There’s nothing “anti” about aging (that’s how we get all the laughs, tears and shared experiences, right?), so it’s all about replenishing and restoring skin to keep that healthy, youthful glow. Here\u2019s a simple guide on how to find your best day\/night skincare regimens, including: The best <\/span>cleansers<\/span><\/a> will wash away dirt or bacteria, while not stripping your skin barrier, which includes the good bacteria and natural sebum that protect your skin (one of the keys to keeping a youthful glow). Harsh cleansers can strip the barrier, leaving skin prone to damage. Try finding a <\/span>cream or liquid cleanser<\/span><\/a> that\u2019s:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And don\u2019t forget your cleansing method and tools. Protect skin by:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To keep skin <\/span>fresh and <\/span>radiant, <\/span>dead skin cells <\/span>and buildup <\/span>need to go. That\u2019s where <\/span><\/span>exfoliation<\/span><\/span><\/a> comes in.<\/span> There are two <\/span>main <\/span>types of exfoliants: <\/span><\/span>chemical<\/span><\/span><\/a> (which encourages the bonds between dead cells to break) and <\/span><\/span>physical<\/span><\/span><\/a> (which gently sloughs off <\/span>the <\/span>dead skin cells)<\/span>.<\/span><\/span> S<\/span>ome of exfoliat<\/span>ing ingredients to build<\/span> into your routine:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The most important note with <\/span><\/span>exfoliants<\/span><\/span><\/a>? <\/span>Don\u2019t overdo it.<\/span> Experts recommend two to three times per week after cleansing to avoid dryness or irritation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n After cleansing and exfoliating, skin is ready to absorb <\/span>all the goodness of treatments. Find these <\/span>replenishing ingredients <\/span>in <\/span><\/span>toners<\/span><\/span><\/a>, <\/span><\/span>serums<\/span><\/span><\/a> or essences <\/span>to help <\/span>restore skin health:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Proper moisturization is the foundation of <\/span>skin health and self-replenish<\/span>ment<\/span>. <\/span>But <\/span>not all <\/span><\/span>moisturizers<\/span><\/span><\/a> are <\/span>created <\/span>equal<\/span>ly<\/span>. <\/span>Try finding <\/span>a hydrating routine with these <\/span>elements<\/span>:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If a superpower ingredient ever existed, its retinoids<\/a>. So, what does retinol do?<\/a> A family of vitamin A derivatives, retinoids<\/a> accelerate cell turnover, helping everything from wrinkle prevention<\/a> to hyperpigmentation<\/a> improvement to blemish reduction<\/a>. Think of retinoids like skin reboot buttons, with several variations: <\/p>\n\n\n\n In the morning, it\u2019s all about protection. Don\u2019t forget these additions to your renewing regimen: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Then at night, it\u2019s all about repair. Thanks to the release of HGH (human growth hormone) while sleeping, you\u2019ll want to maximize skin benefits during this time by: <\/p>\n\n\n\n The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Murad, and are for informational purposes only, even if the advice of physicians and medical practitioners are included. This article is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and should not be considered specific medical advice.\u202f<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n More about retinol here:<\/strong>\u202f\u202f References for this information:<\/strong>\u202f
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Now for the key to any restorative regimen: Retinoids! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The complete retinol review, part 1: A beginner\u2019s guide to everything you need to know about the powerhouse ingredient<\/a>
<\/a>The complete retinol review, part 3: How to use retinol effectively, while side-stepping side effects<\/a>
<\/a>The complete retinol review, part 4: Debunking the viral myths around skincare\u2019s continually buzzy ingredient<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Healthline Website<\/em>, Skin
<\/a>Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology,<\/em> 2021, volume 20, issue 2, pages 513-521<\/a>
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology<\/em>, 2018, volume 17, issue 6, pages 1136-1143