Take Care of Your Skin Through The Ages

Skin care is important at every age, but your needs will change depending on which decade of life you’re in. Learning which skin issues are most common at any age can help simplify your skincare routine and make it more effective. From preventive measures in your 20s to targeted treatments in your 60s, understanding the needs of your skin at each phase is key.

In Your 20’s

Acne

Many young adults struggle with acne. Hormonal changes, slower skin cell turnover, stress, or sleeping with make-up on are all contributing factors. We recommend a cleanser with Salacylic Acid and Glycolic such as the SaviorSkin Acne Wash or SaviorSkin Brightening Wash.

Changes in Skin Texture

Lifestyle changes in your 20’s can contribute to skin texture changes, enlargement of pores and overall dullness. SaviorSkin Texture Tonic helps to gently exfoliate your skin giving you a radiant glow.

Collagen Decline

Research has shown that sun exposure/UV damage is the main cause of skin collagen loss.  Using daily sunscreen, (ALL SEASONS, yes, even on winter Minnesota days!) such as SaviorSkin Daily Defense, is essential to help protect collagen damage. To help boost collagen production, we recommend daily use of a vitamin C (SaviorSkin Super C) and a topical Retinoid such as SaviorSkin Retinol Serum or SaviorSkin Gentle Retinol.

In Your 30’s

While things start slowing down in your 20’s, we don’t often notice them on our skin until the 30’s. For example, production of collagen starts to show fine lines and slower skin cell turnover causes dullness and dry skin. We also start to experience hyperpigmentation due to hormonal changes during pregnancy or years of exposure to the sun that contribute to discoloration and sun spots. One of the early signs of aging is the loss of volume in the fat pads in our face. This begins to accelerate in the coming decades.

Maintain the good skin care habits established in your 20’s and introduce anti-aging treatments for prevention. We recommend:

Antioxidants/Exfoliants

Look for products that contain vitamin C and lactic acid to mitigate the effects of exposure to sun and environmental pollutants. Try SaviorSkin Super C and SaviorSkin Texture Tonic.

Retinol/Retinoids

Introduce a medical grade retinoid to prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin texture such as SaviorSkin Retinol Serum and Gentle Retinol.

Hyaluronic Acid

Treating with Hyaluronic Acid hydrates skin and helps boost elasticity. Our favorite is SaviorSkin Hydration Salvation to quench dehydrated skin and minimize the visible signs of aging.

Injectables

Strategic neuromodulators like Botox can be started to treat or prevent early wrinkle development. A small amount of dermal filler can replace early volume loss. MedWell offers Botox/Dysport and Juvederm/Restylane.

Common Skin Issues in Your 40’s

Your body is beginning to decrease oil and estrogen production. This will lead to dryness as well as thinner, more brittle skin. The lymph system naturally drains toxins from the body, but requires movement to operate. A decline in activity with age slows this system down, leading to inflammation. While anti-aging skin care remains important, it’s time to focus on the skin issues specific to you.

Anti-Aging

Add an anti-aging serum, such as SaviorSkin Super C and SaviorSkin Retinol. Combat dry skin with a moisturizer such as SaviorSkin Hydration Salvation or SaviorSkin Moisture Balm.

Lifestyle

In your 40’s, your body can no longer recover from lost sleep, poor eating, or dehydration like it used to. Positive (and negative) choices will be reflected in your skin. Get a hydrating MedWell IV Infusion or Hydrafacial on a regular basis to stay hydrated! Recognize the signs of hormone imbalance such as fatigue, brain fog, irritability, and weight gain. If these sound familiar, consult with one of our Biote Certified providers to discuss if you are a candidate for Biote BHRT pelleting to combat the aging process that occurs with hormonal changes. 

Annual Appointments

See a trusted dermatology provider for annual visits to screen for skin cancer or precancerous lesions. 

Injectables

Botox and Dysport can treat fine lines and wrinkles. Dermal Fillers (juvederm and Restylane) and Biostimulators (injectables that stimulate your own collagen production) such as Sculptra and Radiesse replace continued volume loss.

SkinPen Microneedling

Microneedling treatments at MedWell can boost collagen production, fine lines and texture and help with sun damage. Adding Platelet Rich Plasma to this treatment amplifies the results!

Common Skin Issues in Your 50’s

Fine lines and wrinkles are unavoidable in your 50’s as collagen and elastin decline. Skin sagging becomes more noticeable, especially under the eyes or around the mouth and jawline. This is due to a combination of shrinking fat pads and bone resorption. Aging makes the body more susceptible to inflammation, which is often reflected as puffiness under the eyes. Keep up with your preventative routines, but also, look toward treatment options for areas of concern that are already here.

Skin Care

Continued use of sunscreen, exfoliating acids, peptides, vitamin C, and retinol for preservation.

Injectables

Botox and dermal fillers help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and add volume where necessary as this typically accelerates during the fifth decade of life. Botox and Dysport can treat fine lines and wrinkles, Dermal Fillers (juvederm and Restylane) and Biostimulators (injectables that stimulate your own collagen production) such as Sculptra and Radiesse replace continued volume loss.

Chemical Peels

Improve the appearance of aging skin. A chemical peel procedure removed the outer layer of old skin, revealing a smoother, less wrinkled appearance.

SkinPen Microneedling

Microneedling treatments at MedWell can boost collagen production, fine lines and texture and help with sun damage. Adding Platelet Rich Plasma to this treatment amplifies the results!

Common Skin Issues in Your 60’s and Beyond

As you age, skin becomes increasingly thinner and more prone to damage. Wrinkles become deeper, discoloration more prominent, and skin tags or other benign growths may appear. Changes to circulation make it harder for toxins to be eliminated, and more difficult for nutrients and oxygen to get delivered. 

Skin Care

Maintain your skin care routine and especially Vitamin C serum and Retinol. Moisture is lost with aging skin, SaviorSkin Hydration Salvation, Moisture Balm and Moisture Boost are great options to replace hyaluronic acid and maintain moisture. 

Lifestyle

At this age, maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes more important than ever. Staying hydrated, eating healthy foods, and staying active will keep you feeling good, and looking good too.

Maintenance

Dermal Fillers (Juvederm and Restylane) and Biostimulators (injectables that stimulate your own collagen production) such as Sculptra and Radiesse replace continued volume loss and can take years off your appearance.

We recommend sunscreen, vitamin C, and retinol during EVERY stage for prevention and preservation!

If you would like to formulate a skincare plan, schedule a free consultation or give us a call at (320) 585-SKIN.