6 Simple Anti-Aging Skin Care Measures to Take

If you’re looking to address dull skin, dryness, fine lines, and wrinkles—you’re not alone. You may even be trying to find solutions for a few other skin care concerns, like age spots and sagging skin. Unfortunately, these signs of skin aging are inevitable. While you can do your best to ward them off, chances are you will develop one, some, or all of them at some point in your life—hence the need for ways to address them. You may not be able to erase every trace of visible aging but you can adjust your skin care routine to address your anti-aging needs with six simple anti-aging skin care measures. Read on for all the details! 

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #1: WASH WITH A CREAM CLEANSER

As you age, it’s common for your skin to experience dryness, and the cleanser you’re used to using may actually be drying your skin out further. Foam or gel-based cleansing formulas are amazing for removing excess oils but they can be too drying for mature skin. A better option for mature skin types is a nourishing cream cleanser that will actually help hydrate your skin.

Product pick: L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Nourishing Cream Cleanser

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #2: EXFOLIATE MORE FREQUENTLY

Have you noticed your complexion losing its natural glow? This could be due to a buildup of dead skin cells on your skin’s surface and is a sign that your skin needs to be exfoliated. If you’re used to exfoliating with formulas that have large particles, you may want to consider switching to a method that’s less harsh, since you don’t want to over-exfoliate your skin. A chemical exfoliating option, like pre-soaked glycolic acid peel pads, should be gentle enough to use on a daily basis and can work to dissolve the stubborn dead skin cell buildup that’s responsible for your skin’s dull appearance.

Product pick: L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Bright Reveal Brightening Daily Peel Pads

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #3: ADD A SERUM TO YOUR ROUTINE

Before you apply your facial moisturizer, consider using an anti-aging serum. Serums are lightweight, so they’re great to layer under your heavier creams. They are also typically formulated with higher concentrations of ingredients, so they can effectively address common signs of skin aging. If your concerns include a loss of radiance and visible wrinkles, consider using a vitamin C serum.

Product pick: L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Derm Intensives 10% Pure Vitamin C Serum Concentrate

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #4: DON’T SKIP SPF

The sun’s harmful rays are often the main culprit behind the early development of visible signs of aging, which is just one of the reasons we recommend wearing sunscreen every single day. Of course, if you already have wrinkles, age spots, or sagging skin, you may think the damage is already done and bothering with SPF is a waste of time—but you would be completely wrong. Even if you’re already experiencing signs of skin aging, you’ll want to use SPF to protect your skin. Sun damage will not only continue to age your skin but it can lead to burns and even certain types of skin cancer.

For the SPF step of your routine, look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF value of 30 or higher. In addition to applying sunscreen every morning, you’ll need to reapply throughout the day and take other sun protection measures, like avoiding the sun during its peak hours from 10 AM to 2 PM.

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #5: APPLY EYE CREAM

The skin around your eyes is extra delicate, so it may need more attention as you age. Eye creams are an anti-aging product worth looking into since they can help address fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, and puffiness around the eyes.

Product pick: L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Triple Power™ Eye Treatment

ANTI-AGING MEASURE #6: LAYER MOISTURE AT NIGHT

Surge your skin with moisture by layering your moisturizing anti-aging products at night. After cleansing, apply your serum, followed by your night cream and eye cream, before sealing in all that moisture with a final layer of facial oil.

Product pick: L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Night Cream

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