Skincare in my 40’s
I can honestly say that my skin has never been better. After decades of trying everything I finally know what my skin wants and what I actually see results from.
I’ve been wearing less makeup than ever (f yeah!) which has been a goal for years and overall, I like the combination of products, lifestyle habits, and professional help that I have going on. Most importantly, I’ve finally got my skin to a place where it’s deeply hydrated and happy (aka the secret to good skin as we age).
I love specifics so here is my current skincare routine.
Morning
+ I don’t use a cleanser in the AM because it dries out my skin. Instead I just rinse with cool water and dry with a clean gentle cloth.
+ Face oil is life! Keeping my face moisturized has been the key for me in the anti-aging department. I follow my morning rinse with one of these depending on what my skin needs;
+ To improve my skin tone and correct dark spots, Vitamin C is a must. I love and have used both of these serums.
+ I lock everything in with this moisturizer by pressing the lotion into my face and neck.
+ A tinted sunscreen is usually my “makeup” for the day, these are the two I love
EVENING
+ If I have makeup on, I swear by this minimal ingredient oil cleaner
+ Wash face again with this brightening cleanser. I do this whether I have makeup or not, to remove anything on my skin and environmental impurities.
+ Night serum which includes face oil, I love this budget friendly product
+ Just started using this anti-aging serum and so far I’m loving what it’s doing for my skin texture
+ Love me a retinol, this one is gentle and effective
+ I lock all the PM products in again with my favorite moisturizer
EXTRAS
+ Red light face mask 10-30 mins everyday - I am a little obsessed with mine. 15% off sitewide with code SHAWNAALLAN
+ I always exfoliate with this gentle staple 1 to 2 x’s a week
+ Love me a face mask moment and try to them at least twice a week. These are my current go-to’s
+ Monthly facials
+ Botox twice a year
