Best Skincare for your 50s

As the body’s largest organ, skin does a remarkable job of protecting us from all sorts of assaults from the environment like sun and pollution as well as from internal challenges like dehydration and illness. Unfortunately, by the time we’ve hit our 50’s, our skin can’t protect us in the same way it used to and often requires some special attention.

What actually happens to our skin?

In our 50s, hormone production decreases which can introduce all sorts of physical changes in our skin (and body). In particular, a sharp decline in estrogen that accompanies menopause has a huge impact on how the skin on our face and neck look. Lower estrogen levels contribute to a decrease of collagen production as well as the skin’s naturally occurring hyaluronic acid. Without the support of these essential building blocks, the skin loses its ability to retain moisture, lines and wrinkles become more prominent and hyperpigmentation and sun damage become more pronounced.

What you can do

Fortunately, there are advanced skincare products that are specifically formulated to help repair and support our skin as we age. Look for products featuring DMAE, Elastin, Collagen, and Peptides to help strengthen the skin. Peptides are cosmeceutical ingredients that mimic skin’s natural components that help support or enhance your skin. DMAE is a unique ingredient that is thought to improve the skin’s overall appearance. According to a review published in the American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, studies found that DMAE may help increase skin firmness and lessen fine lines. Many of these key supportive ingredients can be found in cleansers, serums, eye creams and moisturizers.

For maintaining and building a supportive moisture barrier, you’ll want to use products formulated with hyaluronic acid. Products with hyaluronic acid will help your skin retain the moisture the skin needs to stay smooth and soft. For calming redness, nourish your skin with oils rich in essential fatty acids like Rosehip, Grapeseed, Seabuckthorn, or Hemp Oil. And consider extracts like Shitake, Turmeric, Ashwagandha, and Manuka Honey for maintaining a moisture balance and rejuvenating the skin.

Plus, keep using or add in products featuring Retinol, Niacinamide and Vitamin C – to brighten the skin followed by sunscreen, of course! Fortunately, Reviva is ready to help you attain healthy looking skin– at any age. With 50 years under our belt, we’ve helped countless generations of skin care users to keep their skin looking its absolute best!