The Ultimate Anti-Aging Skincare Routine

Collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid are essential building blocks of skin, and unfortunately, they start to break down as you age, causing fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness and changes in skin tone and texture. This process can begin as early as 25 but may start to become noticeable in your 30s, so if you're wondering when you should use anti-aging products, the answer is sooner rather than later.

Fortunately, caring for your skin through healthy diet, lifestyle, and skincare habits can make all the difference. Join us as we explore how to improve aging skin through a targeted skincare routine and essential products.

Essential anti-aging ingredients

When it comes to fighting the signs of aging, having the right skincare ingredients in your routine is essential. Here are some key ingredients to look out for when choosing products for your anti-aging routine:

• Retinol: This powerhouse ingredient helps to boost collagen production, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improve skin texture.
• Vitamins C & E: Known for its brightening properties, vitamin C also helps to promote collagen production and protect the skin from free radical damage. Vitamin E creates a natural barrier to protect the skin from damage and pollution.
• Humectants: Humectants like hyaluronic acid attract water to the skin to plump and firm the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Peptides: These amino acid compounds help to boost collagen production and improve skin elasticity.
• Niacinamide: This multi-tasking ingredient helps to improve skin texture, reduce hyperpigmentation, and protect the skin from environmental stressors.

By incorporating products containing these ingredients into your anti-aging skincare routine, you can promote healthy, youthful-looking skin. Of course, everyone's skin is different, so experiment and find the right combination of ingredients that work for you.

The best anti-aging skincare routine

As you age, your skin undergoes many changes that require you to modify your skincare routine accordingly. In your 20s, your skin is at its peak condition, but it's essential to start taking preventative measures to maintain its health and radiance. In your 30s, collagen production starts to slow down, leading to fine lines and wrinkles. Introducing retinoids, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid into your skincare routine can help combat these signs of aging.

In your 40s and 50s, hormonal changes can cause dryness and uneven skin tone. Adding products with glycolic acid, peptides, and antioxidants can help address these concerns.

As you enter your 60s and beyond, skin becomes thinner and more delicate, making it susceptible to wrinkles and age spots. Continuing to use products with retinoids and vitamin C can help slow down these signs of aging. Using products that contain ceramides and niacinamide can also help strengthen the skin barrier and improve its texture.

The skincare routine below is fully customizable so that you cover all the bases by adapting your routine to your specific needs.

1. Start with a cleanser

No matter your age, skin type, or concerns, cleansing is non-negotiable. Clean skin is not only healthier, it better absorbs the products that follow. For this step, we recommend the Soy pH-Balanced Hydrating Face Wash. This gentle gel cleanser nourishes, hydrates, and softens the skin. The non-stripping formula deeply cleanses pores and maintains the skin's natural pH. Enriched with upcycled soy proteins, aloe vera gel and cucumber extract, your skin will be cooled, calmed, and soothed with every use – ideal for both youthful and mature skin.

2. Exfoliate weekly

To keep your skin in its best condition, we advise that you add an exfoliant to your routine 1–2 times a week. This will improve the health and appearance of your skin by removing dead skin cells and encouraging skin cell regeneration. The result? Brighter-looking skin with a soft, even texture and tone.

Reach for Sugar Face Polish Exfoliator to get the job done.

3. Indulge in antioxidants

Antioxidants protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, which can contribute to wrinkles, dullness, and uneven skin tone. Antioxidant-rich ingredients help to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of dark spots, and promote a more youthful complexion.

To deeply penetrate 20+ surface layers and deliver healthy luminosity, add Kombucha Facial Treatment Essence to your skincare ritual. This fast-absorbing liquid treatment visibly repairs the effects of oxidative stress with the help of double-fermented kombucha and an advanced metabiotic. Customers report an increase in skin clarity, smoothness, and luminosity.

4. Embrace facial serums

Serums provide an infusion of active ingredients in high concentrations for targeted care. Their lightweight formulas provide maximum absorption to boost the efficacy of your skincare. To soothe the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin elasticity, include Crème Ancienne Supreme Face Serum in your daily ritual. This handcrafted anti-aging serum addresses signs of aging while protecting against further damage. Enriched with carefully selected plant extracts, skin feels nourished, supple, and comforted for youthful beauty.

5. Incorporate targeted eye products

The skin around our eyes is delicate and thin, making it one of the first areas to show signs of aging. This is why using a good quality eye cream or serum in your anti-aging skincare routine is crucial. Formulas such as our Crème Ancienne Supreme Eye Serum address dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines around the eyes for a brighter, firmer appearance and added comfort. Handmade and enriched with powerful root and botanical extracts, this silky eye treatment strengthens and smooths the skin around the eye.

6. Moisturize for your skin type

With a large variety of moisturizers to choose from, you’ll want to select a product specifically formulated to target signs of aging. Rest assured, Crème Ancienne provides optimal results. This luxuriously rich moisturizer is suitable for even the most delicate skin. Made with nourishing meadowfoam seed oil, skin-softening vitamin E, protective chamomile wax, and youth-giving beeswax, skin is visibly replenished with long-lasting results.

7. Apply SPF religiously

UV damage is one of the biggest contributors to premature signs of aging, as well as unwanted effects years down the line. For this reason, applying SPF every morning, regardless of the season, and reapplying regularly throughout the day to the face, neck and décolleté, hands, and other exposed areas is crucial.

8. Don't skimp on the beauty sleep

You may not have thought beauty sleep would form part of your skincare routine, but as you age, you recognize the effects it has, for better or worse. Your skin renews itself while you sleep, making deep, uninterrupted sleep of at least seven hours per night an absolute must. Applying an overnight face mask, such as Crème Ancienne White Truffle Overnight Mask, will further enhance your overnight skin repair process.

Enjoy timeless beauty with fresh

Tailor your daily skincare ritual to your stage of life for timeless beauty and lasting confidence. At fresh, we combine natural ingredients with modern science to create safe, effective skincare targeted at your every need. Find the perfect combination for glowing skin as you age.