In the heart of Portland, Oregon, where sustainability and conscious living are woven into the fabric of the community, my local beauty studio is a haven for those seeking personalized skincare solutions rooted in clean beauty and holistic well-being.
Tailoring your clean beauty routine to your lifestyle and age is a great place to start, because you’ll have unique needs, concerns and embrace a skincare routine that evolves with you, promoting a radiant and healthy complexion at every stage of life.
Let’s break down my healthy skin guide, highlighting the best products, their order of application, and the significance of ingredients for each stage of life.
20’s: Nurturing Youthful Radiance
To recap: start with a gentle cleanser to remove impurities without stripping natural oils. Use a serum rich with antioxidants to combat early signs of aging and environmental stress. Moisturize daily, opting for a product that includes sun protection to safeguard against UV damage. Begin using an eye cream to address any early signs of fine lines.
In your 20’s, focus on prevention and protection. Antioxidants defend against environmental damage, and SPF in your moisturizer helps prevent premature aging from sun exposure.
Kelli Thomsen
30’s: Proactive Healthy-Aging Routine
To recap: Incorporate an exfoliating cleanser to promote cell turnover and maintain a radiant complexion. Boost hydration with a hyaluronic acid serum to address fine lines and keep skin plump. Use a retinol cream at night to promote collagen production and combat early signs of aging, if you don’t have sensitive skin. Use an eye cream with peptides to target specific concerns like crow’s feet and dark circles. Press is a facial oil with hydrating ingredients like Argan Oil & Seabuckthorn Berry.
As you enter your 30’s, focus on hydration, exfoliation, and introducing ingredients like retinol to support collagen production and address early signs of aging.
Kelli Thomsen
40’s: Deep Nourishment and Renewal
To recap: Switch to a cream or oil cleanser for added hydration and a gentle cleansing experience. Use a vitamin C serum to brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of sunspots. Use an anti-aging moisturizer with peptides and collagen-boosting ingredients. Opt for a night cream combining retinol and hyaluronic acid for deep nourishment and renewal. Press is a facial oil with hydrating ingredients like Argan Oil & Seabuckthorn Berry.
In your 40s, focus on deep nourishment and renewal. Vitamin C helps with brightness, and a night cream with retinol and hyaluronic acid aids in repairing and rejuvenating the skin overnight.
Kelli Thomsen
50’s: Intensive Hydration and Firming
To recap: Use a cream or oil cleanser with anti-aging ingredients like peptides and antioxidants. Try a serum with intensive hydration and firming properties. Choose a rich moisturizer with ingredients like ceramides and fatty acids for added hydration and skin barrier support. Include a targeted treatment for age spots or hyperpigmentation. Press is a facial oil with hydrating ingredients like Argan Oil & Seabuckthorn Berry.
In your 50’s, focus on intensive hydration and firming. Look for products that support the skin barrier, provide rich moisture, and address specific concerns like age spots.
Kelli Thomsen
65+: Gentle Care and Restoration
To recap: Switch to a gentle cleansing milk to cleanse without stripping the skin. Use a restorative serum with ingredients like peptides and hyaluronic acid for gentle anti-aging benefits. Opt for a rich night cream with nourishing oils and ingredients that support skin elasticity. Include a targeted treatment for wrinkles and fine lines Press is a facial oil with hydrating ingredients like Argan Oil & Seabuckthorn Berry.
In your 60’s and beyond, focus on gentle care and restoration. Look for products that provide hydration, support the skin’s natural renewal processes, and address specific concerns related to aging skin.
Kelli Thomsen
General Tips I Share With My Clients Of All Ages:
- Consistency: Consistent daily use of most products is key for optimal results.
- Patch Test: Always patch test new products behind the ear or on the inner arm to avoid potential irritation all over.
- Layer Products from Thinnest to Thickest: Apply products in the order of their consistency, from thinnest to thickest, to maximize absorption.
- Listen to Your Skin: Pay attention to your skin’s needs and adjust your routine accordingly.
- Wear Sunscreen Daily: Physical sunblock or mineral based SPF is the safest.
- Water Temperature: Wash your face and body with warm to hot water, never steaming hot. Rinse and end with a cold water splash to shut down pores.
- Don’t Pick: If there is a blemish that seems ready to come out, first hold a steaming towel on it and hold. Use two Q-tips to press on either side and if it doesn’t release easily, it isn’t ready to come out. Salicylic acid can also encourage it to come out and start its healing process.
