The days of young and flexible skin are over, but you shouldn’t despair. Even in your middle age, your skin can look smooth, young and nourished. There are only a few things you should consider doing in order to improve your skin care routine and make it more appropriate to your age. So, let’s see what every woman in her 40s can do to boost the health of her skin.
Exfoliate
It goes without saying that you should cleanse your face every evening. However, you should also implement weekly exfoliation to remove any rough patches and dry skin that only emphasize your wrinkles. Also, exfoliation should be done gently so you would avoid skin irritation or causing it to dry too fast. Another reason why exfoliation is important is that it allows other products, such as moisturizers and anti-aging creams to penetrate the skin better. Plus, your pores are minimized which reduces the visibility of fine lines.
Moisturizers
As we age, the oil production in our skin reduces which further dries out the skin even more. It is vital to introduce quality moisturizers into your skin care routine and avoid flaky and rough skin. Some of the best moisturizers for middle-aged women include products that contain hyaluronic acid, a moisturizing agent which is naturally found in our bodies. In addition to such products, you should also look for ones that contain shea butter and glycerin and products with plenty of antioxidants.
Antioxidants
Speaking of antioxidants, they can help prevent any damage caused by free radicals or even reverse the already occurred damages. What is more, antioxidants can preserve the collagen in your skin and prevent its breakdown. Lack of collagen means more wrinkles and sagging and that’s exactly what you’re fighting against. Thus, you should look for moisturizers and other products that are rich in antioxidants, including green tea, polyphenols, resveratrol and vitamins C and E.
Cosmetic surgery
Cosmetic surgery might seem scary to you, but today, there are plenty of quick and non-invasive fixes for women of all ages. One of the options is going for a facelift which can significantly improve the overall look of your skin. Another option is choosing laser resurfacing treatments or even dermal fillers. However, if you don’t have plenty of time for treatments of recovery you can opt for a thread lift, also called ‘lunch-time facelift’. This treatment is non-invasive and can help eliminate any signs of aging. Also, it aims to raise your cheeks, brows, neck and jowls and soften the lines around your nose and mouth.
Sun protection
Sunscreen is essential no matter how old you are, but it’s even more emphasized when you hit 40ies. In your middle age, your skin cells are more prone to damage caused by UVA and UVB rays, which further contributes to the development of wrinkles and fine lines. In order to nip such problem in the bud, you should rely on sunscreen products with SPF of at least 15 and even more preferably SPF 30 on a daily basis. You should even use these products during the winter and rainy days because your skin is now fragile and it deserves the best protection. Apart from sunscreen, you can protect your skin with natural products that use titanium dioxide as an active ingredient and be sure the sun won’t affect the health and appearance of your skin.
A good and well-established skincare routine is important no matter what your age is. However, since the skin gets more fragile with age, you should do your best to boost the routine and maximally protect and nourish your skin.
