FEMAIL reveals how to get our of your skincare rut

In their 20s, many women can get away with using a basic SPF and moisturiser as their entire skincare routine. 

But how do you know when it’s time to change things up? 

As we grow older, our skin’s needs change and little tweaks will help you get the most out of your skin care routine.

FEMAIL reveals the best products to use as your skin changes to supercharge your beauty regimen to give you the best results. 

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WHY SHAKE UP YOUR SKINCARE?  

Melbourne dermatologist Dr Adam Sheridan, who is a fellow at the Australasian College of Dermatologists explained the importance of changing your skincare routine.

‘It is important to recognise that our skin changes with time,’ he told The Australian Women’s Weekly

‘Just as we tend not to wear the same fashions at 60 as we did at 20, so, too, our skincare approach should evolve to meet changing needs,’ he told the publication.

IN YOUR 20s 

When transitioning out of the teenage years into their 20s, skin is pretty low maintenance. 

At this stage, common concerns are blemishes and hormonal breakouts as women transition out of adolescence.

In your 20s, sun protection is important to prevent future UV damage

In your 20s, sun protection is important to prevent future UV damage

As we age, we should use a moisturiser with active ingredients

As we age, we should use a moisturiser with active ingredients

As a bonus, products with antioxidants can help to stimulate cell renewal and Korean sheet masks add a quick burst of moisture starting from about $4 per mask. 

IN YOUR 30s    

In the 30s, sun protection is absolutely essential to slow down ageing.  

‘The best anti-ageing product is sunscreen for sure. Invest in a good-quality, broad spectrum, high SPF specifically for the face,’ celebrity facialist Melanie Grant told Byrdie.

As many women experience pregnancy in their 30s, stretch marks can become a skin concern. To fight this, body oils can help to firm the skin.

It's important to double cleanse to ensure products soak into the skin 

It’s important to double cleanse to ensure products soak into the skin 

IN YOUR 40s 

In your 40s, supercharge your skin care by deep cleansing and using an anti ageing serum such as Ultraceutical’s Even Skintone Serum at $112 for a bottle. 

It’s important to cleanse thoroughly to allow the products to absorb into the skin.

‘First with an oil cleanser, then a lactic acid cleanser if your skin isn’t too sensitive. The oil will break down makeup, dirt and oil, and the lactic acid cleanser will deep clean brighten, exfoliate, and stimulate collagen,’ Melanie said.

IN YOUR 50s AND BEYOND

For mature skin, the main concern is elasticity, especially around the delicate eye area. 

Products like Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix will help to moisturise mature skin. 

Skincare products for every age

20s: The most important part to any routine is to sunscreen to prevent UV damage and premature ageing.

30s: Many women will notice minor sun damage in their early 30s so important to continue using a broad spectrum SPF sunscreen and an antioxidant moisturiser (like Vitamin C) to treat any signs of ageing. 

40s:  Using serums and an eye cream will help restore plumpness to the skin and brighten the under eye area. 

50s +: To protect the skin at this age, choose products that contain retinoids, peptides or glycolic acid, which are all collagen boosters

Choosing a skincare regimen can be confusing with a vast array of products on offer 

Choosing a skincare regimen can be confusing with a vast array of products on offer 



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