Skin care is essential at any age. But once you cross 40, you need to go up a level with a few extra steps. Age really takes its toll on your skin. It weakens collagen structures affecting the texture and tone of your skin. The result is that you have to deal with ugly wrinkles and sagging skin with spots.

While you can’t simply turn back the clock of life, you can at least age gracefully. And here are 10 beauty and skincare tips to do just that.

1. Be careful with makeup

Women over the age of 50 should opt for light, more natural-looking makeup. Make sure you are wearing the right makeup. Makeup items must be of good quality. It should also be designed for your skin type.

2. Don’t go out without sunscreen

The sun causes more damage to your skin than anything else. It is to blame for wrinkles and brown spots. Build up your skin’s defense by applying a sunscreen every day. Apply generously to face, neck, and hands. Don’t settle for any sunscreen less than 30 SPF. Keep a travel-size sunscreen in your bag so you can reapply when needed.

You can also reduce sun exposure by wearing long-sleeved shirts, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat.

3. Soothe dry skin

A common complaint in women over the age of 50 is that their skin appears dry and listless. Tends to get flaky at times. This is due to its low moisture content caused by frequent exposure to the sun. Also, with age, the body’s natural ability to produce moisturizing oils is reduced.

One way to restore moisture to your skin is to use a moisturizer. You should moisturize the skin after a bath or wash. You may miss lotions and essential oils like almond oil. Vitamin E is an important compound in any skin care product.

Do not use cleansers that further dry the skin. Test the product before going all out and applying it. Opt for a creamy cleanser that leaves your face soft and smooth after every wash. Stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. In addition to that, you should also eat a healthy diet.

4. Avoid very hot water

Your bath water should not be too hot. It robs the skin of its natural oils making it look dry. Let the water be lukewarm. If your skin is excessively dry, avoid washing your skin too frequently.

5. Exfoliate weekly

Your skin repairs itself daily. Dead cells accumulate in the top layer of the skin. It is this layer of dead skin that gives you a tired look. Therefore, weekly exfoliation is a must. You must exfoliate your face as well as the body. The dry brush exfoliation technique before bathing really does wonders for your skin. It not only removes dead cells, but also improves blood circulation, helping conditions such as varicose veins.

You can use some of the ready-made face masks and body scrubs. However, if you only want to use natural ingredients on your skin, you can make your own body scrubs.

6. Ditch the tuxedo

Smoking causes premature aging of the skin. So quit smoking.

7. Anti-aging creams

While most people deny the need for anti-aging creams, you can use them to give your skin a little more collagen. Collagen is the structural protein that holds skin together. There is less collagen produced as you age. In addition, the fibers become weaker, which results in sagging and sagging skin.

Antiaging creams help boost the body’s natural production of collagen; therefore, they play a crucial role in skin repair and rejuvenation. They make the skin firmer. However, please review the products well before purchasing and using them. Vitamin A products are great for improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Most of them are only available as prescription products.

8. Get enough sleep

It’s not called restful sleep for no reason. The skin repairs and regenerates while you sleep. Getting 6-8 hours of deep sleep will conveniently take care of skin problems like dark circles, puffy eyes, and fine lines around the mouth.

9. Exercise to the rescue

Exercise can also change the appearance of your skin, as it improves blood circulation. It also regulates other bodily functions by ensuring that nutrients are properly distributed throughout the body.

10. Check your skin

You should check your skin regularly. Sudden changes in texture or tone should be reported to your doctor.

When it comes to aging skin, there is one thing to remember. You may not be able to appear younger than you really are. But you can definitely look good for your age and feel comfortable in your own skin!