Anti aging skincare routine for over 50

Why Dryness and Loss of Firmness Keep Showing Up

You wake up and your skin just doesn't bounce back like it used to. Fine lines seem deeper. That glow you always had? It's looking a bit tired. After 50, your skin's ability to hold moisture drops—collagen production slows by up to 1% each year, and cell turnover lags. Hormonal shifts make everything worse, leaving skin thinner and more fragile.

It’s not just about wrinkles. You might notice rough patches, sagging, and uneven tone. These changes come from depleted natural oils, less collagen, and slower repair from environmental stressors like UV and pollution.

What Actually Works for Smoother, Brighter Skin

Retinoids, peptides, and antioxidants are the ingredients that truly move the needle. Retinoids (vitamin A derivatives) ramp up cell turnover and support collagen. Peptides signal your skin to strengthen itself. Antioxidants—think vitamin C and green tea—fight damage from sun and pollution. Hydrators like hyaluronic acid help keep water in, so skin stays plump.

Gentle exfoliation twice a week (like lactic acid or enzyme masks) gets rid of dullness without stripping fragile skin. SPF every morning is non-negotiable, since UV rays speed up aging.

Smart Routine Steps

• Morning: Creamy cleanser, antioxidant serum, lightweight moisturizer, mineral sunscreen (SPF 30+)
• Night: Gentle cleanser, peptide or retinol serum, richer moisturizer, eye cream with ceramides or peptides
• Weekly: Hydrating mask, gentle exfoliant

Skip harsh scrubs—they cause microtears and worsen redness. If your skin feels tight or stings after washing, swap to a more nourishing cleanser. Use richer products at night, when skin repairs itself fastest.

Common Mistakes That Sabotage Results

• Using alcohol-heavy toners or foaming cleansers that strip moisture
• Skipping sunscreen on cloudy days
• Layering too many actives at once—irritation leads to more aging signs
• Thinking "natural oils" alone can replace proven anti aging ingredients
• Ignoring the neck and chest—these areas age just as fast

How Arish BIO-NATURAL Helps You Find What Actually Fits

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