Skincare routine for mature skin

Once you reach your 60s, you have a good idea of what works for your skin and what doesn’t. But menopausal changes will bring a shift to mature skin, with new conditions that you’ve not had to deal with prior. If you’re already using a quality, organic product, it might just mean adapting your routine or adding in a new product to address dryness or the like.

What changes happen to your skin after 60?

Ageing brings with it a set of challenges, but if you’re prepared for it then you can address a lot of the skin-related issues before they become a problem. Here are some of the changes to expect:

• The skin becomes slacker: The skin loses elastin - elastic tissue elastin – as you age, causing the skin to hang loosely.
• The skin becomes thinner: Aging causes the epidermis – the surface layer of the skin – to become thinner and more transparent.
• The skin is fragile: Because of thinning of the skin and blood vessel walls, bruising is much more common.
• The skin is rougher: The softness of youthful skin disappears, and lesions may begin to develop.
• The skin puckers: There is bone loss around the mouth and chin which causes the skin to pucker around the mouth.
• The skin sags: Gravity comes into play, as well as sleep positions, with the skin drooping around the eyebrows and lids, as well as the cheeks and jaw.
• The skin gets dry and itchy: Ageing causes a loss of oil glands which makes the skin much dryer with age. This is exacerbated by dry air in winter, making the skin dry and itchy.

What are the best medicinal plants for mature skin over 60?

There are several natural ingredients that you might want to include in your skincare routine which are particularly beneficial for mature skin. These include:

1. Blackthorn: A master in preserving strength and vitality

For centuries, the protective powers of blackthorn have seen it used in skincare as a natural regenerative. The blackthorn fruit is rich in tannins and antioxidants, offering intensive skin protection that fortifies and strengthens the skin. This medicinal plant will leave the skin feeling soft and providing long-lasting protection.

2. Almond: Packed with restorative nutrients

Almond oil has a delicate texture that glides across the skin with wonderful ease. This mild oil leaves skin feeling smooth and provides long-lasting protection.

3. Olive: Preserves vitality well into old age

For thousands of years, the olive tree has been used for its preservation qualities and continues to be used to this day. Unlike most fatty oils, olive oil is not cold pressed from the hard core of the plant, but from the fruit, passing vitality to the skin. With its high-quality fatty acid composition, it nourishes the skin and makes it supple.

What is the best skincare routine for over 60s?

If you’re looking for a premium, natural skincare routine that has proven results over the past 50 years, then Dr. Hauschka’s range is your best bet. They’ve put together a really effective skincare routine that works for mature skin.

Morning skincare routine

Start your day off on a really great note by revitalising your skin and ensuring it’s protected throughout the day with this three-step routine.

Step 1: Cleanse

Start by cleansing the skin with Dr. Hauschka’s Cleansing Cream by mixing it with a bit of water to form a smooth paste. This will clarify, cleanse and regulate the skin, removing dirt while gently nourishing.

Step 2: Tone

Use Dr. Hauschka’s Facial Toner to stimulate your skin’s natural abilities, leaving your complexion radiant. This provides great basic strengthening care which is ideal for mature skin.

Step 3: Moisturise and protect

Finally, apply Dr. Hauschka’s Regenerating Day Cream Intensive to promote skin firmness by counteracting waning elasticity. Dr. Hauschka’s Regenerating Serum can also be added to stimulate renewal, revitalise and strengthen mature skin.

Evening skincare routine

Finish off the day the right way with this three-step skincare routine that cleans off the day’s dirt and prepares the skin for a night of rest and rejuvenation.

Step 1: Cleanse

Start by cleansing the skin with Dr. Hauschka’s Cleansing Cream to Cleansing Cream by mixing it with a bit of water to form a smooth paste. This will clarify, cleanse and regulate the skin, removing dirt while gently nourishing. If you suffer from sensitive skin, then try Dr. Hauschka’s Soothing Cleansing Milk.

Step 2: Tone

Use Dr. Hauschka’s Facial Toner to stimulate your skin’s natural abilities, leaving your complexion radiant. This provides great basic strengthening care which is ideal for mature skin.

Step 3: Vitalise

Finally, Dr. Hauschka’s Regenerating Serum stimulates overnight regeneration, allowing your skin to breathe while providing important impulses to tone and revitalise mature skin.

What else can you do for your skin?

If you experience enlarged capillaries in the face, then you can also apply 1 to 2 ampoules of Dr. Hauschka’s Sensitive Care Conditioner after cleansing your skin. Prevent further drying out by gently pressing the liquid into your face until it is fully absorbed.

If your skin around the eyes and mouth is starting to feel tight, then Dr. Hauschka’s Eye Balm and Lip Balm will help.