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Anti-Aging Must Haves before 30 ✨
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Anti-aging doesn’t start when you see wrinkles—it starts with prevention. Your 20s are the perfect time to build habits that protect your skin, boost collagen, and keep your glow long-term. Here are my must-haves before 30 that make the biggest diffe...
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Daily Sunscreen
 
Hydrating Serum
 
Retinol/Retinoid
 
Vitamin C Serum (AM Glow Booster)
 
Eye Cream (Optional But Helpful)
 
Antioxidant-Rich Moisturizer

Daily Sunscreen

90% of visible aging comes from sun exposure. Start now.

 
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Lightweight, blends well under makeup, protects against UVA/UVB.
EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 46
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My favorite sunscreen to use under makeup.
Shop SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++ - 100ml | STYLEVANA
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My favorite sunscreen to reapply. Not greasy at all and it goes good over makeup.
Shop BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Matte Sun Stick : Mugwort + Camelia SPF50 PA++++ - 18g | STYLEVANA
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Hydrating Serum

Keeps skin plump, locks in moisture, supports barrier health.

 
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Feels great on skin and keeps it super moisterized.
Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Serum
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Another good alternative.
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Serum 1oz
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Retinol/Retinoid

Boosts collagen, smooths texture, prevents fine lines.

 
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Differin Gel (Adapalene) – strong but OTC.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Serum
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If you can get a prescription, this is the #1 product i'd get!! It's a more gentle version of tretinoin.
Bausch Health ALTRENO 0.05% Lotion 45g
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Vitamin C Serum (AM Glow Booster)

Fights free radicals, brightens skin, evens tone.

 
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Luxury Cult Fave!
Vitamin C & E Serum | Fine Lines & Wrinkles | SkinCeuticals
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This is an affordable dupe!
La Roche-Posay Pure 12% Vitamin C Serum Face
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Eye Cream (Optional But Helpful)

Thin under-eye skin shows aging first; hydration is key.

 
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budget-friendly, gentle
CeraVe Eye Repair Cream for Puffiness & Bags
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Nice brightening boost for under the eyes.
Banana Bright+ Eye Crème
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Antioxidant-Rich Moisturizer

Antioxidants + ceramides fight environmental damage and dryness.

 
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Keeps skin very soft!
Youth To The People Superfood Air-Whip Moisture Cream
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This is another great option. Also a lot of product!
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion 3oz
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Overnight Treatment / Sleeping Mask

Skin repairs itself at night—wake up hydrated and smooth

 
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I love this product! Best sleeping mask. I wake up and skin feels amazing.
LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask with Squalane & Probiotics
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This one is another good alternative.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow AHA Night Mask 60ml
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Supplements That Support Skin & Anti-Aging

Skincare works best when paired with nutrition. These supplements support collagen, hydration, and repair from the inside out.

 
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Boosts collagen and brightens skin from the inside out.
Nature’s Bounty Vitamin C 1000mg, 100 Caplets
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Supports skin repair, immune system, and overall health.
NatureWise Vitamin D3 5000iu 1 Year Supply 360ct
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Improve elasticity and hydration over time.
Sports Research Collagen Peptides, Unflavored, 16 oz
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Protects cells from oxidative stress.
Qunol CoQ10 100mg Softgels, 120 Count
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Supports barrier function and even tone (topical + oral options).
Nutricost Niacinamide 500mg, 240 Caps
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