From: L’Oréal Paris
If you’re in
your 20s or 30s, you might not even be thinking about what your skin
will look like when you’re older—that’s the beauty of having youthful
skin. But the truth is, your skin changes as you age—so taking care of
your complexion now with the right skin care routine and skin care products
can help keep your complexion looking its best in the future. One of
those changes you might experience is a loss of moisture, which can
leave your skin feeling dry. What’s more, you might notice visible signs
of aging, like wrinkles and dark spots,
becoming more prominent as you get older. So, it’s time to adopt the
following skin care tips into daily skin care routine, including
choosing a hydrating moisturizer and using a nightly peel pad formulated with glycolic acid.
[post_ads_2]1. Apply Moisturizer morning and night
Whether you’ve got dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, sensitive skin,
or anywhere in between, applying moisturizer should be something that
you never skip out on if you want to maintain the appearance of youthful
skin. Every morning and night after cleansing, slather on moisturizer
while skin is still damp to help lock in hydration.
Speaking of moisturizer, are you
looking to add a new one to your skin care routine? It’s all about
finding one that’s right for your skin type’s unique needs. The
following three moisturizers are formulated with hyaluronic acid and aloe vera
water to provide long-lasting hydration, which, as you now know, goes
hand-in-hand with the appearance of youthful-looking skin.
If you have oily skin…try the L’Oréal Paris Hydra Genius Daily Liquid Care for Normal to Oily Skin.
If you have dry skin…try the L’Oréal Paris Hydra Genius Daily Liquid Care for Normal to Dry Skin.
If you have extra dry skin…try the L’Oréal Paris Hydra Genius Daily Liquid Care for Extra Dry Skin.
[post_ads_2]2. Wear Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen (or Moisturizer with SPF)
Besides applying moisturizer, one of
the best things you can do to help keep your skin looking youthful is
using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher daily as
directed. To cut back on the number of steps in your skin care routine,
consider using a moisturizer with SPF, like the L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Bright Reveal Brightening Day Lotion SPF 30,
in the A.M. In addition to applying broad-spectrum sunscreen as the
last step in your skin care routine in the morning, you should also
reapply sunscreen at least every two hours (or immediately after
swimming or sweating), limiting your amount of time in the sun
(especially during peak hours between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.), seeking
shade, and covering up exposed areas in long sleeves, pants, a
broad-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. (Find out How to Reapply Sunscreen.)
3. EXFOLIATE ON THE REGULAR
Dull skin, which can be the result of
dead skin cells that have built up the on the surface of your skin, can
leave you looking older than you really are. Exfoliation can help rid
the surface of your skin of this dead skin cell buildup. An easy way to exfoliate is by using a peel pad as part of your nightly skin care routine. The L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Bright Reveal Brightening Daily Peel Pads
are formulated with glycolic acid and have a multi-ply texture to help
resurface dull, uneven skin tone. Immediately, skin looks brighter,
while skin tone appears more even with continued use over time.
4. PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR NECK
Be honest: When it comes to your skin
care routine, how much attention do you really pay to your neck? If you
answered none at all, you’re not alone. Plenty of people stop their skin
care routine at their jawline—but it’s important to apply whatever skin
care products you use your face to your neck as well if you want to
help maintain the appearance of youthful-looking skin. That means
cleansing, exfoliating, and applying moisturizer below your chin. Spread
the skin care love! (Here's more on Why You Should Pay Attention to Your Neck.
[post_ads_2]5. BE GENTLE WHEN YOU PUT ON MAKEUP
Think about it: How much force do you use when you put on eyeliner?
Do you pull on the outer corners of your eyes? When it comes perfecting
a cat eye, of course you want a super-straight line, but tugging isn’t
the answer. The good news is that you can nail the look while still
being gentle. If you must hold the corner of your eye for any reason
when applying makeup, try using your ring finger, because it provides less pressure than your other fingers.
[post_ads_2]6. ALWAYS REMOVE YOUR MAKEUP BEFORE BED
We get it: When you get home after a
long day running around, the last thing you want to do is spend time
navigating a full skin care routine. In fact, you probably want to hop
into bed ASAP and just dream of youthful skin! But hold off on snoozing
immediately and take off your makeup first. When you sleep in your
makeup, it can mix with the dirt and oil that has built up on the
surface of your skin, which can lead to clogged pores (and clogged pores
can lead to breakouts and blackheads). To make things easier on
yourself, stash a bottle of micellar water, like the L’Oréal Paris Micellar Cleansing Water Complete Cleanser Waterproof – All Skin Types,
on your nightstand. All you have to do is saturate a cotton pad with
micellar water and wipe it across your face to remove your makeup. If
you’re specifically removing eye makeup, hold the pad over closed eyes for a few seconds, then wipe.
Now that you know the basics, why not
hone in on specific factors that can disrupt an otherwise
youthful-looking complexion? For your next lesson in skin care, check
out our article, Your Guide to Taking Care of Dull-Looking Skin.
