Intensive Anti-Ageing Routine for Skin Rejuvenation

With age, the way our skin looks and feels changes. Wrinkles and fine lines develop, along with loss of elasticity. While it’s impossible to stop nature from taking its course, adopting the right routine can allow you to maintain radiant and healthy-looking skin no matter your age or skin concerns.

Taking steps early on and including the right ingredients in your routine can help you regain your youthfulness throughout the years.

Here, we’ll unpack the best anti-ageing skin care routine, key anti-ageing ingredients to include, as well as the steps to take for best results.

Essential anti-ageing skincare ingredients

To combat signs of ageing, there are some essential ingredients to incorporate into your skincare, such as the ones below, which are important for anyone wondering how to improve ageing skin:

• Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as salicylic acid, help to remove the “cement” that binds dead skin cells together and are great for exfoliating purposes.
• Collagen: Essential for hydrating the skin for a more youthful look, collagen is a building block protein contained in skin cells for maintaining skin elasticity and strength.
• Humectants: These work to draw moisture to the skin and bind it to the cells, making them vital for hydrating the skin. Some examples include polyglutamic acid and hyaluronic acid.
• Retinol: A powerhouse for combating sun damage and early signs of ageing, retinol is made from vitamin A.
• Vitamin C: Essential for protecting the skin from sun damage and free radicals.
• Vitamin E: A key ingredient in helping the skin lock in moisture, this fat-soluble vitamin occurs naturally in the skin’s oil.

Recommended routine to combat ageing

We all have different skin, meaning that what works for one person might not necessarily work for the next person when it comes to anti-ageing skincare. With that in mind, it makes sense that your chosen products should be guided by your specific skincare needs, type, and concerns.

If you’re wondering when should you use anti-ageing products, the answer is daily. It’s widely recommended to start your anti-ageing routine in your 20s. However, the routine and products will differ significantly from the ones you’ll use in your 50s, which is why it’s key to use the right products at each stage of your life.

Your skin type should guide your skincare purchasing decisions; products for oily skin may irritate a dry or sensitive skin type or the other way around. It’s best to buy products that were specially created for your skin type.

That being said, there’s a basic anti-ageing skincare routine outline to follow. After finding the most suitable products for you, incorporate them into this routine.

Begin with cleansing

Daily cleansing is the starting point of all skincare routines, no matter the skin type. If you’re in your 20s or early 30s, a foaming cleanser is good. More mature skin will require a more nourishing cleanser.

Those with visibly ageing skin should opt for a cream cleanser instead. Cream cleansers are recommended for replenishing natural oils, nutrients, and moisture as the years go by. Avoid cleansers that are specially created for reducing acne or physically exfoliating the skin, as they tend to be too harsh for older skin.

Weekly exfoliation

There are multiple benefits of exfoliating, including brightening your skin and removing dead skin cells, among others. This step shouldn’t be omitted from your anti-ageing routine. There are various exfoliators to choose from, but highly recommended are chemical exfoliators, such as AHAs, which are known to be effective and typically cause less skin irritation.

You can also use a mask or pad that contains AHAs once a week.

Antioxidants should precede other products

To prepare your skin for other products, such as your serum or moisturiser, apply a facial treatment essence twice a day, in the morning and evening. We recommend the Kombucha Facial Treatment Essence, an antioxidant step comprising artemisia flower extract, hyaluronic acid, kombucha, and an advanced metabiotic. The result? An intensely hydrating essence with the ability to penetrate more than 20 surface layers for visibly healthy and radiant skin.

Include a facial serum

Arguably one of the most important skincare products, serums offer relatively more active ingredients than regular moisturisers. This is largely attributed to their smaller molecular structure, allowing them to absorb deeper into the skin.

A great choice is fresh’s Crème Ancienne Supreme Face Serum, which has powerful antioxidants, roots, and botanical extracts for combating signs of ageing. It works to improve wrinkles and elasticity and protect against further damage.

Use targeted eye products

Every person should have a targeted eye product, regardless of age. Choose an eye serum or eye cream based on your specific skin concerns. Essentially, anti-ageing eye serums and creams focus on under-eye bags, fine lines, and dark circles, which are tell-tale signs of ageing.

A good pick is fresh’s Crème Ancienne Supreme Eye Serum, a potent targeted eye serum containing extracts from the silk bark tree that has the ability to reduce dark circles and under-eye wrinkles. At the same time, it works to reduce puffiness and increase skin firmness.

Use the right moisturiser

Just as with the other products, opt for a moisturiser created for ageing and your skin type. Although, it’s important to note that some moisturisers are suitable for all skin types, such as the Crème Ancienne.

Handmade in a monastery, this highly effective moisturiser’s rich texture can also work on sensitive skin without causing irritation. Made with meadowfoam seed oil, chamomile wax, vitamin E, and beeswax, this moisturiser improves skin stability while smoothing the look of lines and wrinkles.

Ensure daily SPF application

One of the factors that accelerate ageing is UV damage, which is why you must prioritise SPF application each day from a young age. This step comes in after your skincare routine and before any makeup application.

You should either choose a moisturiser with SPF or use a high-quality sunscreen with moisturising properties.

Get enough sleep

Your body has a chance to renew itself when you sleep, which is why it’s so important. Make the most of this time by using a wrinkle-fighting night cream or facial mask for effortless overnight treatment for your skin.

Find out what fresh anti-ageing products you can use overnight, depending on your skin type, concerns, and age. Overnight products give your skin an added boost of revitalisation.

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