From twenty to fifty...a complete guide to skin care

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - In the world of beauty, makeup alone is not enough to create a radiant look, as healthy and fresh skin is the true foundation of any successful appearance. As skin needs change and age increases, it becomes necessary to follow a special routine that suits each age stage, in terms of the challenges a woman faces and the ingredients she needs.

Lebanese beauty expert Nouna Paz revealed in an interview with the Ofoq News website in Arabic the golden rules of skin care according to age group, to ensure radiant and youthful skin at every stage of your life. Before going into the details of the appropriate routine for each age stage, Baz stressed the importance of knowing the type and nature of the skin, as this factor is no less important than the age factor, as sensitive skin does not need to use acidic ingredients, while oily skin is not suitable for sunscreen rich in oils, especially in the summer.

Therefore, before choosing any precise skin care routine, it is necessary to accurately determine the skin type and choose products that suit it and meet its specific needs. Protection and prevention in the twenties. Baz calls the stage of the twenties “prevention and protection,” as she considers it necessary at this age for women to begin working to protect the skin barrier, and to follow a consistent routine that prevents premature aging, especially since the skin is exposed to various problems such as pimples, dehydration, and damage from exposure to the sun.

The steps that a woman at this age should follow include: a gentle cleanser that cleanses without stripping the skin of its natural oils, a light moisturizer that does not cause clogged pores, SPF 30 sunscreen to be applied daily throughout the year, a vitamin C serum to lighten the skin and protect it from free radicals, the necessity of not sleeping with makeup on, starting to use eye cream, and deep cleansing the face. The skin needs renewal in the thirties. Paz explained that in the thirties, premature aging must be combated and the skin rejuvenated, especially as new problems begin to appear such as pale skin, fine lines, uneven color, and dark circles.

Paz advised using vitamin A derivatives (like retinol) twice a week, niacinamide to shrink pores and improve skin texture, a hyaluronic acid serum for deep hydration, and an eye cream containing peptides or caffeine. She stressed the importance of continuing to use sunscreen, replacing harsh exfoliants with mild acids (AHA/BHA), and starting with gentle exfoliation sessions.

Forties: The stage of skin tightening and deep hydration. Paz said that in the forties, you should focus on skin tightening and deep hydration, because skin problems become more serious, such as sagging, dryness, pigmentation, and deep wrinkles. The importance of using peptides to stimulate collagen and improve skin elasticity, and moisturizing creams rich in ceramides to support the skin barrier, as well as retinol, in addition to vitamins E and C to resist oxidation, is doubly important.

Paz pointed out the importance of using rich night creams and taking care of the neck and chest area. Fifties and above: restoring radiance and the challenges of hormonal changes. As for the fifties and above, Paz advised adopting steps aimed at lightening and strengthening the skin to restore radiance, unify color, and reduce dryness, due to the impact of hormonal changes at this stage.

She explained that there is a need for intense hydration by using layers of serums and creams, and using lightening ingredients such as licorice extract or kojic acid, with SPF 50 sunscreen to protect delicate skin. Paz pointed out the importance of using gentle exfoliants, adopting nourishing natural oils, resorting to collagen-stimulating sessions, and not neglecting anti-wrinkle serums and sunscreen.