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Best Anti-Aging Skincare: Serums, Moisturizers, Eye Creams & Sunscreen
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items The best anti-aging skincare products I keep coming back to for firmer, brighter, more youthful-looking skin. I organized this list by step so it's easy to build your routine: anti-aging serums (vitamin C, retinol, peptides, niacinamide and stem cell...
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Anti-Aging Serums
Moisturizers & Eye Creams
Cleansers & Toners
Face Masks & Eye Patches
Sunscreen & SPF
Anti-Aging Serums
A collagen eye serum I use morning and night to smooth and firm the under-eye area.
Pareva Beauty GFP12 Collagen Eye Serum - Under-Eye Serum for Wrinkles
A dark spot serum I use on sun spots and discoloration. Great if uneven tone is your biggest concern.
Mother Science Malassezin Brightening Serum - Dark Spot & Hyperpigmentation Treatment
A neck and jawline cream - such an often-forgotten area! I smooth it on morning and night.
Meaningful Beauty Contouring & Lifting Neck and Jawline Serum - Neck Firming Serum
A melon serum that gives a hydrated, youthful glow. A nice option if you like light, fresh-feeling serums.
Meaningful Beauty Youth Activating Melon Serum - Anti-Aging Face Serum
A regenerating serum I use at night for a smoother, more radiant look by morning.
The Stem Company Regenerative Serum - Stem Cell Anti-Aging Face Serum
A vitamin C and hyaluronic acid serum that brightens and hydrates in one step. Great for busy mornings.
Exponent Beauty Brightening Boost Vitamin C + Hyaluronic Acid Serum
My favorite serum for fading dark spots and post-breakout marks. I use it every night for a more even skin tone.
Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum - Hyperpigmentation Serum
A firming vitamin C serum I use for a brighter, glowing complexion. Great before makeup.
Pareva Beauty PRO-C35.5 Firming Glow Serum - Vitamin C Firming Serum
An exosome serum that's one of the newest anti-aging trends. I use it at night when I want an extra boost.
Plated Skin Science INTENSE Serum - Exosome Anti-Aging Face Serum
A gentle overnight retinoid serum - a great option if regular retinol is too harsh for your skin. I wake up to smoother skin.
Bloomeffects Black Tulip Overnight Retinoid Serum - Gentle Retinol Alternative
A nightly retinoid serum that's gentle enough for beginners. Start a few nights a week and build up.
Dr Sam's Flawless Nightly 2% Retinoid Serum - Retinol Night Serum
My favorite affordable vitamin C serum and a great dupe for the pricey one. If you want brighter skin on a budget, start here.
Timeless 20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum - Affordable Vitamin C Serum
A luxe plasma serum I use when my skin looks tired and dull. A splurge-worthy treat for an instant glow.
Dr. Diamond's Metacine InstaFacial Plasma Bioactive Growth Factor Serum
A retinoid and vitamin serum I use at night for smoother texture and fine lines. Gentle enough for regular use.
Skin Rocks Retinoid 2 Vitamin A Face Serum - Retinol Serum
The gold-standard vitamin C serum and my morning must-have. Brightens dull skin and helps protect against sun damage under SPF.
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum with 15% L-Ascorbic Acid
A brightening serum I use for dullness and uneven skin tone. Lightweight and layers well.
Mother Science Molecular Hero Serum - Brightening Anti-Aging Serum
A luxury serum inspired by the Blue Lagoon in Iceland. Feels so lightweight and gives a beautiful glow.
Blue Lagoon Skin Science BL+ The Serum - Luxury Anti-Aging Serum
A do-it-all serum for hydration and glow. A great one if you want to keep your routine simple.
Sonsie Skin Super Serum - Hydrating Anti-Aging Face Serum
A professional-strength serum for firmness and bounce. I use it when I want a more targeted anti-aging step.
Calecim Professional Serum X - Stem Cell Serum for Wrinkles
An eyelash serum I've seen so many people love for fuller-looking lashes. Use it nightly for best results.
Rodan + Fields Lash Boost Eyelash Growth Serum
An azelaic acid serum I use for redness, dark spots and uneven tone. Gentle but effective.
Dr Sam's Flawless Brightly 10% Azelaic Acid Serum - Redness & Dark Spot Serum
A cell renewal serum for smoother texture and a more even tone. Great for acne-prone skin, too.
CLEARSTEM CellRenew Advanced Renewal Serum - Anti-Aging Serum for Acne-Prone Skin
A cellular renewal serum I use at night for smoother, more radiant-looking skin. Great for anyone ready to step up their routine.
Obagi Cellular Renewal Serum - Anti-Aging Skin Renewal Serum
A budget-friendly serum I love for minimizing the look of pores and smoothing texture. Under $15!
Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% - Pore Minimizing Serum
A hyaluronic acid booster serum I use every day for hydration. Affordable, gentle and great for all skin types.
Vichy Mineral 89 Booster Serum - Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum
A copper peptide serum I use at night for firmer, smoother-looking skin. Peptides are such a great addition to any anti-aging routine.
GHK-Cu Copper Peptide Face Serum - Collagen Boosting Serum
A classic overnight facial oil I've loved for years. I wake up with soft, glowing, rested-looking skin.
Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate Face Oil - Overnight Facial Oil
An eye serum I use to smooth fine lines and brighten tired-looking eyes. Lightweight and absorbs quickly.
Plated Skin Science Eye Serum - Exosome Eye Serum for Dark Circles
Pure hydration that layers under everything. I pat this on before moisturizer when my skin feels tight or dry.
SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel Serum - Hyaluronic Acid Serum
A hydrating serum that gives my skin a dewy, plump look. Lightweight and layers easily.
Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator - Hydrating Face Mist Serum
A targeted wrinkle pen I swipe on forehead lines and smile lines. So easy to use and perfect for travel.
Dr. Marnie Wrinkle Pen - Targeted Wrinkle Treatment
At-home peel pads that make exfoliating so easy. I swipe one on a few nights a week for smoother, brighter skin.
EVER Reveal Biomimetic Peel Pads - At-Home Exfoliating Peel Pads
A facial oil I use at night for soft, glowing skin by morning. Great for dry or mature skin.
EVER Overnight Facial Cellular Renewal Oil - Night Face Oil
A probiotic face mist I use to calm and refresh my skin throughout the day. So nice for travel.
Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist - Face Mist
The first step in my routine for that glazed, glass-skin glow. Lightweight and soothing.
Rhode Glazing Milk - Hydrating Face Essence
An antioxidant vitamin C serum I wear in the morning under SPF for brighter, more protected skin.
Skin Rocks The Antioxidant - Vitamin C Antioxidant Serum
A serum I use before events for a smoother, more lifted look. A fun quick-fix product.
Serious Skincare Instatox - Instant Wrinkle Smoothing Serum
A vitamin C serum I use in the morning for brighter, more even-looking skin. Gentle enough for sensitive skin.
CLEARSTEM BrightMeUp Vitamin C Serum - Brightening Serum
A hydrating serum that gives skin a plump, bouncy feel. Great under moisturizer in the cooler months.
Dermaflash Hydraflash Active Cocooning Serum - Hydrating Serum
A hydrating serum that gives my skin a plump, dewy look. Layers easily under moisturizer.
Rodan + Fields Active Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
A lifting and firming serum for when you want a more sculpted, defined look along the cheeks and jawline. Lightweight, layers easily under moisturizer, and a luxe pick for a mature skin routine.
Shiseido Vital Perfection Intensive SculptDefine Serum - Lifting & Firming
A retinol duo that pairs the Retinol Synergist with the Molecular Hero brightening serum - an easy way to start a nighttime retinol routine for smoother texture and fine lines. Makes a great skincare gift set, too.
Mother Science Skin Renewal Set - Retinol Synergist & Molecular Hero Serum
The full Stem Company routine in one set - cleanser, moisturizer, the Regenerative Serum I love, Revitalize Cream and a body serum. An easy way to try the whole stem cell anti-aging lineup at once.
The Stem Company The Stem System - Stem Cell Anti-Aging Skincare Set
Moisturizers & Eye Creams
Rich moisturizers to plump and hydrate, plus the eye creams I use for dark circles, puffiness and crow's feet. Picks for dry, oily and sensitive skin - from Tatcha and La Mer splurges to drugstore gems.
A brightening eye mask I use before special occasions for smoother, more awake-looking eyes.
SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Cream - Dark Circle Eye Cream
My morning moisturizer when I want protection and hydration in one step. It's packed with antioxidants and layers perfectly under SPF and makeup. Great for busy mornings.
IMAGE Skincare Daily Prevention Ultra Defense Moisturizer - Antioxidant Day Cream
A lightweight milky essence that preps skin for the rest of my routine. Gives such a dewy, hydrated glow.
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Milk Moisturizer - Hydrating Face Milk
The moisturizer I use in summer. Oil-free and lightweight but still hydrating - perfect for oily or combination skin.
Tatcha The Water Cream - Oil-Free Pore Refining Moisturizer
An everyday eye cream that hydrates and smooths. Simple, effective and great under concealer.
Skin Rocks The Eye Cream - Hydrating Anti-Aging Eye Cream
A cult-classic eye cream I've used for years. It's gentle on sensitive eyes, super hydrating, and keeps my concealer from creasing. Great at any age!
Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado - Hydrating Eye Cream
A luxe, firming eye cream I use at night for crow's feet and puffiness. It feels so rich and indulgent - a little treat in my routine.
Savor Beauty Caviar Collagen Eye Cream - Firming Eye Cream
The richest, dewiest cream for dry skin and my winter favorite. Total luxury, and the jar is so pretty on my vanity. A little goes a long way.
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream - Rich Moisturizer for Dry Skin
An eye treatment I use at night to target fine lines. Gentle enough for the delicate eye area.
Bloomeffects Black Tulip Eye Treatment - Firming Eye Cream
A hydrating face mist I spritz on throughout the day, especially when traveling. Refreshes my skin without messing up makeup.
Prequel Multi-Quench Mist - Hydrating Face Mist
A moisture cream that keeps skin hydrated and calm all day. Great for sensitive skin.
Sonsie Skin Multi Moisture Cream - Hydrating Face Moisturizer
A multitasking cream for firmness and hydration. A great option if you want one product that does a lot.
Calecim Multi Action Cream - Stem Cell Anti-Aging Moisturizer
A barrier cream I reach for when my skin feels dry or sensitized. Comforting and hydrating without feeling heavy.
Ravie Signature Skin Dream Barrier Cream - Barrier Repair Moisturizer
A refreshing plum face mist I use to hydrate and set makeup. Smells fresh and feels so good on hot days.
Le Prunier Plum Spritz - Hydrating Face Mist
A rich moisturizer for dry, dehydrated skin. I love it in winter when my skin needs extra comfort.
Dr Sam's Flawless Moisturiser Intense - Rich Moisturizer for Dry Skin
A rich, velvety moisturizer I love for dry skin in the cooler months. Smells amazing and leaves skin so soft.
Korres Santorini Grape Velvet Skin Drink - Hydrating Gel Moisturizer
A soothing overnight cream for dry, rough patches. I use it in winter and when my skin barrier needs some extra love.
Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair Cream - Sensitive Skin Night Cream
A simple, elegant moisturizer that keeps my skin balanced and comfortable all day. Great for normal and combination skin.
Skin Rocks The Moisturiser - Daily Face Moisturizer
The calming face mist I reach for when my skin is red, irritated or stressed. I spray it throughout the day. Great for sensitive skin.
Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray - Redness Relief Mist
A rich anti-aging cream I use at night when I want to wake up to firmer, smoother-looking skin. Great for mature or dry skin.
Serious Skincare Reverse Cream In-Tense - Anti-Aging Moisturizer
A whipped ceramide moisturizer that feels light but keeps skin hydrated all day. Smells amazing and works for most skin types.
Kopari Beauty Moisture Whipped Ceramide Cream - Face Moisturizer
A total splurge, but my favorite luxury eye cream for brightening and smoothing. The cooling applicator feels amazing on puffy mornings.
La Mer The Eye Concentrate - Luxury Eye Cream
A lifting eye cream I use morning and night for puffiness and fine lines. Lightweight enough to wear under concealer.
Calecim Eye Contour Lifting Cream - Lifting Eye Cream
A calming moisturizer I reach for when my skin is stressed, red or reactive. The adaptogens make it so soothing. Great for sensitive skin.
Sonsie Skin Adapt Cream - Adaptogen Face Moisturizer
A multi-use balm I put on dry patches, lips and cuticles. It lives in my purse all winter and is great for travel.
Versed Everything Balm - Multi-Use Moisturizing Balm
A whipped barrier cream I use when my skin feels tight or irritated, especially after retinol. Light texture but deeply hydrating.
Skinfix Ceramide Prime Whipped Cream - Barrier Repair Moisturizer
A retinal eye cream that targets fine lines and crepey skin around the eyes. I use it a few nights a week - a great first step into eye retinoids.
Murad Retinal ReSculpt Eye Lift Treatment - Retinal Eye Cream
A dewy face mist I spritz on for an instant glow, over or under makeup. Great for dry skin.
Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist - Hydrating Face Mist
A rich, nourishing face cream I love when my skin feels dry or dull. It leaves my skin soft and glowing, and I love finding smaller clean brands like this one.
Sable Labs Baobab Moisturizer - Nourishing Face Cream
A brightening eye cream for dark circles. Lightweight, absorbs fast and works well under makeup.
Tatcha The Brightening Eye Cream - Dark Circle Eye Cream
A lightweight emulsion that hydrates without feeling heavy. Great for combination skin or warm Texas weather.
Aloisia Beauty Light Hydration Emulsion - Lightweight Face Moisturizer
A luxury splurge I save for special occasions. It leaves my skin so smooth and radiant - one of my favorite little indulgences.
La Mer The New Rejuvenating Night Cream - Luxury Night Cream
A firming moisturizer I use for a more lifted, sculpted look around the jawline and cheeks. Rich but absorbs quickly.
Obagi Lift Up Sculpt Facial Moisturizer - Firming Face Cream
A barrier-balancing product I use when my skin feels sensitive or irritated. Calming and comforting.
Skinfix Barrier Balancing Water Cream Moisturizer - Lightweight Gel Moisturizer
Cleansers & Toners
Every good routine starts with a gentle cleanser. These are the cleansers and toners that get my skin clean without stripping it, so the serums and creams that follow work even better.
A gentle exfoliating toner I use a few nights a week for smoother, brighter skin. Great for dullness and texture.
Dermaflash Botanical Ketoacid Toner - Exfoliating Face Toner
A cleansing balm that melts off makeup and SPF at night. Leaves my skin soft, never tight. My first step in double cleansing.
Le Prunier Plum Cleanse - Plum Oil Cleansing Balm
Gentle lash cleansing wipes I use to take off mascara without tugging. Great if you wear lash extensions or have sensitive eyes.
Prolash Lash Cleansing Wipes - Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Wipes
A classic oil-free cleanser for oily or combination skin. Leaves skin fresh and clean without drying it out.
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser - Face Wash for Oily Skin
A gel cleanser that cleans gently while supporting your skin barrier. Perfect for sensitive skin or anyone using strong actives.
Skinfix Gentle Gel Ceramide + Ectoin Cleanser - Barrier Face Wash
A gentle, vitamin-infused cleanser that leaves skin clean and soft. Great for acne-prone or sensitive skin.
CLEARSTEM GentleClean Vitamin Infused Barrier Cleanser - Acne-Safe Face Wash
A gentle daily cleanser that removes makeup and SPF without stripping. Great for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
Dr Sam's Flawless Cleanser - Gentle Gel Face Wash
A gentle, non-drying cleanser that never leaves my skin tight. Perfect for sensitive or dry skin and for anyone using retinol.
Prequel Gleanser - Non-Drying Glycerin Face Cleanser
A gentle foaming cleanser I use morning and night. Leaves skin clean and soft, never stripped.
Tatcha The Matcha Foam Cleanser - Gentle Foaming Face Wash
A hydrating serum that helps calm and support a stressed skin barrier. Layers nicely under moisturizer.
Skinfix Barrier+ Ceramide + Ectoin Hydrating Cleanser - Gentle Face Wash
Face Masks & Eye Patches
My weekly treat-yourself step. Hydrating and firming face masks plus under-eye patches I pop on before events, filming or photos for instantly brighter, smoother skin.
I put this on every night before bed and wake up to the softest lips. A classic stocking stuffer.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask - Overnight Lip Mask
A cult-favorite spot mask I dab on blemishes overnight. Great for the occasional breakout.
Sonya Dakar Volcano Mask - Purifying Clay Face Mask
A hydrating collagen sheet mask I use before events. My skin looks plump and glowy right after.
Aloisia Beauty Aqua Collagen Mask - Hydrating Collagen Face Mask
An at-home LED face mask I use a few times a week while I relax. An investment, but a fun way to add a spa step to my routine.
Aloisia Beauty Refining LED Face Mask - Red Light Therapy Mask
An overnight mask I use when my skin feels dry or dull. I wake up to plump, hydrated skin. Great for winter and after travel.
Mario Badescu Hydrating Overnight Mask with Peptides - Sleeping Mask
An exfoliating clay mask I use once a week for smoother skin and clearer-looking pores.
Sable Labs Qasil Exfoliating Mask - Gentle Face Exfoliator
A caffeine eye cream I use in the morning to wake up tired, puffy eyes. Lightweight and great under concealer.
Terez & Honor Caffeine & Hyaluronic Acid Eye Gel Patches - Depuffing Eye Patches
Cooling gel patches I keep in the fridge for puffy mornings. Such an easy way to look rested before filming or events.
Prolash Hydrating Gel Patches - Under-Eye Gel Patches
My go-to fix for dark circles before a big day. I pop these on while I do my hair, and my under-eyes look brighter and more awake in minutes.
The Good Patch Brighten Up Eye Patches - Dark Circle Eye Patches
The cutest eye patch trio with a patch for every under-eye concern. It's one of my favorite self-care gifts and stocking stuffers for friends.
The Good Patch Skincare Trio - Eye Patch Gift Set
An exfoliating peel that leaves my skin soft and glowing. I use it once or twice a week for smoother texture.
Aloisia Beauty Glow Exfoliating Soft Peel - Gentle Face Peel
De-puffing eye patches I use on early mornings and travel days. My under-eyes look so much more rested.
The Good Patch De-Puff Eye Patches - Under-Eye Patches for Puffiness
A brightening eye mask I use before special occasions. My under-eyes look smoother and more awake right away.
SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Mask - Brightening Under-Eye Patches
An enzyme peel that gives my skin an instant glow. I use it before events for smoother makeup application. Smells like pumpkin pie!
Savor Beauty Pumpkin Enzyme Peel - Exfoliating Face Mask
A cooling cryo mask I keep in the freezer for puffy mornings. So soothing after a long day or a late night.
Cooling Cryo Face Mask - Depuffing Ice Face Mask
A primer that preps my under-eyes so concealer goes on smoothly. Great if your concealer tends to crease.
Mutha Eye Maintenance Eye Mask Prisms - Under-Eye Patches
A soothing algae mask I use once a week for smoother, glowing skin. Feels like a spa night at home.
Blue Lagoon Skin Science Algae Mask - Hydrating Face Mask
A lip mask I put on before bed for soft, smooth lips by morning. The packaging is so pretty - a great little gift.
Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask - Overnight Lip Treatment
A replenishing serum I use when my skin needs extra hydration and bounce. Layers nicely under moisturizer.
The Stem Company RePlenish Bio-Cellulose Sheet Masks - Hydrating Face Masks
A dewy collagen cream for that glowing, bouncy skin look. I love it for dry or mature skin.
Terez & Honor DewyCream Collagen Overnight Mask - Collagen Face Mask
Sunscreen & SPF
Daily SPF is the #1 anti-aging step - no matter how good your serums are! These are the sunscreens I actually love wearing: lightweight, no white cast and great under makeup, plus easy sticks and mists for reapplying.
A lightweight SPF I use for outdoor days and workouts. Doesn't feel greasy and stays put.
Freaks of Nature Solar Shield SPF 30 Spray - Clean Spray Sunscreen
The jumbo sunscreen stick I keep in my car and bag for kids' sports, pool days and outdoor errands. Reapplying is so easy - no mess, no hands.
Freaks of Nature Peak Performance Jumbo Sun Stick - Sunscreen Stick
An SPF 50 that doubles as a primer - my makeup goes on smoother and I get my sun protection in one step.
Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF 50 Face Mist - Sunscreen Spray for Face
A lightweight SPF 50 that feels like a serum. Perfect for daily wear under makeup.
Ultra Violette Future Screen SPF 50 - Anti-Aging Face Sunscreen
A clear SPF mist I use to reapply sunscreen over makeup. So easy for days in the Texas sun.
Sunny Sailor Captain's Classic Clear Mist SPF - Spray Sunscreen
A lightweight SPF that feels like skincare. I love that it sits nicely under makeup with no white cast.
Bloomeffects Tulipscreen SPF - Mineral Face Sunscreen
The sunscreen I actually love wearing every day. Weightless SPF 50 with no white cast that sits beautifully under makeup.
Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen SPF 50 - Weightless Mineral Sunscreen
A lightweight daily SPF that layers well under makeup. Great for everyday protection.
Sincerely Yours Sunny Side Up SPF - Glowy Face Sunscreen
An everyday SPF 50 that wears beautifully under makeup with no white cast. Daily sunscreen is my #1 anti-aging tip, and this makes it easy.
Dr Sam's Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF 50 - Face Sunscreen
A reef-friendly SPF 50 I pack for beach trips and outdoor days. Lightweight and easy to rub in.
Sunski Sol Power SPF 50 Sunscreen - Daily Face Sunscreen
A face sunscreen stick that's so easy for reapplying on the go. I toss it in my bag for sports and pool days.
Sunny Sailor First Mate Face Stick SPF - Sunscreen Stick
Smells like summer vacation! A classic spray sunscreen I use on my body for pool days and outdoor fun.
Vacation Classic Spray SPF 30 - Spray Sunscreen
A classic SPF lotion that smells like vacation. My go-to for beach trips and summer days outside.
Vacation Classic Lotion SPF 30 - Body Sunscreen
Tinted sun drops that give a natural, glowy finish with SPF 50+. Great for no-makeup days.
Kandeo Skin SPF 50+ Tinted Sun Drops - Tinted Face Sunscreen
A whipped sunscreen that feels like a treat to put on. Fun texture and great for the whole family.
Vacation Classic Whip SPF 30 Sunscreen Mousse - Whipped Sunscreen
A face SPF mist I keep in my bag to reapply over makeup. Makes reapplying so easy.
Vacation Super Spritz SPF 50 Face Mist - Sunscreen Mist