I like keeping my skincare simple but effective. These are my favorite products that keep skin hydrated, glowing, and nourished for women over 40
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Cleansers
Moisturisers and creams
Serums
SPFs
Eye care
Evening routine
Cleansers
Cleansers that do the job without stripping my skin, leaving it fresh but not tight
Love this face wash, as it has a milk consistency and it's perfect for dry skin
La Roche Posay Toleriane Gentle Hydrating Cleanser
A gentle start to the day, skin is fresh but not tight.
Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser
I don’t want to strip my skin of its natural oils, so I use a gentle, soothing cleanser to remove any debris that may have accumulated over night.
Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish 100ml Pump
Moisturisers and creams
My picks for keeping skin nourished, plump, and feeling comfortable all day.
Lightweight but deeply hydrating, it gives me that healthy glow
No.7 Hydra Luminous Collection
Skin is firm and bouncy after this one
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
Another hydration booster, like a big glass of water for my skin.
Vichy Minéral 89
This one can be used both in the morning and in the evening, after serum, and it's great for dry and sensitive skin
Rich Vegan Collagen & Spilanthes Cream Anti-age
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I tried this cream as a sample and really enjoyed it. light, non-greasy, it didn't cause any breakouts. A bit pricey for me, but worth it if it’s in your budget
Augustinus Bader The Cream
Serums
Targeted treatments that give my skin an extra boost where it needs it
I mix two drops of this serum with my evening face cream (advice from the pharmacist) and it really helps with skin texture. It can also be used as a hair care as it strengthens hair and restores volume.
Aroma Zone Concentrated Serum Niacinamide 10%, Copper & Zinc
Locks in hydration overnight.
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Serum
Softens lines and renews skin gently.
The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane
Helps even tone and brighten (some prefer this in AM, I like alternating).
Drunk Elephant Vitamin C Serum
SPFs
Light sunscreens I don’t mind putting on every morning
Light and invisible SPF protection
Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer SPF
I found it to be a lovely lightweight and moisturising formula, it just melts into the skin. It can also be used as a primer.
Heliocare 360 SPF 50 Air Gel (Oil free)
I’ve hated every sunscreen I’ve tried, until this one. No cast at all, lightweight, dries quickly and it’s not heavy!
SPF 40 Face Sunscreen Moisturizer
Eye care
Gentle products that help with puffiness, fine lines around the eyes.
I got this eye contour serum as a gift, and I cannot praise it more - I have puffy eyes in the morning, and this one reduces puffiness and dark circles visibly
Aroma Zone Concentrated Eye Contour Serum 5% Caffeine & Helichrysum
Rich and refreshing, perfect for tired morning eyes.
Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Cream
Evening routine
At night I focus on nourishing and renewing, so I wake up with skin that feels rested.
The most gentle and soothing cleanser. It removes my make up, cleans my face, and leaves my face moist. I also love the small size available for travel!
Gentle Cleansing Oil - Sulwhasoo
After trying a lot of toners this is still one of my favorite. It helped me keep my face hydrated and glowing and minimized my pores.
COSRX Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner
My overnight skin-smoother, leaves me fresh by morning
Drunk Elephant TLC Framboos Night Serum
Try massaging your skin each night, as the last step before you snooze, to improve the blood circulation in your skin.
Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil
It strengthens your skin barrier and nourishes your skin overnight. It also hydrates and lifts the skin. It dries completely in 15 mins, so you can go to sleep, and in the morning you can just peel it off. Satisfying feeling of firm, glowing skin.
