Anti-Aging Skincare Routine

There’s no right or wrong age to begin using anti-aging skincare products. Reaping the benefits is possible at any age. Starting an anti-aging skincare routine is a personal choice. However, keep in mind that skin generally begins to show visible signs of aging in your 30s and 40s as it begins to lose elasticity, fullness, and moisture. Anti-aging products can help target many of these common concerns, such as dullness, fine lines, uneven skin tone, and dryness.

Consistency and choosing the right products are both fundamental to an effective anti-aging skincare routine. Therefore, your anti-aging regimen should include products that are specially formulated for your skin type and concerns. Look for anti-aging products that are gentle, fragrance-free, and expertly developed with dermatologists. The ideal anti-aging routine should begin with a gentle face cleanser, followed by a non-comedogenic moisturizer and sunscreen (or a moisturizer with SPF 30 or higher). It should also include targeted treatments that focus on your primary concern, such as a retinol serum for fine lines or a vitamin C serum for brightening the skin tone. For help building your anti-aging regimen, visit your dermatologist. They can offer personalized anti-aging tips on how to keep skin looking young and suggest the best skincare for anti-aging.

CeraVe offers a range of anti-aging skincare products to support the needs of mature skin. Our gentle, yet effective anti-aging products are fragrance-free and offer a variety of benefits for common aging concerns. These include fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, and under-eye circles. CeraVe’s anti-aging products feature hydrating, nourishing formulas and beneficial ingredients, such as ceramides to help maintain your skin’s protective barrier, retinol to help promote your skin’s natural exfoliation process, and hyaluronic acid for extra hydration.

A number of studies have shown that vitamin C can help improve the look of wrinkles. For example, one study reported that using vitamin C helped to lessen the appearance of wrinkles on the face and neck, while enhancing the skin’s texture and overall appearance.¹ This potent antioxidant helps defend against free radicals, which can lead to dryness, rough surface texture, and signs of premature aging in the upper layers of the skin. It is found in antioxidant serums, eye creams, and facial moisturizers that can help address various aging concerns. When used consistently,  vitamin C can play a powerful role in your anti-aging skincare regimen by delivering skin-brightening benefits and improving the appearance of fine lines, dark spots, and uneven skin tone.

Retinol, which is a derivative of vitamin A, delivers many anti-aging properties when used as part of a consistent skincare routine. It has been shown to help improve skin tone and minimize visible fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots, and post-blemish marks. Because it helps to prevent the build-up of dead skin cells,² retinol products can be beneficial for anyone looking to refine and smooth their complexion for fresher, younger-looking skin. It’s important to slowly work your way up to daily use when adding a retinol serum to your anti-aging regimen in order to avoid any irritation. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen each morning to protect your skin from increased photosensitivity.

Both hyaluronic acid and retinol can make excellent choices for any skincare routine aimed at supporting youthful-looking skin. Both of these anti-aging ingredients have unique benefits and uses. For example, you might apply a hyaluronic acid serum, like CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum, in the morning to help bind moisture to your skin’s surface—while smoothing it and providing up to 24 hours of hydration. Then, in the evening, you could opt for a retinol serum, such as CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum, to help smooth your skin’s texture and brighten your skin’s appearance.

1. Pullar JM, Carr AC, Vissers MCM. “The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health.” Nutrients. 2017 Aug 12;9(8):866. doi: 10.3390/nu9080866. PMID: 28805671; PMCID: PMC5579659.