Your skin is the largest organ on your body and the one which takes the most exposure to the elements, so it is incredibly important for people of all ages to take care of their skin.
However, as you become older, just as with other areas of your body, your skin can start to show signs of change and addressing these changes is the key to ensuring your skin is healthy, both on the inside and outside.
With this in mind, here are the top six skincare tips for women over the age of sixty-five.
1. Check Your Foundation Has an SPF
Thankfully, the danger of prolonged exposure to the rays of the sun are well documented and now, people across the country and beyond are much more aware of the risks associated with sunbathing without any protection.
However, as you get older, the skin on your face, knees, and elbows starts to become thinner and therefore your chances of contracting health issues associated with the sun are heightened. Make sure that you always wear sunscreen and moreover, only use foundation which contains a high SPF.
2. Always Use a Quality Cleanser
Another really valuable tip for women who want to look after their skin as they get older is to (if you’re not currently using one) invest in a cleanser to use every single morning.
Moreover, if you do currently use a cleanser, it is strongly advisable to switch to a nourishing and hydrating milk facial cleanser, which will give you skin rejuvenation and all the moisture and natural protection it needs without stripping the surface.
3. Exfoliation Becomes More Important
Exfoliation becomes much, much, more important as you get older, mainly due to the fact that the outer layer of your skin is essentially a layer of dead skin which thickens as you age.
To make your skin appear younger, fresher, and more vibrant, it is essential to gently exfoliate this outer layer on your face and neck so the skin beneath it is more visible. Additionally, you should also be exfoliating your entire body as well, around once a week or even more if possible.
4. Treat Yourself to a Chemical Peel
Although the phrase ’chemical peel’ sounds fairly horrifying, as if the skin on your face will be forcibly peeled off, the actual fact is that chemical peels are gentle, soothing, and provide a myriad of benefits for the appearance and condition of your skin.
Such advantages of treating yourself to a chemical peel include, amongst a host of others, the following:
- A way to naturally minimize the visibility of pores
- A way to soothe any scars on your face and neck
- A way to smooth the skin around your eyes and nose
- An effective way to calm down acne breakouts
- A way to fade any discoloration
- A way to minimize wrinkles and fine lines
- A way to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet
5. Start Using Facial Oils
This is relatively new skincare product on the market, yet an exceedingly effective one. Facial oils are quickly becoming the most popular choice for hydration, so it would be a good idea to try one for yourself.
After you’ve cleansed your skin, massage some facial oil into the nooks and crooks of your neck, jawline and either side of your nose. Facial oils are fantastic for making your face feel moisturized throughout the day and act as an extra layer of protection against harsh weather, making them even more effective for people who spend a lot of time outdoors.
6. Avoid Dry Skin at All Costs
Finally, the sixth tip on the list for women over the age of sixty-five who want to make sure they are doing everything they can to look after the skin on their face and neck, as well as on the rest of their body, is to do everything you can to combat dry skin.
One of the most important ways of doing so is to avoid using hot water, either directly on your face or even in the shower or bath, as hot water is the fastest way to dry out your skin. Additionally, water which is too hot will also serve to strip your skin of the essential oils which naturally sit on the top layer, especially on your face and neck.
Furthermore, you should stay away from any product, whether this is make-up, oils, creams, or cleansers which are soap-based and instead choose toiletries which are either creamy or oily. After you have a bath or shower, take just a few minutes to massage almond oil or extra virgin coconut oil into your skin, being careful around your eyes. This will lock in the moisture and prevent your skin from becoming dry and flaky.