Aging is an inevitable and complex process that can be clinically described as wrinkles, age spots, uneven skin tone, and sagging skin. Signs of aging begin to appear closer to the age of 30. By this time, the production of collagen by our body decreases by 1% annually, and the rate of cell regeneration gradually decreases. By using professional cosmetics and skincare products, you will significantly improve the appearance of your skin and your own self-satisfaction.
How does the skin change before the age of 30?
Everything is very simple:
- Wrinkles begin to appear due to a decrease in the level of collagen and elastin. In addition, repeated facial expressions (our facial expressions) contribute to their formation. For example, you may see wrinkles around the eyes (“crow’s feet”), as well as wrinkles around the mouth (smile) or on the forehead.
- After age 30, cell renewal begins to slow down, resulting in uneven tone and dullness, and tired-looking skin.
The first signs of aging can certainly cause irritation or fear, but it is a natural process, not a catastrophe! What is really important is to take care of your skin so that it remains beautiful and healthy at any age.
What does basic skin care at 30 consists of?
In addition to basic skin care (cleansing, moisturizing, and UV protection), add antiaging products to your regimen to combat wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and other more visible signs of aging. Using a full range of products that your skin needs will help reduce premature signs of aging and keep your skin looking healthier and younger.
- Facial Cleanser: Use morning and night to wash away makeup and impurities that can lead to clogged pores and breakouts.
- Antioxidant Serum: Use a Hyaluronic acid serum rich in antioxidants to protect against free radicals that can contribute to premature skin aging: wrinkles, pigmentation, and deterioration of skin texture.
- Exfoliating agent: removes dead skin particles and accelerates cell renewal, which enhances its natural glow.
- Moisturizing sunscreen: Choose a moisturizer that contains SPF to help retain moisture in your skin and protect it from harmful environmental factors, such as UV rays. Broad-spectrum sunscreen protects the skin from UVA rays, which cause wrinkles and pigmentation, and UVB rays, which cause sunburn. Be sure to use sunscreen every day.
- Retinol: Add topical retinol products to your skin care regimen to improve overall texture and even skin tone. Apply in the evening and avoid the eye area.
- Moisturizer or hydrating face mask: Use a hyaluronic acid moisturizer or hydrating facial mask to help skin retain the moisture it needs to keep it soft, smooth, and supple.
- Eye cream: use the cream in the morning and evening to moisturize the skin around the eyes and increase its elasticity.
How not to break the hydrolipidic barrier?
The first and simplest rule is not to use aggressive cleaning agents. These include alkaline surfactants (SLS, SLES), simple alcohols, soap, and frequent washing with hot water. All this violates the protective functions of the skin and its natural pH. This leads to dryness, early aging, and the appearance of fine wrinkles.
Dermatologists-cosmetologists recommend using mildly acidic cleaning products with non-aggressive components. The optimal ph level should be in the range of 5.0-5.5. The temperature of the water for washing is room temperature. In some cases, rinsing with cool water is useful.
Proper nutrition, healthy sleep, and maintaining a water regime will also help maintain the water-lipid balance. For the beauty and health of the skin, drink 1 to 1.5 liters of clean water every day. In order not to create excessive swelling and burden on the kidneys, it is better to drink the main amount of water before 7 p.m.
Additional anti-aging components
These include antioxidants, retinoids, peptides, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid. For home care, you can choose 1-2 products that contain components.
Also, in severely stressful situations, you can add products from the age category 35+. Use them every 2-3 months to support the skin. Professional care procedures to improve blood circulation and metabolic processes will be appropriate: superficial peelings, cleaning, massage, and mesotherapy.
In skin care at any age, especially 30+, it is important to remember a comprehensive approach. Only external care products will not be maximally effective if the skin is not supported from the inside. Healthy habits, nutritious food, and sleep of at least 8 hours taking into account circadian rhythms will help slow down aging and prevent the first early facial wrinkles.
