Beauty
Aug 08You can achieve a clean, clear and glowing complexion at any age—you just need to know the right ingredients and the best anti-aging products to use based on your skin type and decade of life.
If you’re in your 20s and don’t wear sunscreen…
While this is the decade people tend to neglect the use of sunscreen, it’s arguably the most important time to use it. “Twenty-year-olds should be reapplying sunscreen every two hours when outdoors (even on cloudy days) in order to minimize the chances of developing sun damage and premature wrinkling,” says Shay Moinuddin, RN, Aesthetic Nurse Specialist/Practice Manager at The Few Institute. LaRoche Posay Anthelios Clear Skin SPF 60 is her go-to sunscreen and among the best anti-aging products since it’s mineral-based and “gives instant sun protection. “This sunscreen is non-comedogenic [it won’t block pores], oil-free, water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, and has unique oil-absorbing ingredients such as silica, which helps to reduce shine and keep the skin looking matte and fresh,” she says. Check out these anti-aging secrets dermatologists won’t tell you for free.
If you’re in your 20s and suffer from acne…
It’s not uncommon to suffer from oily and acne-prone skin during this decade. To help fight greasiness, battle breakouts, and shrink pore sizes, Michelle Yagoda, MD, a facial plastic surgeon in New York City, recommends Glyderm Gentle Cleanser. “Its pH is between 1.9 and 2.1, which makes it the strongest and most effective glycolic product on the market,” she says. She also recommends BeautyMe dietary supplement by Opus Skincare for the first five days of a 20-something’s period, as it keeps skin healthy, fresh, and blemish-free. “You mix one delicious scoop into your juice, smoothie, coffee, tea, water, or yogurt and say goodbye to period-skin,” she adds.
If you’re in your 20s and have sensitive skin
If you have especially sensitive skin, it’s even more important to wear sunscreen to prevent skin damage. “Sunscreen gives you a head start on anti-aging and protects your skin so you have less to worry about later,” says Dendy Engelman, MD, a dermatologist at Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in New York. She thinks an eye cream for all skin types as one of the best anti-aging products since the under-eye skin is so incredibly thin. “Aging shows here first, so I recommend a mild formula such as RoC Retinol Correxion Anti-Aging Eye Cream to those in their 20s.” Here are skin rules to live by for every stage of your life.
If you’re in your 20s and have dry skin
Keeping the skin hydrated with a moisturizer is key since dry skin can start premature aging, explains Dr. Engelman. Her go-to for all-around moisturizing is Cetaphil Daily Moisturizer with SPF. “You will be protecting skin from environmental damage, but also gentle enough for acneic skin,” she adds.
