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While everyone's skin ages as they get older, it tends to age more rapidly in women after menopause. The production of certain hormones such as Estrogen and collagen decreases which disrupts the skin's balance. This explains why signs of aging are more visible around the age of 60 in women than in men.

Choosing the right products according to your skin age is important when it comes to choosing the skincare products that are best for your skin type. Skincare in your 40s and 50s, for example, is different than it is after the age of 60. Mature skin needs specialised skincare products that address the skin type of older women.

Skin Changes in Women Over 60

The skin loses volume and becomes thinner. The thickness of skin decreases at about 6% every ten years, resulting in wrinkles and aging.
Skin type can become dry and less smooth.
The skin loses its suppleness and may start to sag in places.
Facial lines and wrinkles become deeper and more prominent.
Dark spots tend to appear on the skin and become more visible. 

What Are the Skin's Needs After the Age of 60?

A skincare product designed for mature skin, for age 60 and over, should have ingredients and properties that address the following skincare concerns:

Hydrate and Nourish

The skin needs to be deeply rehydrated with the right active ingredients to restore the hydrolipidic film, provide better protection against external aggressors, and prevent dryness. 

Stimulate Natural Collagen Production

Improved collagen production will firm up tissues and decrease sagging. This helps to improve elasticity and plump the skin. 

Stimulate The Natural Production of Elastin Fibres

Stimulating elastin fibres restores suppleness and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Improve Skin Microcirculation and Even Out Pigmentation

The goal here is to eliminate white or dark spots and even out skin tone.

We recommend using Vichy skincare products for your daily beauty routine. If you want the best Vichy products for mature skin, will refresh and wake up your skin keeping it supple and looking fantastic.

Your Beauty Routine for Mature Skin

Mature skin can be extra sensitive and fragile, so it needs lots of TLC and pampering. Once you understand the reasons why mature skin changes, you’ll have a better understanding of its needs and can choose the most effective and suitable skincare products for your skin.

Here’s a beauty routine to help keep your skin radiant, even when you're over 60!

Tip #1

Due to the fact that mature skin tends to be sensitive and fine, use a natural, gentle, organic facial cleanser that purifies and cleans without being harsh on the skin. Organic skincare products are also better absorbed by the skin and interact with it better, which makes them very effective.

Tip #2

Never skip daily cleansing so you can keep your skin in good health, leave it better oxygenated, and stimulate skin renewal.

Tip #3

Wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. 

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