- 01 WHAT DOES MATURE SKIN MEAN?
- 02 WHAT FACTORS INFLUENCE SKIN AGING?
- 03 WHY DOES MATURE SKIN OVER 60 NEED SPECIAL CARE?
- 04 THE BEST ANTI-AGING INGREDIENTS FOR MATURE SKIN
- 05 NATURAL ANTI-AGING SERUM FOR FIRMER, STRONGER SKIN
- 06 OPT FOR A REGENERATING CREAM WITH ALGAE EXTRACT FOR MATURE SKIN
- 07 EXTRA CARE FOR THE SENSITIVE EYE AREA
- 08 MORE TIPS FOR MATURE SKIN
WHAT IS MEANT BY MATURE SKIN?
While we may still enjoy smooth and plump-looking skin in our childhood and adolescence, the skin's own metabolism already begins to slow down in our early twenties. From then on, the content of collagen and elastin in the skin decreases by about one percent each year.[1] This process gradually leads to a loss of tone and skin elasticity. The first fine lines and wrinkles appear and in the long term the contours of the face lose their firmness. With age, the skin also becomes thinner and less able to retain moisture. Wrinkles appear more often and are increasingly pronounced, and the skin is more prone to dryness. Likewise, increased pigmentation is often visible on mature skin. It is not uncommon for the complexion to appear tired and sallow overall.
WHAT FACTORS INFLUENCE SKIN AGING?
The aging process of the skin is first caused primarily by biological and genetic factors. In connection with this natural aging of the skin, menopause also affects women. This unique time is accompanied by hormonal changes that affect the skin, among other things. In particular, the reduction in estrogen levels is noticeable here because estrogen participates in the formation of collagen and influences the moisture content as well as the skin's resistance levels.[2] The environment is another key factor in skin aging. Aggressors such as UV radiation, air pollution, stress, nicotine, and an unbalanced diet cause an excess of free radicals in our body. They can cause lasting damage to the cells[3] and promote premature aging of the skin.
WHY DOES MATURE SKIN OVER 60 NEED SPECIAL CARE?
Due to the numerous changes, mature skin is often more demanding than younger skin. It needs richer products that protect it and provide it with essential nutrients. To keep your skin smooth and radiant, experts therefore recommend using anti-aging skincare products that strengthen and moisturize the skin every day. Ideally, you should care for mature skin with a comprehensive routine consisting of a mild facial cleanser, anti-aging serum, and anti-aging cream.
THE BEST ANTI-AGING INGREDIENTS FOR MATURE SKIN
The products you use for mature skin over 60 should include hydrating hyaluronic acid and powerful anti-aging ingredients that support cell renewal, promote regeneration, and stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis. Such ingredients include well-known powerful substances such as retinol, vitamins, plant oils and peptides, as well as algae extracts. Algae are particularly nutrient-rich and provide your skin with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Among other things, they support the body's own formation of collagen and are true radical scavengers.[4] As a result, they have a visible lifting effect on the skin and can reduce wrinkles and lines.
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NATURAL SERUM FOR FIRMER, STRONGER SKIN
A serum pampers your skin - regardless of age - with a thorough and highly concentrated treatment that also reaches the deeper layers of the skin. The Life Plankton Elixir by Biotherm, for example, has a direct triple effect: it protects, nourishes, and regenerates the skin. Life Plankton is a uniquely regenerating and natural active ingredient derived from the thermal springs of the French Pyrenees. Life Plankton forms the basis of all Biotherm cosmetic products. The serum contains a maximum concentration of 5% and is suitable for all skin types and ages. It reduces signs of aging and gives the skin more radiance in just eight days.
Tips for use: apply three drops of the serum to a cleansed face in the morning and evening and gently massage the product into the skin. Then, gently tap your fingers over your face so that the active ingredients can penetrate even more effectively and ensure a natural lifting effect and rapid reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.
CREAM WITH ALGAE EXTRACT FOR MATURE SKIN
Take care of your skin with a firming cream and nourish it with essential nutrients. The Blue Therapy Amber Algae Revitalize Day Cream from Biotherm combines revitalizing brown algae with a natural nutrient combination of calcium, vegetable oils, and shea butter. Formulated with Life Plankton, it supports cell renewal, moisturizes, and strengthens the skin's protective barrier. Thus, this nourishing face cream for those over 60 counteracts the loss of skin elasticity day after day. Iridescent microbeads activate your skin's youthful glow and make it radiant.
THE POWER DUO: DAY AND NIGHT CREAM FOR SKIN OVER 60
Complete your care routine with a suitable night cream for those over 60. The Blue Therapy Amber Algae Revitalize Night Cream by Biotherm with algae extract perfectly rounds off your daily skincare routine. Formulated with plant-based resveratrol, it supports the skin while it regenerates at night and promotes collagen formation.[5] Hyaluronic acid replumps the skin and provides long-lasting moisture. The cream gives you a fresh and rosy complexion overnight
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A FACE MASSAGE AND SKIN CARE IN ONE: THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO APPLY FACE CREAM
Put a small amount of your anti-aging cream on your fingertips and apply it to your face using upward motions. To do this, move along the neck up to the lower jaw and from there move to the corners of the mouth, then towards the outer corners of the eyes. Then continue to spread the cream around your face, from the eyebrows to the hairline. Finally, gently press your fingers from the center outwards over your skin so that the anti-wrinkle product can be fully absorbed and vitalize sagging skin. The facial massage activates your skin's youthful radiance.
EXTRA CARE FOR THE SENSITIVE EYE AREA
With a rich anti-aging eye cream, you can give the delicate skin around the eyes additional attention and care. The thin skin around the eyes is prone to dryness and wrinkles because of its texture and the daily stresses of our facial expressions. Dark circles and bags under the eyes are often more pronounced in mature skin. From the age of 60, your eye cream should therefore contain highly concentrated active ingredients that have a revitalizing and firming effect. In this way, you compensate for the loss of moisture in sensitive skin and counteract crow's feet and other wrinkles around the eye area. Active ingredients such as amino acids and Life Plankton™ soften the general signs of aging and fatigue around the eye area.
MORE TIPS FOR MATURE SKIN
In addition to serums and creams, you can also pamper your skin in many different ways. Here you will find a clear summary of other helpful tips for mature skin.
- Treat your skin once or twice a week to a gentle exfoiliating treatment. It removes dead skin cells, cleanses pores and stimulates blood flow to the skin. This makes your complexion look softer and more even.
- Prevention is better than a cure: use a sun protection factor daily. UV rays have been shown to accelerate skin aging and promote the development of pigment spots.[6] Therefore, protect yourself from light-induced skin aging with a sunscreen. For this you can either use a special sunscreen for the face or a day cream with sun protection factor.
- Treat the whole body to intense nourishment. Your face isn't the only part of the body that requires moisture and nutrients. The skin on the hands, arms, legs, neck, and chest also wants to be pampered with soothing skin care. A moisturizing body lotion or cream for dry skin and a nourishing hand cream with UV protection give you beautiful skin from head to toe.
- In addition to proper care, a healthy lifestyle is also important. If you abstain from excessive alcohol consumption and nicotine, you will not only do something good for your health, but also promote a radiant complexion. A balanced diet rich in vitamins also strengthens the skin from the inside. You can also pamper your skin from the outside with vitamins. You can find various vitamins in the formulas of Biotherm skincare products.
- Create beautiful moments in your everyday life and enjoy some calming downtime. A relaxed soul is reflected in an even and refreshed complexion.
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[4] Kim J. et al. Beneficial Effects of Marine Algae-Derived Carbohydrates for Skin Health. Mar Drugs. 2018 Nov; 16(11):459. URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6266229/
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