As we age, our skin care needs change. People in their 50s and older may experience drier and more irritated skin thanks to decreased function of sweat and oil glands. Making smart skin care decisions can improve the way your skin looks and feels.
squalene + vitamin c rose oil
bioessence
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps stimulate collagen production, making it a superstar skin care ingredient. This face oil brightens, firms and hydrates thanks to additional ingredients like squalene, Damascus rose extract and Chios crystal oil. It can be applied directly to the face or mixed into foundation to give your makeup routine a boost.
$74 from biossance.com
jet lag overnight eye serum
summer fridays
The skin around our eyes is very thin, making it one of the first places to show signs of aging. This overnight serum helps reduce fine lines and hydrate the skin, resulting in a more even, less crepey texture. It includes retinol to target the signs of aging but is still gentle enough for delicate under-eye skin. Glycerine helps lock in moisture, and licorice root extract reduces puffiness and inflammation.
$46 from summerfridays.com
superfood cleanser
youth to the people
Mature skin requires a gentle cleanser that won’t dry it out. This one includes a super lineup of superfoods that works for all skin types and purifies without stripping the skin barrier. Kale adds vitamins C and E, spinach provides essential fatty acids and soothes the skin, and green tea protects because it’s a powerful antioxidant.
$39 from youthtothepeople.com
retinol ceramide capsules
elizabeth arden
Retinol is a powerful anti-aging ingredient, but it also can take its toll on the skin if not used properly. A capsule treatment takes the guesswork out of how much to apply. Simply twist a capsule to release the product and squeeze onto your fingertips. Thanks to ceramides, this treatment also helps strengthen the moisture barrier while retinol increases collagen production.
$54/30 capsules from elizabetharden.com
the dewy skin cream
tatcha
This rich moisturizer that hydrates, seals in moisture, visibly plumps fine lines and protects from skin-aging oxidative stress. The formula includes hyaluronic acid to hydrate and smooth lines, squalene to keep skin hydrated longer, and Japanese purple rice to protect from free radical damage. The result is all-day hydration and an improved skin barrier.
$74 from tatcha.com