Why does mature skin look dull?
When it comes to aging, we tend to focus primarily on our skin. Countless formulas promise dazzling benefits, but it can be very confusing when you try to stick to a daily skincare routine. You may notice that our skin type changes as we age. Generally, we have oily skin during our teenage years and are often troubled by rashes and spots until we are 25 and older. By the age of 30, the first signs of aging begin to appear, with fine lines, crow’s feet, and facial wrinkles becoming noticeable. But for today’s topic, we’re going to explore why our skin looks dry and dull. Skincare routines don’t usually change much over the years, which is why you may be confused when your mature skin looks dull.
The way our skin works is to renew skin cells. The process takes about 28 days. For young skin, this is quick and easy, but over time, the cellular process slows down, often resulting in a buildup of dead skin cells that mask signs of the glowing skin underneath. With this in mind, we’re going to explore how to combat this issue and make dull mature skin a thing of the past!
How to Get Glowing Mature Skin?
Highly effective skincare ingredients really only come into play once we are over 40. If you have not done so at this point, now is the perfect time to introduce a skincare formula containing AHAs that is suitable for your skin type. For example, for mature skin that is prone to dryness, lactic acid may be the best chemical peel. If you want to learn more about AHAs and their skin benefits, you can read a blog post that explains them all.
I will now share with you a simple daily skincare routine that contains effective ingredients to fight dull skin.
Cleansing Products
Cleaning your skin with rich, creamy formulas can help remove dirt, bacteria, or impurities that often find their way into the skin and make it look dull. Not only do they remove dirt, but they also loosen the bonds of dead skin cells to the surface of the skin.
Chemical Exfoliating Toners
After using a milky, non-foaming cleanser, using a toner with powerful ingredients such as glycolic acid or lactic acid can help remove the buildup of dead skin cells that can make the skin look dull and gray.
Using Two Serums
There is no limit to how much serum you can apply to your skin. However, I found two that contain different ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin C. Both target the lower layers of the skin and provide different skin benefits. For example, hyaluronic acid is a humectant that locks moisture into the skin, moisturizing and plumping the skin, reducing fine lines, skin flakes, and dullness.
Switch to a Night Formula
You’ll notice that night creams, moisturizers, and oils have slightly different formulas than daytime products. Our bodies regenerate while we sleep, which is why you’ll find that skincare designed for the evening contains more ingredients that give the skin the help it needs to regenerate and repair any damage it suffered during the day.
Use Night Care Products
Products used at night, such as masks and oils, have similar benefits to the aforementioned night creams, etc. But the difference is that you can expect a more noticeable impact on the overall appearance of your skin, as this is one of the advantages of using night care products. The results are usually short-lived, which is why it’s a good idea to combine night care products with night care products.
Retinoids Are Your Best Friend
Admittedly, retinoids are one of the most difficult ingredients to use. What I mean by this is that incorporating retinol into your evening routine is a long process that requires time and patience to avoid the side effects that often occur when used improperly. However, if you use it correctly, you will be amazed at how your skin looks and feels once tolerance is built up. If you have concerns about using retinol, it is best to consult a doctor, dermatologist or medical professional for further advice. All you need to know about retinol can be found in this blog post about its efficacy and skin care benefits.
The Last Step – SPF
Skin can appear dull, dark and grey when it is damaged by free radicals. This condition usually occurs due to overexposure to harmful UV rays as well as pollution and other environmental factors. SPF not only prevents the skin from getting sunburned or showing signs of hyperpigmentation and dark spots that are signs of sun damage. SPF also creates a protective barrier on the skin that fights impurities and keeps them away from the skin.
What Makes the Face Look Younger?
In addition to the skin care routine we have shared here, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make to make your skin look younger:
Get enough sleep – tired skin looks just like aged skin. Try to get 8 hours of sleep every night to keep your complexion looking younger (after all, it’s called beauty sleep for a reason)
Use a silk pillow – it’s gentle on the skin and helps improve overall texture and appearance
Get some exercise – moving around can stimulate circulation, and even sweating can draw out toxins from the skin, leaving you with a glowing complexion!
Body brush – don’t forget that the skin on your body can also look dull. Using a body brush can stimulate circulation and boost skin health.
Drink enough water – Despite being the largest organ, the skin rarely gets enough water. So make sure to drink as much water as possible and use products with hydrating ingredients to keep your skin looking radiant and youthful.
Quit smoking – I don’t need to go into too much detail, you know it’s bad for you and even worse for your skin. Do your best to stop.
Avoid drinking alcohol – Just like smoking, you know it’s bad for you, so cut back on your drinking. Your skin will thank you.
These are some additional changes or additions you can incorporate into your daily routine. You’ll be surprised at the difference even the smallest changes you make make!
What are the best moisturizers for over 50?
If you’re over 50 and searching for a moisturizer, here are some key ingredients to look out for:
Everyday Ingredients
Vitamin C
Hyaluronic Acid
Niacinamide
SPF 30 and up
Vitamin E
Night Ingredients
Hyaluronic Acid
Retinoids
Vitamin E
Lactic Acid
Finding a moisturizer with any of these ingredients will keep your skin healthy and youthful. Whether you follow these tips to the letter or choose the ones that work best for you and your lifestyle, you’ll see a huge improvement in the appearance of your skin.
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