Cosmetics after 40 years, recommendations from cosmetologists

Cosmetologists advise caring for your face after 40 years of age using special products and techniques to prevent loss of firmness and elasticity of the epidermis.

Symptoms of skin withering

At the age of 40-45 years, the female body undergoes hormonal changes, accompanied by atrophic processes in the integument. Regeneration of the dermis slows down, estrogen levels decrease.

Signs of skin aging:

1. dryness and thinness;
2. creases in the area of ​​the nasolabial folds, forehead and eyelids;
3. loss of clear contours of the oval face;
4. swelling of the eyelids;
5. decreased elasticity of the skin.

Facial care after 40 years (cosmetologist's advice is given taking into account the age category) includes masks, creams, tonics and scrubs.

Skin care after 40 years

To maintain youthful skin, there is no need to use creams or serums hourly: the optimal time for daily procedures is 10-15 minutes.

Care stages:

1. cleansing: washing the face is done with filtered water using foams or milk to gently remove dust, grease and dirt from the epidermis;
2. toning: To restore skin turgor, tonics, serums or lotions are used. At home, it is recommended to use green tea, chamomile infusion or ice cubes;

Only comprehensive facial care after 40 will provide the desired effect and slow down the aging process of the skin

It is necessary to take care of your skin daily to achieve a lasting effect.

Caring for the skin around the eyes

Premature aging of the skin around the eyes occurs for the following reasons:

1. use of creams intended for the face and eyelids. They may contain aggressive components that negatively affect the eyes;
2. applying oil-based creams: the products prevent oxygen from entering the skin, and there is an oily sheen around the eyes;
3. rubbing movements when applying the product: The skin stretches and wrinkles form prematurely. The cream must be applied with smooth patting movements;
4. not rinsing off makeup before going to bed at night: the development of inflammatory processes and blockage of pores is possible.

The skin of the eyelids is thin and sensitive, it lacks a fat layer and sweat glands, and the collagen content is minimal. Facial care after 40 years (cosmetologist's advice includes comprehensive skin rejuvenation) is aimed at preventing the appearance of deep wrinkles.

Daily cleansing is done with milk; removing makeup from the skin is recommended with micellar water. The epidermis is nourished using natural masks or creams that have a lifting effect.

Ice cubes made from herbal infusions are known to have a tonic and refreshing effect: they are used morning and evening to wipe the skin around the eyes.

You can use tonics or lotions. Nourishing creams in the winter and products with SPF protection in the summer protect against ultraviolet rays and harmful environmental influences.

Nasolabial fold area

Facial care after 40 years (cosmetologist's advice is not a panacea for all causes of wrinkles, but only general recommendations) involves an integrated approach, in which a special place is given to the area of ​​nasolabial folds. This area actively loses moisture, so with age, the process of dehydration accelerates and provokes the appearance of creases.

The defect is eliminated with moisturizers and massage. It is forbidden to cleanse the skin of acne or pimples on your own: there is a risk of blood poisoning due to closely located vessels. Pronounced wrinkles cannot be corrected at home: cosmetologists use filler injections for this.

How to support cheekbones and cheeks

In addition to moisturizing and toning products, gymnastics is effective for maintaining and creating a beautiful oval face:

1. mouth full: puff out your cheeks as much as possible, hold the air for 7-10 seconds and exhale sharply (repeat 7-10 times);
2. lollipop: draw air into the cheek space, and then move it to the other cheek like candy. “Roll” the air for 1 minute;
3. drawing: Prepare a landscape sheet and a drawing object. Hold a pencil or pen between your lips and, making circular movements with your head, draw something on the sheet.

Massage helps improve blood microcirculation and warm up facial muscles: apply 2 tsp on face. honey and spread over the skin. Perform the massage with light tapping with your fingers until slight redness appears. After the procedure, rinse off the honey with warm water and apply the cream to your face. Carrying out the procedure daily.

Cold massage tones the skin: pour chamomile decoction into ice molds and freeze. Rub the prepared cube onto your face until it completely melts. No washing is required; just pat your skin dry with a towel.

Neck and décolleté care

To prevent premature skin aging and the appearance of age spots and wrinkles, follow the following rules:

1. avoid direct sunlight and do not abuse the solarium;
2. sleep on a small pillow: a large cushion under the head interferes with normal blood circulation and contributes to the formation of a double chin;
3. Perform a contrast shower on the décolleté and neck area every day. After the procedure, do not wipe the skin, but let it dry on its own.

At home, décolleté skin care can be done using peeling: mix 1 tbsp. fine salt, oatmeal, soda and kefir. Apply the finished mixture to the skin in a circular motion and massage for 2-3 minutes. Rinse with water, apply cream or oil.

Potato wrap is good for the skin: 1 tsp. Mix glycerin and olive oil with 2 boiled and chopped potatoes. Apply the finished compress to the neck and décolleté for 30 minutes, cover with a napkin. After the procedure, rinse the mixture with water and let the skin dry.

The effectiveness of the procedures is noticeable after 1 month if carried out regularly.

Pharmacy drugs

Advice from cosmetologists on facial care after 40 years using pharmaceutical products: apply the drug as a face mask in the morning or evening 2 times a week.

Common pharmaceutical products:

1. Vitamin A (retinol): improves the functioning of the sebaceous and sweat glands, smoothes wrinkles. It comes in the form of an oil, so it is applied to the skin twice a week before bed.
2. Zinc ointment: fights wrinkles and acne: for the treatment of inflammatory lesions, the product is applied around the lesion; to smooth out wrinkles, the ointment is distributed over the skin until absorbed. After the procedure, it is recommended to apply a moisturizer.
3. Curiosin: Containing hyaluronic acid, the product maintains skin elasticity and accelerates regeneration processes. The gel is applied as a stand-alone product or mixed with cream.
4. Relief: The ointment is intended for the treatment of hemorrhoids, it contains shark oil and phenylephrine, and has a vasoconstrictor and tonic effect. Apply locally to wrinkles.
5. Heparin ointment: eliminates swelling and bags under the eyes. Apply to cleansed eyelid skin, avoiding contact with eyes.
6. Retinoic ointment: contains a large amount of vitamin A, restores skin elasticity and a healthy appearance. Used to treat comedones and acne. Can be used as a stand-alone product or in combination with masks.

Before applying the drug to the face, the product is tested on the inside of the wrist: if redness or rash appears, it should not be used.

Medical cosmetics

Cosmetologists recommend taking care of your face after 40 years with regular use of medicinal cosmetics. A variety of products allows you to choose a cream taking into account age, composition and principle of action.

Common cosmetic products:

1. Isofill cream from Uriage: It is unique because it does not contain parabens, silicones and mineral oils, which can clog pores. Contains peptides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants. Corrects facial contours, stimulates collagen production and restores skin elasticity. Apply to the neck, décolleté and face twice a day.
2. cream Arkeskin+: has nourishing and moisturizing properties, prevents the appearance of age spots. Contains wheat proteins, chestnut extract and sesame oil. Recommended for use during hormonal changes in the body and for those with dry skin. Apply to face and décolleté twice daily after cleansing the skin.
3. Liftactiv from Vichy: smoothes out small wrinkles and reduces larger ones, returning firmness and elasticity to the skin. Consists of rhamnose, hyaluronic acid and thermal waters. The first result is observed after 2 weeks of using the product twice a day on the face, décolleté and neck.

The effectiveness of creams increases if the skin is steamed and cleansed before application, the product is applied with soft patting movements, and wait until it is completely absorbed.

Masks at home

It is possible to carry out complete skin care at home using the following procedures:

1. cleansing mask: Combine 5 g of coffee and buckwheat flour with 10 g of clay and 20 drops of mango oil. The finished mixture is diluted with tea leaves and stirred thoroughly: apply in a circular motion to the face, rinse after 12 minutes. An ideal recipe for oily skin: relieves redness and rashes, reduces wrinkles;
2. toning mask: Mix 4 drops of tangerine oil with 10 g of honey, 15 g of rye flour and 5 ml of cognac. Apply the thoroughly mixed mixture to the skin, excluding the eyelids and nasolabial triangle, rinse off after 20 minutes. The procedure improves blood flow, regeneration processes, and fights skin sagging;
3. moisturizing mask: Boil the potatoes, chop and mix with olive oil until smooth. Apply the mixture 5-6 mm thick to the face, rinse after 20 minutes. The mask smooths out wrinkles and restores elasticity to the skin;
4. nourishing mask: 1 tsp Brew chamomile flowers with boiling water and leave for 40 minutes. Drain the broth and mix the herbal pulp with olive oil. Apply the finished mixture to the face and décolleté, leave for 20 minutes, rinse with water. Has a nourishing, calming effect;
5. egg mask: Mix 2 chicken yolks with avocado pulp and apply the mixture for 20 minutes. on the skin of the face. After the procedure, rinse with water. The mask is intended for dry, depleted skin: it provides a supply of nutrients.

To achieve results, you need to make masks 1-2 times a week, before applying the skin, thoroughly cleanse and steam.

Do not use ingredients that may cause an allergic reaction.

Recipes for tonics and scrubs for facial care after 40 years

Removing keratinized particles of the epidermis and restoring skin tone is possible both through procedures in the salon and at home:

1. Oatmeal scrub: Grind the flakes and mix with sour cream until a uniform consistency is obtained. Apply the finished mixture onto the face in a circular, soft motion and stroke the skin for 2-3 minutes, rinse with warm water;
2. Coffee scrub: Grind the coffee beans and mix with olive or sunflower oil. Apply the mixture to your face for 2-3 minutes, massaging the skin with gentle movements. There should be no sensation of pain or discomfort. Rinse off with warm mineral water;
3. Cleansing Tonic: Pour boiling water over 30 g of ginger and leave for 120 minutes. Strain the broth, add 7 drops of grapefruit oil. Wipe the skin with the prepared product before applying the cream;
4. Moisturizing toner: Squeeze 20 ml of juice from aloe leaves, mix them with 120 ml of chamomile decoction and 15 drops of grape oil. Pour the finished product into a bottle and shake the container before applying to the face.

The purpose of scrubs is to exfoliate the stratum corneum of the epidermis, improve microcirculation and cleanse contaminated pores. Before applying the scrub, it is necessary to moisturize the skin to soften the epidermis.

Tonics prevent premature loss of moisture and have a calming and antioxidant effect. Alcohol tonics are applied directly to the site of inflammation.

When can you not do without the help of specialists?

Home care does not require huge amounts of money and time, but achieving a good result is not always possible for the following reasons:

1. incorrect selection of cosmetics or procedures: A cosmetologist can determine the degree and depth of wrinkles and the predisposition of the skin to certain processes. Acne, cracks and dry skin that cannot be treated at home are a reason to visit a salon;
2. hormonal disorders: selection of medications by a gynecologist solves the problem of hormone imbalance, and the aging process will slow down, the skin will recover faster;
3. chronic diseases: The skin is a mirror of the body, reflecting its condition. Treatment of diseases by specialized specialists will prolong not only the youth of the skin, but also the years.

A common reason for visiting a cosmetologist is the ineffectiveness of home procedures.

The salon offers the following rejuvenating treatments:

1. Laser: removal of the upper layer of the epidermis with the launch of skin regenerative processes;
2. Mesotherapy: injections of cell renewal stimulators, 1 procedure per year is recommended;
3. RF lifting: radio wave heating of the deep layers of the dermis to tighten the skin.

Salon procedures effectively rejuvenate the skin in record time, provide the skin with professional care and prevent premature aging.

Expert recommendations: how to look young after 40

For facial care after 40 years, cosmetologists advise not only using cosmetics and pharmaceutical products, but also comply with the following rules:

1. adherence to the daily routine: adequate sleep, alternating work and rest help normalize metabolism. During sleep, skin layers are renewed;
2. giving up alcohol and smoking;
3. balanced diet: exclusion of fatty, sweet and starchy foods. Drink a full diet (at least 2 liters) and eat enough vegetables and fruits. It is permissible to compensate for seasonal vitamin deficiencies with vitamin complexes;
4. self-facial massage using special products or creams;
5. regular exercise: swimming, fitness or dancing, any movement helps strengthen the immune system and improve the general condition of the body;
6. decorative cosmetics: for women of this age period, serums and creams are produced containing hyaluronic acid and vitamins to maintain the epidermis of the skin;
7. timely treatment of diseases and monitoring of the body’s condition: The body ages faster if regeneration processes are disrupted.

The youth and beauty of the skin should be protected from adolescence. Women after 40 years of age will appear beautiful with a skillful combination of facial care according to the advice of cosmetologists with a beautiful wardrobe and makeup.

Video about facial care after 40 years

Mistakes in daily facial skin care:

Masks and scrubs for skin care at home:

The facial skin of women over 40 is no longer as elastic and toned as in youth. New wrinkles appear in the corners of the eyes, in the nasolabial part, on the cheeks and neck. On store shelves there is a wide selection of different creams for restoring and rejuvenating the epidermis, but not all of them are equally useful. When choosing a product, you need to rely on the composition, and not on the bright label.

Skin Features

At the age of 40, women experience a restructuring of hormones in the body, which almost always leads to atrophic processes in the structure of the skin. Cellular renewal proceeds more slowly than in youth, and it may take a whole month, and sometimes more. Thickening of the skin leads to looseness of the upper layer of the epidermis, and therefore moisture evaporates from it for a very long time.

The production of collagen fibers is destroyed and reduced, female sex hormones decrease.

The skin ages and fades, and therefore the main signs during this period are considered:

• Too dry and thin skin;

• Increase in the number of wrinkles;

• Dulled complexion;

• Reduced elasticity and firmness;

• Deformation of the facial contour;

• Drooping of the skin.

In order to prevent aging, a woman must adhere to certain rules. The way she treats her health will be reflected in her appearance. If you don’t make any attempts to maintain the tone and freshness of your face, you can visually throw on yourself several years.

Therefore, in addition to cosmetic procedures, an adult lady should use decorative cosmetics (mascara, powder, foundation and lipstick).

Care instructions

Experts recommend that women over forty adhere to certain rules when caring for their facial skin. It is necessary to follow a daily routine, constantly take care of your face and eat right. Following a daily routine is necessary to renew skin cells. This process only occurs during sleep, so it is important to get enough sleep. But this does not mean that you need to sleep most of the day.

You just need to go to bed and get up at the same time.

Facial skin care consists of regular cleansing, moisturizing and nourishing all layers of the epidermis. It is better to wash your face with a special milk and apply an anti-aging cream at night. Eating right is beneficial at any age, but it is especially important after 40 years of age. Fatty, salty, floury foods and sodas have a bad effect on the condition of the skin. The main enemy of beautiful skin color is smoking. This bad habit is the main cause of wrinkles.

When caring for the skin around the eyes and eyelids, you need to pay attention to the composition of the product you choose. For example, a facial serum or cream marked 40+ contains hyaluronic acid and vitamins that help improve the condition of the epidermis.

Very often, in adulthood, female representatives resort to rejuvenation procedures. They do contouring, peeling, deep facial cleansing, lifting and all kinds of masks. To maintain youth, women should regularly visit cosmetologists.

Composition of creams

It is very important to purchase a cream that will suit your skin condition in composition. What is good for young girls is unacceptable for older ladies. For them, cosmetics must perform other functions: restoring youth, nourishing cells and saturating all layers of the epidermis with useful substances.

Anti-aging creams should consist of:

• Vegetable oils with a moisturizing effect;

• Hyaluronic acid and glycine, which protect and retain moisture inside cells;

• Vitamins that can saturate the skin with useful substances. They give them a natural and healthy appearance;

• Coenzyme Q10. It is used for skin rejuvenation;

• Liquid collagen, which penetrates into cells and gives them elasticity;

• Proteins that help fight old age;

• Natural ingredients with nutritional and rejuvenating properties;

• Fruit and lactic acids.

You can choose the right effective cream by determining your skin type. For example, for combination skin you should not choose an oily product. It must contain natural ingredients: chamomile, sage and vegetable oils. Day care should moisturize and remove oily shine, and night care should restore and nourish.

Those with dry skin need to use moisturizers that will retain moisture inside the epidermis.

Expert advice on choosing

Cosmetologists and dermatologists advise women over forty to buy creams and ointments based on some of their properties. Thus, decorative cosmetics must have a sun protection function. After all, solar radiation has a harmful effect on the skin at any time of the year. It should also replenish the water balance, promote tissue regeneration and tone the skin.

Experts also recommend choosing a product that contains moisturizing fluids. But for oily skin, you need to use cosmetics that have an anti-inflammatory effect, so as not to aggravate existing problems (pimples and blackheads).

It is very important to know the composition and purpose of a particular cream. Some components have a beneficial effect on the epidermis only at night, while some can reduce wrinkles during the day. And you can’t buy cosmetics that are inappropriate for a woman’s age. Each age has a specific composition that promotes the healing and restoration of the skin.

You should only buy anti-aging cosmetics in trusted stores so as not to fall for counterfeits. Low-quality lotions will only cause harm. Therefore, you need to remember that real products are found in pharmacies or specialized stores. The label must be clear and the text on it must be easy to read. And, of course, the packaging must be intact.

If women prefer to carry out rejuvenation procedures using folk remedies, then cosmetologists advise carefully studying the properties of all components of scrubs and masks. After all, not all of them act equally well on young and mature skin.

Rating of the best brands

Currently, many companies produce anti-age cosmetics. But not all of them are of equal quality and effectiveness. Very often, buyers are faced with counterfeits or low-quality products, which can aggravate the problem and add new troubles. To avoid purchasing a bad product, dermatological scientists have compiled a list of the best brands of anti-aging cosmetics.

1. Dior – releases serum “One Essential", which fights free radicals. It can restore beauty and youth, and also get rid of wrinkles. It contains useful substances that replenish the water balance of the epidermis and retain moisture inside.

1. Chanel – serum manufacturer “Le Lift", which increases elasticity and corrects wrinkles. The product is effective for 12 hours. The manufacturer promises that regular use of the serum will tighten the oval of the face and even out folds and grooves.

1. Guerlain – produces a gel mask “Abeille Royale", which starts the process of tissue regeneration and fights aging. It is easily absorbed and does not leave an oily sheen.

1. Givenchy – creator of black cream “Le Soin Noir" This cream consists of an updated formula, and therefore is able to remove all age-related changes from the face, such as puffiness, pigmentation, wrinkles and bags under the eyes.

1. La Mer - lotion manufacturerThe Treatment Lotion", which saturates the skin with nourishing vitamins and minerals. With its help, you can get rid of facial wrinkles and remove acne from problem areas.

1. Bielita – the best manufacturer of anti-aging cosmetics, producing a special line “LuxCare" All products are designed to visually reduce all signs of aging facial skin.

1. Faberlic – produces a budget night cream “Ethno-botanica", which contains natural ingredients. It soothes the skin and removes signs of fatigue. Regular use of ethno-botany will even out skin tone and improve its elasticity.

1. Mary Kay is a manufacturer that produces a range of products that, when used regularly, reduce deep wrinkles, tighten facial contours and balance moisture levels. They consist of hypoallergenic components and are absolutely harmless to use.

1. Eveline is a Polish brand that produces various cosmetics to maintain beauty. They are intended for professional care and combine components that lighten dark circles under the eyes and relieve puffiness.

1. LibreDerm is a Russian brand that produces a line of products based on hyaluronic acid. Series "3D filler" – these are three creams: night, day and for the areas around the eyes. They smooth out wrinkles and folds, protect the epidermis from aging and relax facial muscles.

1. Estee Lauder is a well-known brand that produces professional cosmetics to maintain youth for women over 40. They contain black tourmaline, which, when combined with other ingredients and molecules, enhances the production of natural collagen.

1. Perfecta is a brand that produces an anti-aging line of products that improve the quality of tissues and increase their tone. They replenish skin resources and activate cellular dynamics. With their help, it is possible to prevent premature aging and remove pigmentation.

1. Biocon is a brand that sells cosmetics. This is a rejuvenating mask, eye care cream, day and night face lotion. All products have a tightening and smoothing effect.

1. Vichi is a brand that produces cosmetics that make the skin firm, elastic and radiant. Fine wrinkles disappear and deep wrinkles become less noticeable.

1. L'Oreal is a well-known brand that produces cosmetic products that fight all signs of aging. With their help, you can even out the contour and tone of your face, get rid of facial wrinkles and remove age spots.

1. Clinique – a brand known as a leader in the production of products for the care of mature skin. It produces creams in economical packaging. One package is enough for six months of regular use. Creams allow you to fight expression wrinkles on the forehead, cheeks and neck. They have anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties. Smart Custom-Repair Serum moisturizes and reduces wrinkles and fights age spots. It contains natural ingredients that do not cause allergic reactions.

1. Black Pearl is a popular cosmetics company. Its products contain glycine, which nourishes cells and rejuvenates the overall appearance. This is one of the most famous Russian brands for the production of cosmetics. It has reasonable prices and has a number of useful properties.

1. Medik8 – serums of this brand erase pigmentation, prevent the destruction of collagen and elastin, and stimulate the synthesis of new fibers. They contain useful acids: lactic, kojic and hyaluronic.

1. Lundenilona is a good brand that produces serum for the face, neck and eye area. It contains elastin, collagen, vitamins and natural oils that maintain the hydration level of the epidermis and regulate water balance.

Before choosing products to maintain youth and beauty, women should consult with specialists. A dermatologist will recommend lotions and ointments that are suitable for a specific skin type. And before use, you need to check the reaction to the tolerability of a particular drug. The inscription on the package “hypoallergenic” does not always mean that the product does not contain components that can cause allergies.

Reviews

Almost all cosmetic brands focus on producing products for women over 40 years old. The prices of the products are different (from 100 rubles to 10 thousand rubles), but cost does not always equal quality. For example, creams from such well-known companies as Lancome, Chanel and Clarins, according to users, are expensive, but are produced in unhygienic packaging.

Russian and Belarusian manufacturers have proven themselves well: Vitex and Black Pearl. Their cosmetics have an affordable price, but have the same effect as imported products.

But still, users call pharmacy lines of creams from brands such as Evalar and Kora the best. They contain natural ingredients that do not cause allergic reactions and are able to repel ultraviolet rays.

According to adult women, it is possible to combat aging skin of the face, neck and eyelids only in a comprehensive manner. It is necessary to moisturize problem areas daily, make nourishing masks and use night and day anti-aging products. In addition to cosmetic procedures, women at the age of forty should adhere to proper nutrition and give up alcohol abuse and smoking. Only by following all these recommendations is it possible to maintain youth and rid your face of facial wrinkles and pigmentation.

Skin care after 40, remedies for wrinkles and age spots in the next video.

Before considering the rating of face creams after 40 years, it would be nice to know about some of the features of skin at this age. And based on this, draw conclusions about personal care - what products to use, what should be included in them, what to look for when choosing a product.

Modern cosmetology offers a wide range of anti-aging products. They differ in price, quality, efficiency, and solve different problems. Therefore, one conclusion suggests itself - there should be several skin care products after 40. This, of course, is the case if you want to look impressive and your appearance corresponds to your state of mind, and not to dry numbers in your passport.

How to choose a cream if you are over 40 years old - advice from cosmetologists

Remember the legendary expression of the heroine of everyone’s favorite movie: “At 40, life is just beginning!” And we really want this to be true. After all, it is at this amazing age that wisdom, experience, authority and knowledge come. The woman is full of strength, energy, youthful enthusiasm and the ability to fulfill thousands of desires - and real, not fantastic ones.

But time leaves a certain imprint on her appearance, forcing her to look dejectedly at her reflection in the mirror when new wrinkles appear. Can this be fixed? Of course yes!

If you ask a marketer if there is a cream that can get rid of old age, you will hear an optimistic “Yes!” in response. But cosmetologists are unlikely to be so happy and will answer rather negatively. Why?

They just look at things realistically and understand that the aging process is inevitable. But the best face cream after 40 can make them less noticeable, delay the effects of time and provide the skin with comfortable conditions for a “blooming” appearance.

Attention! Dear women, keep this in mind. For complete care, you will need several products that will complement each other. Only in this case will you have a successful solution to age-related problems.

So what face cream should you use after 40 years? How is it different from anti-aging products that have been used previously? According to reviews from cosmetologists, the use of pharmaceutical ointment will be effective if you have pronounced defects and too obvious age-related changes.

If you have been regularly caring for your skin the entire previous time, then it will be in pretty good condition and you just need to choose a good cream after 40. Let’s consider the nuances.

Composition and ingredients

To choose the right face cream after 40 years, you need to know some secrets that manufacturers are unlikely to tell you about. But they must provide comprehensive information about the composition of the product being sold. This is what we will use.

Unfortunately, those components that were included in the 30+ or ​​35+ products are no longer enough. But they should also be present in a quality cream:

1. Hyaluronic acid is an integral part of any anti-aging product. It guarantees deep hydration and stimulation of metabolic processes in the epidermis;
2. Glycerin is a good moisturizer, which, moreover, creates a microfilm on the surface of the skin that retains moisture inside the epidermis. And here's attention - for some skin types this ingredient may be undesirable, as it clogs pores;
3. vegetable cosmetic and essential oils help restore the epidermis at the cellular level, regulate the amount of moisture and prevent inflammatory processes;
4. Coenzyme Q10 will not only moisturize the skin, but also promote its youth and elasticity;
5. vitamin complexes will nourish the epidermis and dermis with the necessary components involved in the processes of metabolism and regeneration;
6. Plant acids help cleanse the skin by removing dead epithelial cells.

It should be noted that the processes of epidermis renewal after 40 years slow down and can last more than a month, and sometimes reach 65-70 days. This state of affairs prevents full skin breathing and blood circulation.

Now let's move on to those components that are necessary for the epidermis at this age and have not been found in care products before. Effective face creams after 40 years should contain:

1. protein compounds (proteins). These are the well-known collagens, elastins, and keratins. But they should not be present in creams in their pure form. Their molecules are so large that they are not able to penetrate into the deep layers of the skin and the most they will provide is hydration. It’s better to let it be various kinds of amino acid compounds;
2. peptides are representatives of protein derivatives. They have a lower molecular weight and penetrate deep into the epidermis and dermis. They have a pronounced rejuvenating effect. However, their properties are not yet fully understood and the presence of peptides in skin care products can cause unexpected side effects, although this is a very rare occurrence;
3. retinoids are synthetically modified vitamin A. If pure vitamin is used before the age of 40, then after this age it is no longer so effective. Such derivatives promote rapid renewal of epidermal cells, minimize pigmentation processes, and visually fill wrinkles.

Knowing how to choose a 40+ face cream based on its composition, let’s pay attention to the manufacturer.

Brand selection

Choosing a quality face cream in a store begins (and this is no secret to anyone) with searching for a familiar brand that has either already been used before or has received positive recommendations from various sources.

The best anti-aging face creams from French manufacturers:

1. Garnier;
2. Lancome;
3. Vichy;
4. L'Oreal and others

American and European brands that have taken leading positions in global and domestic rankings:

1. Neveah
2. Oriflame;
3. Avon;
4. Mary Kay;
5. Olei and others.

Recently, Belarusian face creams after 40 years have become very popular (as well as other cosmetics from these manufacturers):

1. Eco-sapropel;
2. Belita;
3. Vitex;
4. Exclusivecosmetics;
5. Markel.

There are also domestic developments on the Russian market that are in deserved demand:

1. Natura Siberika;
2. Libriderm;
3. Clean line
4. Black Pearl;
5. Planet Organics;
6. One hundred beauty recipes;
7. Nevskaya cosmetics;
8. Green Mama.

Korean face cream based on snail extract is an excellent lifting product that is effectively used by women over 40 in Korea. In general, it is Asian girls who manage to look fresh and young even after forty years. So we would advise you to find out what the Korean 424 facial skin care system hides.

Rating of the best creams

Our rating of the best creams for facial skin after 40 years will present products with a different spectrum of action. Ideally, all of them should be at hand for a woman who cares about her appearance and wants to look young and attractive for as long as possible.

Your skin will choose the most effective cream - after all, individual characteristics have not been canceled. But to make the choice easier, we will present the 10 best face creams after 40 years. There will be a few more of them in our TOP, since we want to cover all the necessary and important means.

Moisturizing

Such products help restore water balance, retain moisture inside cells and ensure the normal functioning of all metabolic processes.

1. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream - cream with retinol, vitamin B complex and tocopherol. It has excellent moisturizing, refreshing and tightening properties. The product is hypoallergenic and can be used by women with sensitive skin. The effect is noticeable with regular use.
2. The Garnier Ultra-Lifting series is a budget option for anti-aging products. There is a day and night cream, the effects of which complement each other. The moisturizing, tightening, brightening effect is visualized after a week of regular use.
3. Libriderm is an excellent cream for dry skin. It has a very light texture and a high content of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid. Perfect for summer days as it contains UV filters.

Read more: reviews for Garnier “Active lifting 45+”.

Note! Vichy cream is from a series of pharmaceutical products. It is not perceived by every skin. But if it fits, then you are unlikely to look for a replacement.

Pull-ups

Creams with a lifting effect will help effectively combat soft tissue ptosis (sagging under the force of gravity), blurred facial contours, jowls and wrinkles.

1. Vichy LiftActiv is the best cream with a unique composition. It stimulates internal renewal processes, giving the skin a tightened, radiant and fresh look.
2. Yves Rocher cream is created on the basis of natural plant cells, which stimulate skin regeneration processes, tighten the contour, make the skin elastic and firm. The effect is noticeable after a week of regular use.
3. Clarins Mylni Regenerate Joir is a good cream for tightening the oval of the face. Positioned as a product with an immediate lifting effect. The only drawback is the lack of a UV filter.

We must not forget that an immediate effect after the age of 40 is not always achieved. It is necessary to regularly take care of your face to achieve the desired results.

Anti-aging

Anti-aging face creams are designed to slow down the aging process and “turn back time.” These results can be achieved if you activate the body’s own reserves and force it to produce the necessary substances at least approximately in the volume that will ensure youthful skin.

1. Black Pearl is an anti-aging cream in the mid-price category. It copes with its tasks perfectly: evens out the complexion, prevents the aging process of the skin, reduces the number of wrinkles, moisturizes and tightens the oval.
2. L'Oreal Revitalift is one of the most effective anti-aging face creams after 45 years. Rejuvenates, smoothes out even pronounced wrinkles, gives the face a natural radiant color and even tone.
3. Faberlic is a rejuvenating cream after forty, created on the basis of natural ingredients. Regular use guarantees an even complexion, reduction of wrinkles, and elimination of signs of fatigue.

A face cream for wrinkles after 40 should have a pronounced prolonged effect, which is provided by at least two active components in the composition.

Daytime

You should use the day cream only after washing your face, on clean, slightly damp skin. You can apply decorative cosmetics only after the product has been absorbed.

1. Dior is a unique product that is absorbed almost instantly, evens out the complexion, and is suitable as a base for makeup. For those with sensitive skin prone to allergies and flaking.
2. Olay is a budget product that is as effective as the best luxury products. Adapts to skin color and can even be used instead of foundation. Supplies the epidermis with vitamins, minerals, stimulates internal processes.
3. Black pearl is a popular cream that has both day and night options. They have proven themselves as an effective remedy for skin aging with regular use of both options.

Make sure that your daytime products are not too “heavy” in texture, otherwise a shiny film will remain on the surface of the skin.

Night

Night cream is applied to skin previously cleansed of decorative cosmetics. It is also advisable to wipe your face with thermal or micellar water.

Manufacturers usually produce lines of anti-aging cosmetics, which include day, night and eye creams. The best option is to use all the products in one line. Then the effect is guaranteed.

You can use the following products:

1. Belita;
2. Black Pearl;
3. Nevskaya cosmetics.

Nutritious

The best face creams after 40 years. Top list of nutrients:

1. Nevskaya cosmetics “Ginseng” - the cream has not only nutritional properties, but also prevents the development of inflammatory processes, actively rejuvenates and structures the skin.
2. Vitex with aloe and vitamin complexes perfectly saturates the skin with the necessary components, stimulates metabolic processes and blood circulation, and strengthens the vascular network.
3. Lancome ResolutionDContraxo contains vitamin complexes, plant extracts, natural cosmetic and essential oils.

Is it worth paying attention again to the fact that all of the above remedies have a complex effect on the condition of the epidermis.

We advise you to watch a video about proper skin care after 40 years:

Reviews from cosmetologists

When you ask a cosmetologist for his opinion on which face cream is best, you can hear a variety of advice. And all of them will be based on the fact that it is necessary to take into account the individual characteristics of each specific woman. But the general opinion about the effectiveness of creams after 40 will be of interest to our readers.

Valeria, cosmetologist, Moscow

“Cream Vichy. Reviews from cosmetologists about this product will be mixed. This is a representative of the pharmacy segment of anti-aging products. This means that it is designed to solve a specific problem. In particular, to speed up regeneration processes, stimulate the production of neocollagen and thereby restore skin turgor. It is not suitable for all women. However, once you “hit the top ten,” you no longer need to look for anything else.”

Marina, cosmetologist-dermatologist, St. Petersburg

“Lately, I highly recommend that my clients use budget and very well-proven Belarusian cosmetics. It contains natural ingredients that have a positive effect on aging skin. But you need to use a set of tools and regularly, otherwise you won’t achieve results.”

Anna, cosmetologist, Samara

“French anti-aging cosmetics belong to the Lux class. The price of the products is quite high, but their positive effect on the skin is corresponding. Dior, Lancome, Vichy are the best representatives of the premium class. But Garnier is a product with an affordable price and good performance.”

Irina, dermatocosmetologist, Murmansk

“Russian cosmetics are undeservedly relegated to the background and clients give preference to foreign analogues. Meanwhile, our manufacturers produce decent products that are sometimes even more effective. Black pearls, for example, have a slow but prolonged effect. It is designed not for an immediate, but for a long-term effect.”

Alla, dermatologist, Tver

“Women suffering from problems such as oiliness, milia, acne and pigmentation need to pay attention to pharmaceutical products, the best of which is recognized by all cosmetologists as Vichy cream.

Also, good results can be achieved using Korean products based on snail extract: lifting and anti-inflammatory effect “on the face”

Tatyana, cosmetologist, Kazan

“Dear ladies! Pay attention to Olei cream, which is not as expensive as luxury analogues, and some even outperform some. The fact is that branded expensive cosmetics suffer from the fact that they do not always contain a UV filter. Olya cream contains them, besides this there are many more useful components"

Oksana, cosmetologist, Omsk

“Regularity and perseverance are the key to success in the fight for youthful skin after 40 years. I recommend using products from the same line - they take into account all the nuances and the products complement each other. Choose day, night, eye cream, eyelid cream, peelings and scrubs from the same manufacturer. For example, Black Pearl, Garnier, Nevskaya Cosmetics, Belita, Vitex have such a wide range. All funds are budgetary, which is also important.”

Customer Reviews

It is quite possible to choose a face cream after 40, based on reviews of women who have experience using this or that product.

Irma, 42 years old, Moscow

“Having reviewed the rating of facial rejuvenation creams after 40, I decided to continue using the anti-aging products that I had known until then. Garnier 35+ suited me quite well, but now the same products have appeared, only labeled 40+. I’m not going to look for anything else for now.”

Valentina, 45 years old, Tver

“Having problems not only in the form of age-related changes, you inevitably think about finding more effective drugs that will have not only a rejuvenating, but also a therapeutic effect. Vichy suited me 100%. Although it didn’t suit my friend"

Oksana, 47 years old, Samara

“I am allergic to almost all purchased products - creams, serums, masks, peelings and scrubs. Therefore, I was forced to look for a way out and started making face cream with my own hands. I won’t bore you with the details, but I will say that this option is also possible. You just need to choose the components specifically for yourself, and you will not suffer from rashes, redness and other unpleasant consequences of allergies.”

Lyudmila, 43 years old, Kazan

“A friend recommended Dior face cream to me after 40 years. She has been using this product for a long time, but I still couldn’t find the right one for myself. And then I found it – a completely effective cream that gets rid of dryness, sagging and wrinkles.”

Elena, 41 years old, Surgut

“Very effective and inexpensive face creams after 40 - Black Pearl. Day, night, around the eyes, ultra-lifting, toning, soft scrub - there is a whole series for complete care"

Olga, 46 years old, Omsk

“Yves Rocher is undeservedly relegated to the background, but meanwhile it is a very high-quality, relatively inexpensive natural cosmetics that gives amazing results”

Victoria, 48 years old, Ramenskoye

“I am a fan of French cosmetics. L'Oreal Revitalift is the best anti-aging cream. It perfectly tightens, moisturizes, smoothes out wrinkles - what more do you need?!”