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After the age of 40, the skin becomes thinner and less elastic due to collagen breakdown. Therefore, skin care after the age of 40 is mainly focused on promoting collagen and elastin to stabilize hydration, keeping skin plump.
1. How does the skin change when over 40 years old?
After the age of 40, the signs of skin aging will become more pronounced. Because the skin is only brightest when estrogen levels are high, so around the age of 40, this hormone begins to decrease, causing the natural beauty of the skin to decline.
Low estrogen also leads to collagen loss, deficiency and osteoporosis, sagging skin and the appearance of wrinkles. Normally, a woman will lose 1% of collagen each year from the age of 20. So, by the age of 40, the skin becomes thinner and less elastic as collagen breaks down. At the same time, the skin is also dry, hard texture and appear more dark circles under the eyes due to damage from the sun.
At this point, the skin care strategy after the age of 40 should focus on increasing moisture and repairing damage caused by aging. From there, limit sagging skin, freckles, age spots, ...
2. Skin care notes after the age of 40
2.1. Gentle Cleansing When you're past your 40s, it's important to cleanse your face without stripping your skin of its natural oils. To do this, it is necessary to wash your face gently to keep the skin soft and plump. Start your morning skincare routine with a mild cleanser to remove dead skin cells that have accumulated overnight.
2.2. Use an eye cream to care for your skin after the age of 40 The skin under the eyes is very sensitive and can be the place where the visible signs of aging are evident. At this time, the use of eye cream will help provide essential nutrients to the skin, remove crow's feet, puffiness and dark circles to improve the bright, youthful appearance around the eyes.
2.3. Start supplementing with vitamin C If you haven't used skin care products with vitamin C ingredients since the age of 30, the 40-year-old milestone should be the time to start.
Vitamin C is a skin lightener, antioxidant and UV light agent. Therefore, adding this antioxidant-rich vitamin to your skin care routine after the age of 40 will help fight free radical damage to the skin. Additionally, dermatologists also choose vitamin C to help prevent hyperpigmentation spots and support the structure of collagen.
2.4. Keep your skin moisturized Using a daily moisturizer is one of the skin care steps after the age of 40. Moisturizing cream helps replenish natural lipids, prevents water loss, promotes barrier repair as well as fights the signs of aging.
2.5. Apply Sunscreen Every Day One of the biggest culprits of skin aging is sun exposure. Ultraviolet rays from the sun destroy the elastic fibers that keep the skin firm and cause wrinkles to flourish. Moreover, sunlight is also the cause of freckles on the skin.
Therefore, sun protection when going outdoors is essential. A sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF 25 or higher is important in your morning skin care routine.
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2.6. Exfoliate twice a week Skin in your 40s has started to become thinner. Therefore, exfoliating should only be maintained twice a week, providing the benefit of stimulating circulation and bringing more oxygen and nutrients to the skin.
2.7. Replenish Skin Serums Serums or serums are a great addition to skin care product lines from the age of 40. But because of its high concentration, it is necessary to use the right ingredients at the right time as well as choose the right serum for the nature of the skin.
2.8. Enhance skin nutrients in the diet If you have a healthy diet, your skin will also be healthy. Besides maintaining a reasonable diet, you need to choose a healthy lifestyle, including drinking plenty of water, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly to improve skin regeneration.
Foods to incorporate into the diet that provide many skin benefits such as sua:
Blueberries: This is a fruit with high antioxidant properties. They are high in fiber, vitamins C and K, and other minerals. Almonds: This fruit contains a lot of protein, lowers cholesterol levels. Garlic: Very beneficial for the cardiovascular system, especially people over 40 years old. Eggs: These are a complete protein, which means they contain all nine essential amino acids the body needs. Avocado: This fruit is also a great source of protein and contains good fats that make the body supple and toned. Watermelon: In addition to containing a lot of water, watermelon is a fruit rich in nutrients. The ingredients present in watermelon intestines contain vitamins A , B6 and C as well as many other antioxidants. Spinach: This is a vegetable packed with vitamins and minerals. Therefore, it is very good for your skin. Olive Oil: Just one tablespoon of olive oil contains good fats (mono and polyunsaturated) that can help keep your heart and skin healthy. 2.9. Performing facial massage The lymphatic system on the skin slows down as the body begins to age. Meanwhile, it is the lymphatic system that is responsible for eliminating toxins, so people may notice the appearance of puffiness. At this point, you need to get into the habit of massaging your skin every night before going to bed.
2.10. Relax the body Physical and mental stress can affect the health and beauty of the skin by many mechanisms as follows:
Stress triggers an inflammatory response. Stress can dry out the skin. Stress hormones trigger existing medical conditions to worsen or flare up. Stress can also cause the skin to produce more oil, leading to acne breakouts. Therefore, building a lifestyle and working, reasonable rest, away from stress is also a method to protect and maintain the youthful appearance of the skin.
2.11. Perform periodic skin checks Make it a habit to check the health of your skin at the dermatologist's office once a year or many times if there are abnormal conditions, skin diseases. Because the 40-year-old milestone is a reasonable time to evaluate the condition of the skin from a dermatologist.
In summary, signs of sagging skin, wrinkles or hyperpigmentation often appear after the age of 40. However, with a few tips on skin care regimen after age 40 as above, you can limit Prevents aging, creates conditions to maintain a bright, healthy appearance for your skin.
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References: Byrdie.com, Menshealth.com, Womenshealthmag.com, Us.comfortzoneskin.com
