Once you hit the big three-O, collagen, elastin and hyaluronic levels start to decline. Cellular renewal also slows down, and you begin to see duller skin, more fine lines and some sagging. The key is to reduce daytime damage and accelerate overnight repair.
Once you hit the big three-O, collagen, elastin and hyaluronic levels start to decline. Cellular renewal also slows down, and you begin to see duller skin, more fine lines and some sagging. The key is to reduce daytime damage and accelerate overnight repair.
1. Antioxidant infusion
You’ll notice that skin doesn’t bounce back as quickly or easily as it did in your 20s, so support it with an antioxidant-enriched formula such as Izu Rejuvenating Cream ($124). This super hydrator promises to fortify skin’s moisture barrier, and restore it with vitamins A and E.
2. Multi-tasking concentrate
After decades of daily sun damage and stress, fine lines, sun spots and freckles will begin to surface. Top up your regular moisturiser with a high-performance multi-tasking concentrate. Izu Hydrating Gel II ($247), is said to reduce hyperpigmentation, boost elastin production, even out skin tone, and retexturise skin.
3. Brightening peel
Does your skin seem duller than before? This is because cellular turnover slows down dramatically in your 30s. CNP Laboratory Invisible Peeling Booster ($48.90), promises to help rev up the process. Formulated with hypoallergenic polyhydroxy acids, this mild daily peel sloughs off dead skin cells without damaging healthy cells, unveiling softer, smoother and more luminous skin.
4. Night recovery cream
Your skin heals best when it is at rest, so step up your routine with a cream specifically formulated for overnight rejuvenation. Sensuouz by Shannz Night Repair Cream ($97), reportedly accelerates cellular renewal, as well as collagen and elastin production, to smooth fine lines and give skin a subtle “lift”.
5. Mask and glow
Skin shows signs of fatigue more readily at this stage, and you may start to notice expression lines. Give skin a boost with an express mask such as Innisfree Bamboo Capsule Recipe Pack ($4). Rich in silica and antioxidants, bamboo extract is said to neutralise free radicals, prevent oxidative damage and increase collagen production, promising brighter skin in 10 minutes.
