From Acne to Anti-Aging Dermatological Solutions for Every Age

We all love to celebrate life but accepting the fact that we are aging is a tough pill to swallow. But, aging is a natural process and we should embrace it with open hands. Our bodies will change throughout our lives. Factors like hormones, physical exercise, genetics, muscle, and bone loss can affect the skin. Diet plays a significant role in our well-being as well.

Some people are lucky when it comes to looking younger for their age. But most of us can show the signs of aging like wrinkles, and fine lines. Collagen loss might not be so visible for years but losing elasticity is natural.

If you want to learn how to keep your skin healthy in every decade of your life, you should follow what dermatologists at Sanjivani Hospital Vadodara suggest and recommend. Don’t worry about breaking the bank if you are a teenager, some of the tips are free of cost.

Skincare Tips For Your 20s

When you are in your 20s, you don’t have to worry about wrinkles. Even though signs of aging are not visible, your skin is changing. Research shows that collagen decreases by 1% annually from your 20s. This loss can cause early signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and skin sagging.

How To Prevent Skin Damage in your 20s?

Sun Damage: We all know exposure to UV lights can cause more harm than good. In your 20s you should protect your skin from sun damage by using a good quality high s.p.f. Sunscreen. A broad-spectrum sunscreen can protect against both UVA and UVB rays.

Acne: Gone are the days when one used to think that acne was for teenagers. If you are suffering from acne in your 20s, it might be hormonal acne. Hormone acne can also be caused by the medications that you are taking. If you don’t have a CTM routine, that is a Cleanser, Toning, Moisturizing routine, it is time you should develop one now.

If you suffer from mild acne, we suggest you use:

• Use a gel-based cleanser.
• Use mildly exfoliating toners like AHAs or salicylic acids and glycolic acids.
• Use a lightweight moisturizer with hyaluronic acid.

You should also consider applying sunscreen and washing your face twice a day. Consider reading labels while shopping and buying non-comedogenic products.

Skincare Tips For Your 30s

When you reach your 30s, some signs of aging like fine lines can start appearing around your eyes.

More sun protection: Fine lines are often a result of exposure to UV light. UV exposure can cause photo-aging. Premature aging of the skin is termed photoaging. It can lead to skin cancer. Photoaging affects the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin) mildly and the dermis (the layer beneath the epidermis). We recommend applying the sunscreen at least 15-30 Mins before stepping out in the sun and reapplying every 2 hours.

Volume and Exfoliation: Experiencing a loss of volume around the cheeks and the eye area is due to a loss of collagen in the skin. Using exfoliants regularly will keep the dead skin at bay. If you are using a chemical exfoliant make sure to consult your dermatologist before starting a new routine.

Vitamin C: Regular use of vitamin C can lighten your dark spots increase collagen synthesis, and reduce free radicals. There are many vitamin-c serums available, you can choose according to your preference.

Skincare Tips For Your 40s

Patients are mostly concerned about wrinkles and a loss of elasticity as they reach their 40s. Continuous usage of sunblock and vitamin C will help delay these signs. Hyperpigmentation is visible due to regular sun damage.

Hydration: When creating a CTM routine, choose a cleansing balm to rehydrate your skin. Using a hydrating toner will also replenish the lost moisture. Use products with ingredients like Aloe vera.

Skin Cell Turnover: Exfoliation is the key to stimulating cell turnover to reveal clearer and brighter skin. You can use a good quality gentle chemical exfoliant. Topical application of vitamin A or retinol will also help with skin cell turnover.

Lifestyle Improvement: As we age, our metabolism starts slowing down, and the body does not retain water like it does when we are younger. To avoid dehydration include fresh vegetables and fruits regularly in your diet. Use oils with healthy fats, and include calcium in your diet.

Skincare Tips For Your 50s

As we cross a 50-year milestone, we are well-settled in life and mostly happy. But, our skin starts losing our natural hyaluronic acid. This leads to dry skin and loss of moisture. A significant decrease in ceramide levels can cause redness, increased sensitivity, dryness, and dullness.

Hormonal Changes: A sudden change in the hormones due to menopause can cause facial fat to redistribute, which will cause the face to appear thinner making it look more aged. Using dermal fillers by a good dermatologist can help restore the inner structure of the face and add lost volume to the face.

Nutritious Foods: Bone loss in the face will make the skin look more aged. For that, you should incorporate high amounts of proteins like lean meat, for adding more calcium to the diet add yogurt and cheese. Add more vitamins like vitamin D and K found in fish and green leafy vegetables, respectively.

Skincare Tips For Your 60s

Make retinol your best friend in your 60s. Including vitamin C in your skincare will boost elasticity in your postmenopausal state. Retinol’s usage will also reduce water loss from the skin, improve elasticity, and increase the production of elastin and collagen.

Full Body Care: You need to also pay attention to your whole body including your chest, neck, and hands as they will continue showing the signs of aging. Moisturizing your whole body will help smooth the dry skin. You should use a gentle cleanser to avoid further dryness of the skin. Use lukewarm water rather than hot water while bathing. Protect your skin from direct sunlight. Use a humidifier when the atmosphere is dry. Be happy that you are living the best of your life that the beauty is beyond the face and that there is more to life.

Embrace Aging

Nobody can run away from the fact that beauty fades over time, wrinkles are bound to happen, and fine lines will appear no matter what. It is better to take care of our skin by taking little steps like wearing sunscreen, adding vitamin C, and using retinol. Taking care of the body internally will also bring a glow to your face and make it appear brighter. Don’t forget your beauty sleep to replenish your energy. Make water your best friend. Also, read our other blogs to learn how to take care of your skin better. We hope you enjoyed reading it.