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Dermatologist Recommended Antiaging Skincare Routines For Your 20s
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Dermatologist Recommended Antiaging Skincare Routines For Your 20s

26 February 2025


Dermatologist Recommended Antiaging Skincare Routines For Your 20s




Best Skin Care Products for 20s



It is not too early to begin preventative skincare and get on a dermatologist-recommended skin care routine in your 20s.




I am a dermatologist, author and researcher who is passionate about matching skin types to skin care routines. I developed a skin typing system used by dermatologists.



Knowing your Baumann Skin Type will allow you to shop for products and read reviews by your skin type.




It is the best way to find the right skin care in your 20’s.



Take the Quiz




Does the skin start aging at 20?



80% of people in their 20s already have habits that speed skin aging.




If you have these habits, begin an antiaging skincare routine because you are more likely to have a wrinkle-prone skin type.



frequent sun exposure,




poor diet



little-to-no sunscreen use




tobacco use



lack of sleep




high sugar consumption



Our data from 10,295 people under the age of 20 shows that 79.8% have these lifestyle habits that are increasing their risk of skin aging. (1)




Is it normal to have wrinkles in your 20s?



If you have had alot of sun exposure, you may already have wrinkles in you 20s.




Getting Botox injections and beginning a retinoid can help prevent further development of wrinkles.



Is 20 too old to start skin care?




It is never too late to begin a good skin care routine!



Dermatologist skin care tips for your 20s




Why Do I need Antiaging Skincare in my 20s?



If our skin type quiz tells you that you are a wrinkle prone skin type, this means you have some lifestyle habits such as increased sun exposure that make you more likely to age. Cumulative DNA damage play an important role in aging. It damages cells and these injuries require cellular energy to repair the damage. You want to try and stop this as early as possible. When UV rays touch the skin cell’s DNA, damage occurs. Although your body has DNA repair enzymes to repair the damage, they do not always work perfectly well. So the more repair that needs to happen, the more likely you are to have residual damage. Uing a SPF every am starting in your 20s is an important step.




Two main skincare ingredients give your cells the needed energy for DNA repair: Coenzyme Q10 and niacinamide.



You also need an antioxidant in your morning skin routine to help protect your skin from any UV rays or light that makes it past your sunscreen. Antioxidants like Vitamin C and green tea can help prevent cellular damage that adds up and leads to skin aging.




Should I Splurge or Save on Antiaging Skincare?



Our custom skincare routines will give you choices of products from various brands and price points. This will help you know when it is time to splurge on expensive antiaging serums or save money with cheaper drugstore products that are within your budget.




I find that many people are spending way too much money on night creams in their 20s that they don’t need yet, that are ineffective, or that are not right for their Baumann Skin Type. I will discuss which night creams and other treatment serums are the best for your young skin to prevent aging. We call this “prejuvenation of skin”.

See if you need antiaging skincare products

Take the Quiz

Best Anti-Aging Products for 20s

Antiaging Serums for 20s

Which antiaging ingredients are best for skin in your 20s? The antiaging serum that is right for you depends upon your skin type and lifestyle habits.

If you get a lot of sun exposure, you need to use an antioxidant serum under your sunscreen.

Types of antioxidant serums include Vitamin C serums or serums that contain other antioxidants like Vitamin E, resveratrol, green tea and other antioxidants.

There are several categories of antiaging serums to consider:

Exosome serums

Retinol Serums

Vitamin C Serums

Vitamin C Serums for Antiaging in Your 20s

The best antioxidant serum for your 20s is a Vitamin C serum unless you have sensitive skin. (Sensitive skin types need serums with anti-inflammatory ingredients). Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, helps your skin make collagen to keep it strong and smooth. It is also a strong antioxidant that helps neutralize any free radicals that occur due to sun or pollution exposure.

Here are some of our favorite Vitamin C serums to prevent skin aging by protecting your skin’s collagen.

La Roche-Posay Vitamin C Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Obagi-C FX System C-Clarifying Serum

$140.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Force Field Kit with Professional-C Serum 20%

$189.00

Out of Stock

Obagi Professional-C Peptide Complex

$125.00

Add to Cart

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

$26.99

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Melatonik® Restorative Melatonin Night Serum

$160.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Cream

$54.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Vitamin C Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Obagi-C FX System C-Clarifying Serum

$140.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Force Field Kit with Professional-C Serum 20%

$189.00

Out of Stock

Obagi Professional-C Peptide Complex

$125.00

Add to Cart

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

$26.99

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Melatonik® Restorative Melatonin Night Serum

$160.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Cream

$54.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Vitamin C Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Obagi-C FX System C-Clarifying Serum

$140.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Force Field Kit with Professional-C Serum 20%

$189.00

Out of Stock

Obagi Professional-C Peptide Complex

$125.00

Add to Cart

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

$26.99

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Melatonik® Restorative Melatonin Night Serum

$160.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Cream

$54.99

Add to Cart

Hyaluronic Acid Serums in Your 20s

Hyaluronic acid serums (HA serums) temporarily plump up skin cells to make your skin look dewy and hydrated by binding water and holding it on the surface of your skin.

They are a good moisturizer for oily skin types. However, HA serums do not prevent aging as their effects are only temporary. T

hey are usually very expensive, but they are not worth splurging on when your goal is to prevent wrinkles.

Think of HA serums as a short term result when you need to look good fast.

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Instant Flash

$40.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$39.99

Add to Cart

CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$20.99

Out of Stock

ClarityRx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

$80.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Get Balanced Probiotic Serum

$78.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Take It Easy Calming Serum

$76.00

Add to Cart

Filorga HYDRA-HYAL Intensive Hydrating Plumping Concentrate

$69.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Instant Flash

$40.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$39.99

Add to Cart

CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$20.99

Out of Stock

ClarityRx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

$80.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Get Balanced Probiotic Serum

$78.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Take It Easy Calming Serum

$76.00

Add to Cart

Filorga HYDRA-HYAL Intensive Hydrating Plumping Concentrate

$69.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Hyaluronic Booster 10 Ampoules

$46.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate

$100.00

Add to Cart

ISDIN Instant Flash

$40.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$39.99

Add to Cart

CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum

$20.99

Out of Stock

ClarityRx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

$80.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Get Balanced Probiotic Serum

$78.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Take It Easy Calming Serum

$76.00

Add to Cart

Filorga HYDRA-HYAL Intensive Hydrating Plumping Concentrate

$69.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Flavo-C Ultraglican Ampules

$46.00

Out of Stock

Growth Factor Serums for Your 20s

There are many types of anti-aging serums that have growth factors.

However, in your 20s, it I best to stick with retinol, antioxidant serums, or Vitamin C serums because they play a role in preventing skin aging.

You do not need growth factors serums in your 20s.

We also do not know about the safety of growth factors long term.

Should I Use Retinol in My 20s?

Yes!! Retinol, tretinoin, and other retinoids are great to use in your 20s if you are Wrinkle-prone Baumann Skin Type. Our data[i] shows that over 80% of people below the age of 30 have lifestyle habits that make it appropriate for them to use a retinoid. If you choose to use a retinoid, you need to use it in the correct step in the regimen because what you use before and after retinoids will effect how well they work and the side effects that you experience.

The science of how retinoids prevent skin aging is very interesting. If you are a science lover like me- click here to learn more about retinoid science. Beginners should start with a low strength retinoid. Here are our favorite low strength retinoids:

Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum

$71.00

Add to Cart

Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream

$68.00

Add to Cart

SENTE Bio Complete Serum

$118.00

Add to Cart

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream

$80.00

Add to Cart

Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum

$66.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive

$54.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit

$59.00

Add to Cart

Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream

$158.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin

$119.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum

$71.00

Add to Cart

Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream

$68.00

Add to Cart

SENTE Bio Complete Serum

$118.00

Add to Cart

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream

$80.00

Add to Cart

Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum

$66.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive

$54.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit

$59.00

Add to Cart

Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream

$158.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin

$119.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Retinol 2X Regenerate Dry Serum

$71.00

Add to Cart

Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream

$68.00

Add to Cart

SENTE Bio Complete Serum

$118.00

Add to Cart

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Refining + Anti-Aging Night Cream

$80.00

Add to Cart

Medature Encapsulated Retinol Serum

$66.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Redermic R Anti-Aging Treatment Intensive

$54.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum

$44.99

Add to Cart

Murad Youth Renewal Retinol Trial Kit

$59.00

Add to Cart

Neocutis NOUVELLE+ Retinol Correction Cream

$158.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin

$119.00

Add to Cart

Best Anti-Wrinkle Creams for 20s

Dry skin types often prefer creams instead or serums. You can also layer creams over antiaging serums. If you choose to use a serum and a cream, use the serum first and apply the moisturizing cream on top. The only time this varies is with retinol. When beginning a retinol, you should put it on top of your moisturizer. This link explains when to use retinol and moisturizers in your skincare routine. Retinoids and Vitamin C in a jar are not effective because air and light get into the jar when the lid is open and inactivate these unstable ingredients. So if you choose cream with these ingredients- pick an airless pump rather than a jar.

Best Antiaging Eye Creams for 20s

The same ingredients that I discussed above help prevent aging around the eyes. However- the best bet is to wear sunscreen around your eyes. Our favorite antiaging eye creams are here:

ISDIN Isdinceutics Vital Eyes

$100.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Eye Cream

$49.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Substiane Anti Aging Eye Cream

$46.99

Add to Cart

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum

$89.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Easy on the Eyes Smoothing Cream

$66.00

Add to Cart

DefenAge 3D Eye Radiance Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD Renew Eye Gel

$65.00

Add to Cart

Emepelle Eye Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

Filorga NCEF-REVERSE EYES Supreme Multi-Correction Eye Cream

$86.00

Out of Stock

Filorga OPTIM-EYES Revitalizing Eye Contour Cream

$59.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Isdinceutics Vital Eyes

$100.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Eye Cream

$49.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Substiane Anti Aging Eye Cream

$46.99

Add to Cart

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum

$89.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Easy on the Eyes Smoothing Cream

$66.00

Add to Cart

DefenAge 3D Eye Radiance Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD Renew Eye Gel

$65.00

Add to Cart

Emepelle Eye Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

Filorga NCEF-REVERSE EYES Supreme Multi-Correction Eye Cream

$86.00

Out of Stock

Filorga OPTIM-EYES Revitalizing Eye Contour Cream

$59.00

Out of Stock

ISDIN Isdinceutics Vital Eyes

$100.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Eye Cream

$49.99

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Substiane Anti Aging Eye Cream

$46.99

Add to Cart

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum

$89.00

Add to Cart

ClarityRx Easy on the Eyes Smoothing Cream

$66.00

Add to Cart

DefenAge 3D Eye Radiance Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD Renew Eye Gel

$65.00

Add to Cart

Emepelle Eye Cream

$98.00

Add to Cart

Filorga NCEF-REVERSE EYES Supreme Multi-Correction Eye Cream

$86.00

Out of Stock

Filorga OPTIM-EYES Revitalizing Eye Contour Cream

$59.00

Out of Stock

Antiaging Sunscreens

I’m sure it is no surprise to you that most important skincare product to preventing skin aging and wrinkling in your 20s is sunscreen with a SPF of at least 15 every day. Many people don’t think about SPF as antiaging- but it is!

If you have oily skin, you can use your sunscreen instead of a moisturizer. Any sunscreen is better than no sunscreen, but don’t rely exclusively on SPF powder. You need a gel, lotion or cream sunscreen for the best protection. You can layer sunscreen powder over sunscreen to cut the shine and give your skin a matte finish. Tinted sunscreens protect your skin from light from your phone and computer skin because they contain iron oxides that are not in untinted sunscreens. So – consider a tinted sunscreen instead of makeup foundation. Darker skin tones and men prefer tinted sunscreens because they do not make the skin appear white. Here are some of our favorite tinted sunscreens:

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Skin Care in your 20s

What should my skin care routine be in my 20s?

In your 20s, your skincare routine should target any barriers to skin health that are keeping your skin from being as beautiful and healthy as possible.

Your skin care products should target any of these skin issues that you have:

Dehydration

Inflammation

Uneven Pigmentation

Aging

The best way see if you skin has any of these problems is to take our dermatologist developed skin type quiz and get specific skin care routine advice for your 20’s skin.

Take the Quiz

Dermatologist Recommended Skincare Routine for Your 20s

If you went to a dermatologist, they would assess your skin for acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dark spots on the face such as melasma and recommend a skincare routine to treat all of your issues. In many cases, several of these skin problems can occur at the same time. For example, you may have acne that leaves a dark spot when the pimple heals. Dark spots are very common in darker skin types with acne. Your dermatologist would prescribe a skin lightener to treat the dark spots in addition to acne medications. If you also had facial redness and skin pigmentation, that would require different skin care products which is why it’s so important to diagnose your skin type.

Your skincare routine will depend on your skin’s problems. What most 20-year-olds do wrong with skincare is they buy products that target one skin concern instead of having an entire routine that addresses all issues. Dry skin types that have acne are a perfect example. Many acne medications are drying so if you are not using skincare for dry skin, acne medications will irritate your skin and you will not be able to tolerate your acne regimen. Using the right cleansers and moisturizers for your Baumann Skin Type will help other products in your skincare routine work better.

How To Take Care of Your Skin in Your 20s

Once you know your Baumann Skin Type, it is important to realize it can change with time. If you move to a new city for college, or you begin oral contraceptives, or your stress level, diet, sleep patterns, or exercise routine changes, your skin type can change, too. So, if you feel that your skincare routine is no longer working for you, we recommend that you retake the quiz.

Best sunscreen for your 20s

The number one best skincare product to use in your 20s is sunscreen EVERY SINGLE DAY! Are you doing this? If you aren’t, ask yourself “Why not? “ Sunscreen is absolutely proven to slow skin aging, even skin tone, and protect your skin from developing inflammation from ultraviolet radiation damage. If you are in your 20s and have not found a sunscreen you like, then I bet you are not shopping by your Baumann Skin Type. That’s the best way to find products that feel good and work well on your skin. Here are our favorite tinted sunscreens that you can use instead of makeup to protect your skin from the sun and the blue light emitted from your devices.

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Replenix Tinted Mattifying Face Sunscreen SPF 30

$44.00

Out of Stock

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

$42.00

Add to Cart

Derma Made SPF 50 Tinted Moisturizer

$34.00

Add to Cart

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

$76.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Luminous Broad Spectrum SPF 41

$41.00

Add to Cart

EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted

$44.00

Out of Stock

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50

$36.99

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool

$59.00

Add to Cart

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Warm

$59.00

Add to Cart

PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45

$56.00

Add to Cart

Best Facial Cleanser for Your 20s

The second most important product that 20 years olds should carefully choose is a facial cleanser since using the wrong kind can lead to skin dehydration, inflammation, pigmentation, and skin aging. The type of cleanser that will work best for you depends upon your skin type and skin concerns. For example, if you have facial redness and sensitive skin, consider an anti-inflammatory cleanser such as the face washes recommended by dermatologists for rosacea. Preventing inflammation at an early age will help reduce overall skin damage and keep your skin tone even.

Find the best cleansers for your Baumann Skin Type here

Best Moisturizer for Your 20s

The third most important product is a moisturizer. The best moisturizer for your 20s depends upon the presence or absence of these issues:

Dryness, dehydration

Rough skin

Dull skin

Sensitivity

Uneven Skin Tone

Fine lines and wrinkles

Acne

Skin redness/ rosacea

You can click on any of the links above for more information, or you can take the quiz to properly diagnose your skin type. The results will generate your fully customizable routine and allow you to choose from a variety of moisturizers that are right for your Baumann Skin Type.

For example, if you have dry skin, then a barrier repair cream layered over top of a serum that targets your skin’s issues will likely work best.

These are our favorite Barrier Repair Creams:

Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer

$50.00

Add to Cart

Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer

$9.99

Add to Cart

Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream

$10.99

Add to Cart

Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream

$35.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Night Moisturizer

$31.97

Add to Cart

Obagi Hydrate Luxe

$80.00

Add to Cart

Medature PSL Repair Moisturizer

$48.00

Add to Cart

Revision Skincare D.E.J. Face Cream

$62.00

Add to Cart

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2

$155.00

Add to Cart

Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer

$78.00

Add to Cart

Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer

$50.00

Add to Cart

Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer

$9.99

Add to Cart

Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream

$10.99

Add to Cart

Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream

$35.00

Add to Cart

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Night Moisturizer

$31.97

Add to Cart

Obagi Hydrate Luxe

$80.00

Add to Cart

Medature PSL Repair Moisturizer

$48.00

Add to Cart

Revision Skincare D.E.J. Face Cream

$62.00

Add to Cart

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2

$155.00

Add to Cart

Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer

$78.00

Add to Cart

Zerafite Barrier Repair Moisturizer

$50.00

Add to Cart

Zerafite Soothing and Calming Moisturizer

$9.99

Add to Cart

Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream

$10.99

Add to Cart

Derma Made Ceramide Barrier Cream

$35.00

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How To Take Care of Your Skin in Your 20s

Know your Baumann Skin Type®

Use a skin care routine customized for your skin type

Start preventative skin care

Try a tinted sunscreen instead of facial foundation

Start Vitamin C in am if you get alot of sun

Start retinol in pm if you get alot of sun

Don’t over exfoliate

Preventative skin care in your 20s is known as “prejuvenating the skin”. It is much easier to prevent wrinkles now than to treat them when you are older.

Once you know your skin type, read product reviews from others with the same Baumann Skin Type as you.

Keep yourself informed by following @SkinTypeSolutions on social media or watching our Skin Type Talks on YouTube.

Browse our skincare library to learn all about skincare products, ingredients, and any other skincare science you are interested in.

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What should my skin care routine be in my 20s?

The best skin care regimen for 20 year olds depends upon what skin issues you have.

So- you really need to know your Baumann Skin tTpe.

But- here are dermatologists-recommended skin care routine tips for all 20 years olds to do every day for their skin:

Wear a SPF of at least 15

Tinted SPF protects you from aging light from your phone

Wash face every night to prevent clogged pores

Consider retinol

Biggest Skincare Mistakes to Avoid in Your 20s

I know it’s hard not to get enticed by the latest skincare products on social media, but don’t waste your time and money, and risk your skin’s health by using the wrong products. The biggest mistakes that I see my patients making are:

Incorrectly guessing their skin type

Only treating one skin problem rather than all of the problems

Using the wrong products

Using products that cancel each other out

Using products in the wrong skincare routine order

Over exfoliation

Getting procedures done that they do not need and/or that damage skin

Best Skincare Routine for Your Late 20s

In your late 20s, the skincare advice is the same as in your early and mid-20s with the exception that you will likely need to begin adding antiaging ingredients to your routine. The exact age to begin using antiaging products depends upon your Baumann Skin Type and lifestyle habits, but in most cases, it is the late 20s. To learn more about how to prevent aging skin in your 20s, click here.

DQH Knowledge drop: In your 20s, your skin cell turnover decreases. (Cell turnover is a key component in keeping your skin youthful.) You know what else slows down? Your collagen production. Starting in your 20s, collagen decreases by about 1 percent per year. Should you want to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, start by eliminating behaviors that contribute to premature aging. “If it’s bad for you, it’s bad for your skin,” says dermatologist Michel Somenek. “Cigarette smoking reduces blood flow to the skin and causes premature wrinkling and a dull skin texture. Making the repeated pursed motion to inhale can also cause smoker’s lines. Alcohol and recreational drugs are toxins for the skin that damage its cellular structure and DNA,” Somenek tells us. “The faster you eliminate vices while you are young, the better chance your skin and body have to recuperate.” Also, adopting an anti-aging routine in your 20s is key. After all, the best offense is a good defense. We spoke to Somenek and experts Joshua Ross and Audrey Kunin to find out more. Keep reading for the best anti-aging products for your 20s, according to skincare professionals. Sunscreen “We all know that the sun is the number one cause of skin aging and starting the prevention in your 20s is very important,” Ross says. “The majority of your sun damage won’t start to appear until you’re in your 30s, so don’t wait until you see it surface or you’ll be behind the curve. Stay ahead of it with a good-quality zinc-based sunscreen worn daily.” Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen An invisible sunscreen with SPF 30, plus botanical extracts meant to protect skin with tons of antioxidants. Bonus: It’s clean and fine to use under makeup. Bareminerals Complexion Rescue™ Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Although we recommend you use your SPF and moisturizer separately, we also understand moments when you don’t have time or energy for that extra step. For those times, this bareMinerals moisturizer is a great thing to have on hand. Vitamin C Serum “A great introduction to anti-aging is to start with a vitamin C serum in your morning skincare routine,” Ross says. “It’s a powerful antioxidant that will neutralize free radicals and brighten the skin.” He adds that it’s a great way to counteract the effects of the sun’s harmful rays, which, as previously mentioned, are among the biggest causes of premature aging. Drunk Elephant C-Firma™ Vitamin C Day Serum The Drunk Elephant C-Firma is a lightweight serum that promises to give skin a glow by combining the brightening powers of vitamin C with ferulic acid, l-ascorbic acid, and vitamin E. The included sodium hyaluronate is meant to replace hydration loss, so you shouldn’t have to deal with any irritation. Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum This potent serum is jam-packed with vitamin C (15 percent, to be exact), which means it’s a potential superstar at both brightening skin and dousing it in antioxidants. Peptides Using peptides on your skin has many benefits, says Somenek. “The skin barrier is what defends the body against pollution, UV rays, bacteria, and toxins. It can be damaged by several everyday factors. Using topical peptides aids in building a stronger barrier,” he says. “Peptides comprise elastic fibers, which are a type of protein. These fibers help to make skin appear taut and firm. Peptides can also help repair damaged skin, relieve inflammation, and even out skin tone. Some peptides can kill acne-causing bacteria that is common in 20-somethings.” Kunin agrees, saying, “Peptides are an excellent entry point for supporting collagen.” She recommends looking for face and eye treatments that contain these collagen-boosting powerhouses. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Cream This Charlotte Tilbury super-emollient eye cream has a base of coconut oil and shea butter (read: it’s incredibly hydrating). Botanicals plus peptides are meant to help reduce dark circles and boost collagen, respectively. This creamy moisturizer serves up potent collagen-boosting peptides and pycnogenol, and antioxidant-rich vitamin C. “Instead of sitting on top of the skin, peptides penetrate the outer layer so they go deep. The ‘signals’ they send tell the cells to produce elastin and collagen, which are needed for youthful-looking skin,” explains Somenek. At-Home Peel Pads Remember that skin cell turnover fiasco we talked about earlier? One way to help support it is by exfoliating. “Exfoliation is important to help keep skin fresh and luminous,” Kunin says. She recommends using at-home peel pads as an easy and effective way to exfoliate. “The goal in your 20s is to fight the slowing pace of cell turnover. It is wise to use products that gently exfoliate, yet still remove oil and other impurities. Products that have Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) are a good choice.” According to Somenek, you should only exfoliate two to three times a week. “People of all ages are guilty of over-exfoliating and that can be too much of a good thing,” he says. Dermadoctor Kakadu C Intensive Vitamin C Peel Pad A few swipes of this Derma Doctor powerful peel pad promise to leave your skin glowing and smooth, thanks to the seven (yes, seven) types of chemical exfoliants, including AHA and BHA. It also contains vitamin C via Kakadu plum extract for added brightening and antioxidant protection. KEY INGREDIENTS Kakadu plum extract is sourced from the Kakadu plum, a fruit grown in northern Australia. It contains vitamin C, which restores the skin’s natural barrier, increases collagen production, and soothes irritation. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads These are the gold standard of peel pads, with a cult following and over 900 five-star reviews on Sephora. They’re easy to use and contain a blend of anti-aging exfoliating acids. Emollient Night Cream “In your 20s, you need to start upping the hydration in your skincare routine. You may have been cautious of over-moisturizing because of acne in your teens, but as you enter your 20s, your skin transitions and becomes drier,” Ross says. “I recommend an emollient night cream added into your evening skincare regimen.” “Twenty-somethings need to make sure that they are not using creams that will clog their pores and cause excess oil production,” says Somenek. Opt for non-comedogenic products. Cerave Skin Renewing Night Cream One great choice is the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, which is a non-comedogenic night cream that leaves skin soft and glowy. It combines the moisturizing powers of ceramides and hyaluronic acid. RoC Retinol Correxion Max Hydration Creme “The best night cream ingredients contain retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and/or salicylic acid or hyaluronic acid. The goal is to moisturize, yet remove excess oil,” says Somenek. This Roc Retinol Correxion cream fits the bill as it contains both hyaluronic acid and retinol so it promises to moisturize while also being non-comedogenic.
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