Skin care after 60

Skincare is important regardless of age. As you get older, however, your skin changes significantly. Here’s a brief guide to choosing the skincare products that best meet your needs.

Signs of change
Everyone’s skin ages differently depending on their lifestyle and genetics. Here are the most common ways your skin can change as you get older:

• Lines and wrinkles appear
• Your skin begins to sag
• The upper layer dries out
• Age spots form
• Your skin tone dulls

Additionally, external factors such as air pollution and sun exposure can affect the health of your skin and exacerbate signs of aging.

Focus on hydration
A key component of your skincare routine should be helping your skin retain moisture. Here are a few crucial ingredients to look for in products for mature skin.

• Hyaluronic acid. As you age, your skin loses the ability to produce this moisture-retaining molecule. Hyaluronic acid makes your skin more resistant to dehydration and gives it a healthy glow.

• Ceramides. These natural fats help seal cracks in the epidermis that water would otherwise evaporate through. Additionally, ceramides create a barrier that keeps out harmful microbes and pollutants.

For advice on the best products for your skin, speak with a local cosmetician. If you’re concerned about your skin health, schedule a consultation with a dermatologist.

Anti-aging vs. anti-wrinkle
Anti-wrinkle creams specifically target the lines and creases in your skin. Anti-aging products, however, help reduce various signs of aging including wrinkles, dryness, age spots, and saggy skin.