr. Guanche.

Boost collagen and elastin production

While the skin on your face likely looks full and plump rather than thin and sunken, as it can while you’re aging, in your 40s your body’s production of elastin and collagen starts to slow. “Therefore, we need to boost collagen and elastin production with peptides as well as antioxidants that can increase collagen production, which gives our skin that supple tone,” Dr. Marnie Nussbaum, a dermatologist, told me.

“Our skin cell turnover dramatically reduces as well, resulting in dullness, dryness as well as fine lines and wrinkles. Retinols are critical to help speed up the process once again and brighten the complexion,” Nussbaum continued. “Due to the extra layers of dead skin cells, we are also less hydrated and losing moisture. Therefore, it may be time, depending on your skin type, to switch over from oil-free products to creamier, thicker humectants and occlusives with ceramides and hyaluronic acids to rehydrate and plump the skin.”

Consciously adding thicker hydrating creams and retinol can help keep your skin looking healthy, dewy, and refreshed, which is what women of all ages want, after all.

Exfoliate

To help keep your skin glowing in your 40s, you likely need to exfoliate more regularly than you did in your 20s and 30s because skin cell turnover happens slower than in earlier decades.

“Regular peels and exfoliation products help, Retin-A, peptides, and vitamin C are great in the anti-aging arsenal at this time,” said Celebrity Esthetician Angela Caglia. “It’s also a time when fillers can take back years.” Using scrubs and other exfoliators can help in between professional peels.

Drink lots of water

Drinking plenty of water each and every day is exceptionally important for your overall health. It’s good for your organs, your energy levels, and — you guessed it — your skin. According to Jean Rossolillo, a medical aesthetician and laser technician with Full Circle Health, drinking plenty of water is important because “hydrating internally can help our skin hold on to moisture.” That is important as you get older and your skin does not automatically retain as much moisture as it did in previous decades.

Take care of your neck

When you’re thinking about how to go about developing your skincare routine in your 40s, don’t focus solely on your face at the expense of your neck. “Don’t overlook your neck — do put sunscreen on it every day as well as moisturize it,” said Maricela Lewis Watson, a cosmetic specialist at The Shoreditch Spa.

Apply your nighttime serum, moisturizer, and any other products that you’d apply to your face to your neck as well. If you only take care of the skin on your face, your neck will give away not only your age, but also how much time you spent in the sun in your younger years and any other skincare mistakes you may have made. Don’t neglect your neck.

Sleep well

Sleep is always important for your overall health and wellbeing — mental, physical, and emotional — but it’s even more important in regards to skincare in your 40s. “Even a late night or too much alcohol can show up more on our face in our 40s, so it’s more important to get a full night’s rest, eat well, and exercise to stimulate blood flow and keep our skin glowing,” said Caglia. Make sure you get your full seven to nine hours of sleep. Your skin will thank you. You will wake up feeling more refreshed, but also looking visibly

The Ultimate Skincare Routine for Your 40s:

Step 1. Cleanse

The start of any great skincare regime begins with double cleansing – our fave K-Beauty ritual, where you first cleanse with a cleansing oil, followed by a milk, foam, or water-based cleanser. By cleansing twice, you’ll ensure that all of the dirt, bacteria, and oil is removed from your skin. As your skin is now producing a lot less oil, you can actually cleanse twice with hydrating cleansing oils. Alternatively, Dr. Timm Golueke recommends, “A cleansing balm, as it doesn’t strip your skin of its natural oils.” Just make sure you’re super gentle when you’re cleansing – don’t tug at your skin, instead gently massage the oil into a lather, as this will help stimulate collagen while the soft fluid movements upwards and outwards will help boost lymphatic drainage.

Our go-to products: We need the Deep Cleansing Oil, which is enriched with vitamin E and olive oil, so it’s super hydrating. Another favorite of ours is the Oil, which also has vitamin E, plus vitamin A to boost radiance and fight free radicals that cause premature aging. We then follow the cream to it encourages skin cell renewal, which naturally slows down with age.

Step 2. Tone

In your 40s you want to use a toner that’ll hydrate and rebalance your skin, so look for toners infused with rich moisturizing ingredients like natural botanicals and peptides. Peptides are amazing for aging skin as they’re made up of chains of amino acids that can help with cell renewal and tissue repair.

Step 3. Exfoliate

Exfoliation is an essential step in all skin care regimes, but it’s especially important for mature skin as it helps increase skin renewal. By using a gentle chemical exfoliator twice a week with AHAs like moisturizing lactic acid, you’ll boost cell turnover and your glow. Gentle exfoliation can also help reduce the appearance of sunspots and age spots, which typically occur due to sun exposure and hormonal changes. Like we said exfoliation = essential!

Step 4. Antioxidant serum

If you haven’t already invested in a serum, now is the time. Serums have a lightweight formula with a smaller molecular structure, which means they can penetrate further and repair and hydrate the skin at a much deeper level. Both Dr. Jessica Wu and Timm Goueleke recommend serums containing antioxidants, “Vitamin C and E, which will brighten and improve skin tone, leaving it with a radiant glow.” A peptide and growth factor-based serum is also ideal for mature skin as peptides are made up of amino acids, which help rebuild the skin’s epidermis and also stimulate collagen.

Step 5.

1. Use a brightening agent (daytime)

Dr. Timm Goueleke explains that he often sees “Patients experiencing hyperpigmentation in their 40s,” which is an inconsistency in color, resulting in dark patches and areas of uneven skin tone. To help combat hyperpigmentation, you can use a brightening ingredient, like antioxidant powerhouse vitamin C (check out our guide to treating hyperpigmentation here). We like to use vitamin C in the morning to fight against pollution and protect our skin during the daytime, and then use retinol in the evening.

2. Retinol (nighttime)

“In your 40s, your skin starts to get thinner from a loss of collagen, which leads to fine lines and smile creases. This is why you need to boost your skin’s natural collagen by using a retinoid. Start with an over-the-counter strength if you’re new to retinol, and work up to a prescription-strength one, as tolerated. Ask your dermatologist about Renova, a prescription-strength retinoid which is also extremely moisturizing,” Dr. Jessica Wu suggests. You should also use retinol on your neck and décolletage as these areas show early signs of aging. You should only use retinol in your nighttime routine, after your toned but before your moisturizer.

Step 6. Eye cream

Your eyes are one of the first places to show signs of aging as the skin around the eye is super delicate, so you should be using an eye cream day and night. Look for a formula that has antioxidants as well as retinol, as these will deliver the best results. Hydrolyzed collagen will also help smooth and strengthen the skin around the eye. Dr. Timm Goueleke advises looking for an eye cream that contains “Vitamin C, green tea, and chamomile as these are great for puffiness and reducing dark circles.”

Step 7. Moisturize

By now you’re probably a moisturizing pro, and you know you need to use it both morning and night. But you also need to make sure that it’s the correct formula, enriched with anti-aging ingredients. Dr. Timm Gouleke says to “Look for niacinamide and hyaluronic acid for brightening and moisturization.”

Step 8. Face oil (nighttime)

In your 40s your skincare regime is all about hydration and locking in as much moisture as possible. Adding a face oil is a must. Oils are lipophilic, which means they have a smaller molecular structure so they can penetrate further into your dermis, allowing your skin to retain hydration at a much deeper level. They’ll also repair and protect the skin’s barrier while nourishing the skin. Plus, as you’re using a lot of anti-aging ingredients like retinol and AHAs, which can be quite drying, an oil will rebalance hydration levels.

Step 9. Wear sunscreen

As a board-certified physician assistant, Neekan Rivera works with patients on developing a skincare routine. She said her first goal is to make sure that they consistently apply sunscreen every day before moving on to other goals.

“The better we are with sunblock, the more our skin will just improve over time,” Rivera said. “Even though we can’t reverse the sunspots that are showing from ten or 20 years ago, at least we can protect it from getting worse over the next five, ten years.” Sunscreen is important for prevention, but it’s also important when it comes to minimizing sunspots and changing pigmentation and sensitivity associated with the use of retinol.

said Rivera. “So I always make sure women understand that sunblock is key because otherwise, everything else we want to do to continue maintaining our skin and keep it looking youthful and healthy will make you sensitive.”

Step 10. Sleeping mask (nighttime only)

During the night our skin loses the most moisture, which is why Timm Goueleke recommends “Incorporating a hydrating mask once or twice a week.” More specifically, we’d suggest using a sleeping mask as they create a layer of protection, allowing the active ingredients to penetrate while you get your beauty sleep.

Treatments you could also consider:

Laser: The Isolaz laser is an effective treatment if you’re still facing hormonal breakouts as it can penetrate and cleanse deep into your pores, improving the texture of your skin. Similarly, if you have hyperpigmentation, dark spots, or uneven tone, you could consider the Fraxel 1927 Laser as it can help reduce sun damage, which can also help lower the risk of skin cancer. The fractional CO2 lasers will also help to rejuvenate the skin while radio frequency devices will help tone and tighten the skin.

You may not be interested in getting laser treatments to prevent visible signs of aging or to otherwise take care of your skin as you get older, but Diane Gillin, an advanced registered nurse practitioner at Couture Med Spa recommended that you consider them.

“In your 40s I recommend a one-two punch of IPL and Fractional Skin Resurfacing treatments,” said Gillin. “IPL stands for intense pulsed light therapy and gets rid of anything pigmented on the skin such as sun damage, rosacea, broken capillaries, and melasma. Fractional laser treatments minimize fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, acne scars, and stimulate collagen causing skin tightening. The combination of these laser treatments will take years off your skin and help prevent further aging.”

If those are the kinds of results you’re looking for, you may want to do a little research to see if laser treatments are right for you.

A monthly peel: A monthly peel is a great idea as it’ll encourage skin cell renewal to brighten your skin and gradually fade hyperpigmentation from acne.

Botox: If you’ve always wondered about Botox, be sure to discuss your options with an expert. Botox can be very discreet and can help prevent existing or future lines from deepening.

Fillers: If you’re thinking about fillers, be sure to check out New York’s leading dermatologist, Dr. Doris Day’s guide on how to use fillers and injectables for the most natural look here.

Consider micro-needling

In your 40s, you might need to incorporate some skin rejuvenating procedures into your overall skincare routine. Rivera said she often recommends micro-needling.

“I recommend it for almost everyone because it’s so safe, anyone can do it,” said Rivera. “And what micro-needling does, is it causes these little micro-injuries to our skin which then stimulates our skin repair system and therefore gives us this huge boost of collagen, which, over time… we don’t produce collagen as quickly as we did in our 20s and 30s, so that’s usually what women are complaining of, they’re complaining of collagen-related changes. They are like, ‘you know, my skin is looser, I’m getting some loose skin, I’m getting fine lines and wrinkles.’ So by doing the micro-needling or doing a series or just kind of doing it for maintenance, it just kind of keeps that building over time.”

Finally, stay consistent with your skincare habits

One of the most important things you can do to take care of your skin in your 40s is to consistently employ every piece of your skincare routine. “Good skin care habits should begin in our early 20s to ensure that we will be looking better in our 40s,” Caglia said. “This means regular facials, removing makeup at night, sun protection, and a healthy lifestyle.”

It can be tempting to skip bits and pieces of your skincare routine because you’re busy, tired, or just plain old lazy, but you’ll likely end up regretting it if you do. Stay the course, you’ll be grateful.

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Your guide to facial cleansers

Perhaps the most essential step in every routine recommended by dermatologists is cleansing. It is only with clean skin that you can expect a fresh and healthy look and increased absorption of nutrients as well as treatments.

Facial cleansers, also called face wash, are usually better than bar soaps. Here is why:

• The skin of your face is really sensitive. It always needs a moderate amount of sebum (oil produced by your skin’s sebaceous glands) to protect against the loss of skin hydration and kill bacteria. However, bar soap removes this natural oil. As a result, reactive seborrhea occurs. This is the condition where because of over dryness, your skin’s sebaceous glands produce even more oil than what is natural or necessary for your skin. You can imagine what happens next, right? A skin that feels even more greasy has clogged pores and a higher risk of acne breakouts.
• Bar soap tends to disturb the pH balance of your skin. Because of its contents of alkaline, the pH of bar soap is usually 4.7. If applied on the skin, this condition can lead to the overgrowth of bacteria on your skin and an increased chance of acne breakouts.
• To maintain the shape of a bar, bar soap contains thickening elements that can clog your pores and cause acne.

In short, you may think that bar soap helps to clean your face, but when you think about it, it actually causes problems your skin may not even have in the first. You also need to keep in mind that face skin type varies among individuals, while bar soaps model a 1 size fit all prescription. However, you need to consider your skin type and the product type that goes best with it when shopping for a face wash.

This should account for the variety of cleansing products out there. Confused? Here is a list of all types of cleansers:

1. Foam cleansers
2. Cream cleansers
3. Gel cleansers
4. Bar cleansers
5. Oil cleansers
6. Balms
7. Clay cleansers
8. Milk
9. Micellar cleansers
10. Powder cleansers
11. Charcoal cleansers
12. Vitamin C cleansers
13. Nourishing cleansers
14. Honey cleansers
15. Cleansing mitts, clothes, and wipes

This is only a categorization by form. Let’s dig deeper into product categories and see which types of products and which ingredients are the most suitable for each skin type.

Choose the best cleanser for your skin

To choose the best cleanser, you should first have an idea of your skin and the available types of cleansers.

As I already mentioned, you don’t want to create a problem with your skin that wasn’t there in the first place. So, you need to be careful and monitor your skin before and after using a product.

• Aggressive cleansers can irritate and dehydrate your skin. Such cleansers can adversely affect your skin too, by rebounding the production of sebum.

• Gentle products like oil cleansers might not be able to properly clean your face so chances are they will leave some of the make up or dirt on your face.

In oily skin types, there is an excessive production of sebum which can block skin pores and cause acnes. In the long run, this can also cause your skin pores to look larger and your skin greasier.

In order to properly clean your skin, you need to pick a product that cleans the oil but doesn’t over dry your skin.

That being said, gel-type cleansers, with salicylic acid, tea tree oil, or glycolic acid as well as foams work well for oily skin. Also, as oil attracts oil, you can use natural oils such as jojoba oil, in case your skin is not allergic to it.

Even though the excessive oil is what bothers your skin, you should make sure your face wash does not dry your skin too much. You already know why. If your skin feels dry and stripped, with a tingling or burning sensation after cleansing, then you need to switch to a product that is gentler and has hydrating properties.

Two of the ingredients that will help you address the bacteria which is prone to growing on your skin are niacinamides and the AHAs. One of the useful acids for pimples and acne prone faces is Salicylic acid, which can clean your face and dry possible breakouts.

But when it comes to dry and sensitive skin, you are dealing with a dehydrated and fragile one. So, you need to go for the gentlest cleansers in the market. Cream cleansers are generally speaking a good idea, but you need to avoid products containing alcohol or fragrance.

These ingredients tend to dry the skin and create allergic reactions. Also, your cleanser should not meddle with your skin’s pH balance neither mess up with its moisture.

To prevent further damage to your skin, you need to use milks and creams. If your skin is not too sensitive, you can also use hydrating foams. But if it’s the opposite and your sensitive skin doesn’t even tolerate water; you can use micellar water which doesn’t require rinsing.

Oils also feel like a good idea, but then again, unless you have allergies. Bar soaps, made with special ingredients which don’t meddle with your skin’s pH or hydration are also a good idea.

In case you feel your skin is not clean enough after washing, then chances are that these cleansers are too gentle for you. So maybe then you need to pick a stronger foaming cleanser or gel.

One of the possible ingredients you can have in your cleanser is lactic acid. While cleaning the skin, lactic acid is capable of gently hydrating your skin and making it less prone to irritation.

Double cleansing is a good idea

The first round of cleaning aims the dirt, pollution, the make or anything else sitting on the surface of your skin. You can choose cleansing waters, micellar cleansers, oils, and balms at this stage.

The second cleanser is for more deep cleaning. It is what you need to thoroughly clean your face and prepare your face for the treatments and topicals you like to use after cleaning. Toners are popular and suitable products used at this stage.

However, some people also use gels and foams. In case your skin feels extra dry after using the toner or gel, this means the product is likely to have alcohol and you need to change it.

Another deep cleaning method you can use from time to time is exfoliation. You can find chemical as well as physical exfoliants.

But you need to use them less frequently, for example, a twice weekly routine of exfoliation for oily skin and once for dry and sensitive skin usually does the trick.

Facial toners and facial moisturizers

The purpose of these compounds is to remove greasy or residual soap, but they also have a soothing effect on the skin. In the case of alkaline detergents, the use of these compounds may be necessary.

If you take retinoids, these compounds make the skin red, inflamed, and itchy. In this case, it is useful to use alcohol-free compounds.

 Moisturizers

Moisturizers are oil-based substances that include coatings such as natural and herbal oils. These substances form a layer on the skin that prevents water from getting out. They also play an important role in reducing skin dryness and increasing its softness. Scientifically, humectant is a general term used for a variety of moisturizing compounds, including:

• humectants
• occlusive

Eye creams

The purpose is similar to the use of moisturizers. Of course, these compounds are much more expensive. Because the active ingredient of moisturizers for the eye area can be irritating. These compounds must be tolerated for the thin skin around the eyes and the amount of moisture required to use these compounds is a criterion.

Skin peels

Sometimes we feel that the skin does not always have a lustrous and radiant complexion, and we have to remove the ugly and irritating layer of skin. In face peeling or facial peeling performed by face scrub, peeling masks or other methods, dead cells or contaminants are cleansed from the surface of the skin and into the pores and you are given a fresh and healthy skin.

Face masks

Facial masks are a transitional system and patients usually use these products to tighten the skin, deep cleanse the skin pores and moisturize the skin. Using face masks is a good way to boost your skin with vitamins and nutrients.

Moisturizing is the second most important step of every skincare routine, after cleaning. Hydration in your skin is responsible for making it look lively and fresh, and moisturizers act like barriers which come on top of your skin to preserve the hydration, prevent evaporation, and let the skin repair itself.

So, you definitely need to apply moisturizers on a daily basis.

There is a common misconception that oily skin types do not need to use moisturizers. Moisture has nothing to do with the excessive sebum of your skin. In fact, if you rip your skin off its required amount of moisture chances are that not only your oily skin doesn’t go away, but also dehydration comes on top of that.

Depending on the time of the day, skin type, body parts, and where you live you may have to choose from a wide variety of products. However, there are 3 broad categories of moisturizers:

• Humectants  draw moisture to the body from the air and maintain it. These are especially useful if you’re living in a humid place. Some of the famous humectant ingredients are: hyaluronic acid, urea, sorbitol, glycerin, propylene glycol, and alpha hydroxy acids such as lactic acid and glycolic acid.

• Emollients penetrate into the skin, they fill in the skin cracks or spaces between skin cells, they replace the lost or worn out lipids and fats, and trap moisture inside the skin. The result is a smoother and healthier skin. Some of the humectants are oil based and are extracted from animals, minerals, or plants. These include: cocoa butter, shea butter, petrolatum, silicone, and cholesterol. Of course, you won’t find these ingredients in water-based moisturizers.

• Occlusive moisturizers form a thicker barrier over the body. Since they are heavier than the previous ones, they are usually included in hand and body creams. Thanks to this consistency, occlusive moisturizers are especially suitable for dehydrated and dry skin types. Some of the ingredients in these moisturizers are lanolin, mineral oil, beeswax, shea butter, and olive oil.

Now that you know about the major categories of products and ingredients, it’s time for consistencies. Moisturizers generally come with one of the following consistencies:

• Gels are light and feel less greasy than the other consistencies. Their bases normally consist of liquids, water, and alcohol. Because these base ingredients tend to evaporate quickly, they tend to make your hands feel cold after application.
  

  How to pick the best moisturizer for your skin

• Lotions don’t feel heavy too. They are made of powdered and dry ingredients which solve easily in the water and get absorbed quickly. Additionally, these types of moisturizers do not feel greasy.
• Creams are heavier than the previous two. They include water and oil emulsions and function as better moisturizers in general. Compared to gels and lotions, creams feel greasier and stickier after application.
• Ointments are the heaviest and the greasiest moisturizers of all categories. This is because they usually contain the highest concentration of oil.

But which type of moisturizers is good for every skin type?

If you have oily skin, you don’t want an extra layer of oil to cover your face right after cleaning it. So, your moisturizer needs to be non-comedogenic, aka oil-free. Water-based and lightweight formulas should be your go-to products.

Effective hydrating ingredients are hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and retinol. You can also pick products with SPF so as to avoid layering your face with sunscreen.

On the other hand, a little oil never hurts for dry skin. A combination of humectants and emollients will result in an optimal result. In addition to this, the following ingredients can help you see the best result with your moisturizing habits: shea butter, coconut oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil.

To relieve chapped and cracked lips, you can use lip balms. Your lip balm shouldn’t cause a tingling or itching sensation when you apply it. Some of the ingredients you need to look for in a product include mineral oils, petrolatum, and petroleum jelly.

When it comes to moisturizing the time in the day as well as the year also becomes considerably important. Your skin starts repairing during the night. This means that your routine should prevent the evaporation of moisture from your skin so that it will be able to perform its function.

As a result, night creams are usually thicker and heavier, designed to add that extra protection you need for your skin. And as for the seasons, generally speaking, the air is drier in the winter than in the summer.

So you might like to choose oil-based products for the winter, to increase the skin’s protection, and water-based products for the summer.

Which eye creams are the best?

Here is the thing. The type of moisturizer you choose does not matter for the area around your eyes. Because you shouldn’t apply your moisturizer to the are in the first place. The tender skin under and around your eyes requires special care, and this means you need the right eye cream.

Of course, many of these problems can be fixed by adjusting your habits, such as frequent squinting of your eyes, and diet, such as excessive use of salt.

Eye creams address wrinkles and fine lines, dark circles, eye puffiness, and dryness. Naturally, products are usually made to address one or a number of these issues. In addition to this, recent products also contain SPF to shield the tender skin under the eyes against the harmful rays of the sun.

Here is a list of causes for different issues and how to fix them

• To treat or prevent wrinkles and fine lines, it helps to look for collagen inducing ingredients such as Coenzyme Q10 and vitamin A. Collagen reduces cell oxidation and laxity by accelerating skin rejuvenation.

• Puffy eyes are caused by the accumulation of water under the eyes. Even though determining the root of the problem will be the most helpful step, you can retain and reduce this puffiness by using eye creams with retinol.

• But if you experience dry and flaky skin under your eyes, then it’s a sign that your skin is losing hydration. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid restore hydration without making your skin feel greasy.

• Dark circles occur as a result of sleep deprivation and exhaustion. This fatigue makes the skin thinner while the blue blood vessels underneath become more visible. Products with caffeine can draw the blood back into the blood circulation system and diminish the dark appearance. Another useful ingredient to look for are peptides, which tighten the skin, and light-reflecting mica, which illuminates the darkness under your eyes.

What skincare products do estheticians recommend?

Besides dermatologists, the estheticians can also recommend certain products that will be good for your skin.

Some of the products that they have recommended are:

1.  Moisture protecting cleansers
2.  Energy-boosting toners
3.  Weightless protection with SPF
4.  Vitamin C eye brighteners
5.  Daily cleansing serums
6.  Texture reform gentle resurfacing serums
7.  Daily oil-free moisturizers
8. Homemade masks

What else can I do for shiny skin?

In addition to your daily routine, you can also take further measures for shiny and happy skin. You can either visit a clinician regularly, for especial treatments such as RF, peeling, Botox, etc. But you can also take some really easy steps at home on a weekly or even monthly basis.

Get a facial

Facials come in different types. While most professional facials are provided by aestheticians, you can also prepare your own facial. Now, if you choose to do it by yourself, then you have 2 options. You can either purchase facials as creams, gels, and other kinds of products at shops or make them by yourself at home. Simple and natural products can yield really resourceful facials. If you still don’t believe what I say or need more information then go ahead and read our Natural Products for Skin post.

Treating acne at home

Acnes are stubborn breakouts that occur on areas of skin that are usually oilier. Even though treating inflammatory acne such as cysts at home is nearly impossible, you can harness non-inflammatory breakouts across your face and body. Check out our post on 13 Powerful Home Remedies for Acne in 2020.

Remove wrinkles naturally

Thousands of dollars are spent on different methods of collagen therapy and Botox every year. Well, the good news is that you don’t have to go through such huge expenses. You can remove wrinkles and fine lines at home with the help of natural products. Prepare your own home mask and apply it whenever you find the time.

Use derma rollers

Derma rolling or micro-needling is another effective home treatment. This small device will help you stimulate collagen production in your skin, or accelerate the absorption of different serums. However, it is not as easy to apply as the other methods. You can find all you need to know about it in All You Need to Know About Derma Rolling.

     

Healthy lifestyle

Last but not least, a healthy lifestyle is everything! It’s a must for your life, skin, and health. Remember to:

• • Consume a lot of fruits and vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Avoid stress and tension as much as possible. Overthinking has not done well ever, so stop torturing yourself with stress.
  • Get eight hours of sleep every night. Having enough time for resting and sleeping will benefit your skin, brain, and body.

Some more tips for a glowing skin are:

• Reduce your coffee intake and replace coffee with green natural juice.
• Consume food rich in vitamins and proteins. Omega 3 is the best when it comes to keeping your skin protected from all types of dust, pollution and harmful UV rays of the sun.
• Neroli oil or chlorophyll is said to increase blood circulation, thus giving glow to your skin. But please first consult a physician if you already have a high blood circulation.
• Remove makeup before getting to bed every night. Expect larger pores on your face in case you forget to do so repetitively.

Now you know all about skin and how to get a shiny skin like the celebrities. Go on and make your dream skin come true and don’t forget to write us your feedback!

What face wash do dermatologists recommend?

According To Dermatologists, These Are The Best Face Washes For Every Skin Type
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser.
Beauty Aura 100% Pure Grapeseed Oil.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleansing Gel.
Herbivore Bamboo Charcoal Cleansing Bar Soap.
PCA Skin Facial Wash and Glytone Mild Cream Cleanser.
Simple Micellar Cleansing Water.

How can I have a beautiful face?

Wash your face twice a day. Cleansing or washing your face form the basis of a good beauty routine for flawless skin, and it should not be compromised on, no matter what. ...
Massage your face. ...
Drink A LOT of water. ...
Wear sunscreen everyday. ...
Use a face mask regularly. ...
Get enough sleep.

What is the best face wash?

15 best drugstore face washes and cleansers of 2020
Eucerin Sensitive Skin Gentle Hydrating Cleanser.
Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Hydrating Daily Facial Cleanser.
La Roche Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser.
St. ...
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser.
Cetaphil PRO DermaControl Oil Removing Foam Wash.
Purpose Gentle Cleansing Bar.