Most of us like to stay with our "tried and true" skin care products. I'm one of those people. However, when we consider the natural changes in life, we should also consider the fact of aging skin issues.
Think of it this way. As our vision changes with age, so does the strength of our contact lens or eyeglass prescription. Because the skin produces less natural oil as we get older, our skin needs also change. There's also the climate changes when one moves to a different region. Or if the need for medicines change, many times our skin is affected. If we don't address these changes with effective products, our skin will begin to look lackluster and dull.
What to do? Try a cleanser and moisturizer designed for dry skin. I know, I know! Why put out big bucks for something you aren't sure will work on your particular situation. I'm going to help you with that! Aren't you excited?
Look for products infused with moisture-attracting ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, shea butter, ceramides, and dimethicone. Skip the oil-stripping astringents and toners, which are suited for oily and combination complexions. Want an even bigger boost? Faithfully apply a rich cream to your face at night after cleansing. You'll wake up with a smoother, baby-soft complexion.
Warning: Most wrinkles come from too much sun exposure, pared with lack of hydration…that's water, ladies and gents! True, we all need the Vitamin D the sun provides. However, research has shown that 10-15 minutes a day is PLENTY. Never to be absorbed between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. That is when the sun and the UV rays are at their most dangerous position. Sun lovers skin will age more quickly than those who protect their skin (with sun-block, hats, etc.) while outside during the summers months. Not that wrinkles are bad, per say. They won't kill you. It's just a memo to tuck under your hat while sunbathing. I had a friend that loved her wrinkles. They did look good on her. She was one that laughed much, loved hard, and lived in peace. So her wrinkles accented her loving personality. Yes…she did wear moisturizers to make her skin radiant, while living her life in the sun. Wrinkles and all. I miss my Jani.
Memo: You can stay with your loved product line, if it caters to different skin types. One size does not fit all, in this situation. This is where a good esthetician's advice comes in handy, instead of trying to make sense of all those ingredients.