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The recommended skincare routine for women over 60

The recommended skincare routine for women over 60
The recommended skincare routine for women over 60

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Adjusting your skincare routine according to your age has shown to have numerous benefits. After all, the skin needs different things at various stages of someone's life.

Home solutions for women over 60

There are plenty of things that can be done to keep signs of ageing at bay. Of course, it usually starts well before your 60th birthday, as a good skincare routine can influence your skin health for many years to come.

Still, once you hit your 60's, it is important to adjust your skincare routine to match the age of your skin. Sun protection is still vital, which means you will need to get a good sun lotion to protect you from those harmful UV rays.

Since dry skin is also a common problem for women over 60, it is recommended to cleanse the skin before bedtime and use a good moisturiser to replenish some of the moisture that is missing. Oil glands become less effective with age, so it is best to wash your face with clear water and no soap, since soap can influence oil production.

You may also enjoy the occasional warm bath from time to time. While there is no problem with that, long baths could cause your skin to become dryer. If you want to avoid this, be sure to use some bath oil and use some moisturiser when you are done.

Nutrition will also become an important part of your skincare routine once you hit your 60th birthday. A balanced diet is essential to keep your skin youthful and radiant.

There are also some miracle skin ingredients; this includes dark chocolate with over 70 per cent cacao, coconut oil, and red bell peppers. Of course, even these ingredients should be used in moderation.

The recommended skincare routine for women over 60
The recommended skincare routine for women over 60

Treatments for women over 60

There are some treatments that can provide benefits to women over 60. Facials obtained at the dermatologist and laser resurfacing are just some of the non-surgical treatments that are obtained on a regular basis.

To ensure non-surgical treatments are effective for your skin type, it is best to attend a consultation with a dermatologist. A dermatologist can determine some of the problems you are having; this may include dry skin as well as fine lines and wrinkles.

Of course, visiting a dermatologist does not automatically mean that you have to obtain a treatment of some sort. In fact, a dermatologist can also provide some recommendations for your regular skincare routine.

The recommended skincare routine for women over 60
The recommended skincare routine for women over 60

Surgical solutions for women over 60

A good skincare routine can only solve so many problems. While it can keep signs of ageing at bay for a considerable time, bone structure and the amount of fat in the face can change too with the ageing process. Evidently, these problems cannot be addressed with non-surgical solutions alone.

Procedures such as the facelift will not change the bone structure of a patient, but they can create a new face silhouette by tightening underlying facial muscles and removing excess skin. There are also various types of facelift, each designed to tackle a specific problem or a part of the face.

It is not uncommon for facelift treatments to be combined with other treatments such as laser resurfacing - for a clearer and rejuvenated skin - and the fat transfer to restore some of the volume that has been lost in the face.

Surgical warning: Dr Lanzer recommends that patients always get a second opinion if they wish to obtain a surgical treatment. Cosmetic treatments can be accompanied by certain risks, so it is important to be fully aware about the procedure and find a suitable and experienced surgeon.

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