Essential Skincare Advice from Black Dermatologists

Skin Care Tips for Aging Skin

3. Address Skin Changes and Adjust Accordingly

• Embrace Change: Accept that your skin may have different needs as you age. Adjust your skincare routine accordingly.
• Moisturize: Use creams with ceramides, shea butter, or glycerin for dry skin. Plain petroleum jelly is also an affordable option for hydration.
• Lock in Moisture: Products containing squalene can be beneficial.

4. Trust the Pros

• Recommended Products:

  • Cleansers: SkinCeuticals’ LHA Cleansing Gel ($38) for acne and hyperpigmentation control.
  • Serums: SkinCeuticals’ Silymarin CF ($182) to manage acne and smooth skin texture.
  • Sunscreen: SkinCeuticals’ Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 ($42).

• Evening Routine:

  • Use ROC’s Line Smoothing Daily Cleansing Pads ($19) to exfoliate and remove makeup.
  • SkinMedica’s Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads ($60) for treating hyperpigmentation and acne.
• Extra Hydration:
  • SkinCeuticals’ Hydrating B5 Gel ($90), with hyaluronic acid for dry skin.
  • Image Skincare’s AGELESS+ Retinol Overnight Masque ($96) for hydration, strengthening skin, and anti-aging.

Preferring Expert Choices

• Antioxidants: Fresh’s Kombucha Facial Treatment Essence ($39) to protect skin from pollutants.
• Eye Care: SkinMedica’s Instant Bright Eye Cream ($92) for reducing dark circles.
• Daily Protection: Eucerin’s Immersive Hydration Daily Lotion with SPF 30 ($21).
• Night Care: Use a topical retinoid for acne and aging signs, and Eucerin’s Immersive Hydration Face Night Cream ($21).

These recommendations focus on adapting to skin changes with age and using targeted products for specific concerns such as dryness, acne, and hyperpigmentation.