Skincare is a subject I take seriously, and when I meet individuals who have amazing skin, I’ll be the first to pick their brains on the ins and outs of their skincare regimen. Most people would ask a new person they meet what they do for a living. I ask a new person how they’ve cleansed throughout their life. (What can I say? I just need to know.) And when it comes to skincare, we can learn a thing or two from our wiser counterparts. These women have spent the better half of a lifetime trying, testing, and evaluating the best products that work for their visages.
Eager to learn more about what our over-50 friends are using on a daily basis, I tapped into a handful of women with particularly good skin and asked them to share their favorite skincare products with us. From daily SPF to can’t-live-without smoothing serums and must-have moisturizers, scroll below for the items they swear by.
Renata Jazdzyk, @venswifestyle
"This eye cream is a masterpiece. It not only moisturizes, but it also targets fine lines, wrinkles, and puffiness. I use it during the day and at night. I can't live without it!"
"This mask is my ultimate SOS. I use it before big events when I want to look my best."
"Bioderma's foaming gel works quickly. It's great for sensitive skin, and most importantly, it doesn't make my skin tight after a wash."
"I use the cleansing gel with Bioderma Micellar Water. It's my favorite duo. I always take them both everywhere with me."
"Currently my favorite night cream. What's amazing about it is that it not only softens your skin but also, thanks to glycolic acid, gently exfoliates it. Your skin feels great in the morning. I definitely agree with the name of this cream. It is good in bed!"
Mel Kobayashi, @bagandaberet
"My skin is very sensitive, so I don't use any cleansers or moisturizers on my face as part of a daily routine and normally wear very little makeup. To remove lipstick and eyebrow pencil, I use virgin olive oil available at any food store, then rinse with water and pat dry. My mascara rinses off with water. I try to use natural products whenever I can. If I've worn more makeup than usual, I'll use Aveeno Moisturizing Bar with nourishing oat for dry skin to do a final overall cleansing sweep. Unlike the dozens of other bar soaps for sensitive skin I've tried, this product does not burn, and the micro-abrasive bits make me feel like I'm getting a fresh, deep clean."
"Sometimes in the morning or after a gentle scrubbing for makeup removal, I'll moisturize with a touch of Aveeno daily moisturizing lotion, fragrance-free, because it feels light and non-greasy."
Grece Ghanem, @greceghanem
"An essential in my routine! I am on my second bottle this year. It is an excellent chemical exfoliator, leaves my skin feeling velvety soft, not harsh at all, can be used daily. The smoothness created by Good Genes makes also a very good base to apply makeup over."
"I like that this contains hyaluronic acid, which, like its name says, plumps your skin. Just one small drop goes a long way with this product. The gel turns into a silky oil feeling, not sticky at all. It smells like luxury too!"
"Yes, it is magic! I feel that it hydrates, brightens, and smoothes my complexion, and I like consistency on my skin."
Arlinda, @funkingafter50
"Every evening, I do what I call a micro steam facial. I massage one or two drops of rose-hip oil into my face, neck, and décolletage area to loosen any debris or makeup. I then cleanse away the day with a steaming-hot, white-cotton facecloth."
"I apply one drop of raspberry seed oil to my cleansed face, which, in addition to being an excellent moisturizer for me, it's also rich in omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, antioxidants, and is anti-inflammatory."
"My counter favorite since forever is my faithful Kiehl's cleanser and sunscreen that keeps my face supple without overdrying."
Annette Höldrich, @annette.hoeldrich
"My skincare routine is extremely basic, and I am grateful for my normal, non-sensitive skin. I love the very mild cleansing products by Eau Thermale Avène and use them every day, even for gently removing my eye makeup."
"For my daily moisturizer, I like to use L'Oréal Age Perfect. It offers the right level of moisture for mature skin and nourishes it well. In winter, I often use a richer night cream during the day."
"I love the face mist from The Body Shop, which can be used over makeup. Lovely and cooling!"
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This piece was published at a previous date, and has since been updated.
