Aging skin grows thinner, less supple and more delicate, and may require a shift in your skin care routine. You'll need to hydrate and seal in moisture on your face and hands more often to avoid dryness and painful cracking. You'll want to prevent skin cancer, age spots and excessive wrinkles. While you can't eliminate the effects of a lifetime of sun exposure, you can preserve your healthy skin's moisture level and protect it from environmental harm with dedicated daily skin care.
Step 1
Use hypoallergenic products made for sensitive skin. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), soaps that contain perfume, deodorant and antibacterial agents can dry aging skin. Moisturizing lotions that contain fragrance or color can irritate your skin or cause an allergic reaction. The resulting inflammation is a source of dryness and discomfort.
Step 2
Cleanse healthy skin gently to avoid abrasion and cuts. The AAD relates that daily cleansing maintains healthy skin but that mature skin is more easily damaged and takes longer to heal. Use fingertips instead of a washcloth on your face. A soft cloth is gentler for body skin care than loofahs and synthetic sponges.
