Ageing is a privilege, a natural part of life, and we all know ageing skin can look just as beautiful as young skin. Skin longevity is all about making sure your skin is healthy for a very long time and radiant at any age - we can help with that! Good barrier strength, uber hydration and killer rejuvenation and repair potential are key to skin longevity. Remember, your skin is never going to be younger than it is today so honour it with a committed caring skincare routine, and it will respond with radiance.
What Does ‘Ageing Well’ Mean for Skin Health?
You might have heard of pro-ageing which describes the natural evolution of skin that remains strong, resilient, and functional as it ages. It’s less about anti-ageing and fighting the ageing process and more about collaborating with our natural skin needs. Focusing on a great routine that prioritises barrier strength, hydration, and repair will keep skin functioning healthily at every stage. Prevention has a big part to play and that can start today with daily SPF, antioxidants, and hydration. The opposite of ageing well? Premature skin ageing - when skin looks older than its years - showing early lines and wrinkles, discoloration and redness usually due to compromised skin health.
What Are the Biggest Causes of Accelerated Skin Ageing?
Like a skinless apple left out in the sun, 90% of skin ageing is caused by UV exposure! While we can’t hide away from the rays, we can protect our skin with daily broad spectrum sunscreens. Did you know our triple defence formulas also protect against the damaging effects of blue light, infrared and damaging pollution? (Adds to bag). Other causes of prematurely ageing skin include lifestyle factors like diet, water intake, exercise, exposure to toxins including pollution and more. There’s also genetics, but if you adjust your lifestyle and skin routine there’s a lot to suggest you can still make a big difference to your skin.
What Are the Most Effective Pro-Ageing Skincare Ingredients?
- Sunscreen ingredients Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide: Your essential daily broad-spectrum protection against UV-induced premature ageing.
- Vitamin C – the gold standard is our L-Ascorbic Acid: Brightens, protects, and supports skin architecture.
- Retinol & Peptides: Proven to accelerate cell turnover and firm skin.
- Niacinamide & Ceramides: Strengthen the skin barrier and reduce sensitivity.
What Skincare Habits Make the Biggest Impact on Ageing Well?
- We’ll say it again and again, daily sunscreen no matter the weather will help to preserve your skin as it looks today (think of the apple!).
- An unfailing commitment to hydration both inside and out keeps skin plumper and smoother, so drink plenty of water and nourish your skin with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
- Smart exfoliation is key, while you want a smooth and glowing surface, there’s a balance to be struck between resurfacing and barrier protection.
- Sleep and stress management – yep, lifestyle is key and, unfortunately, cortisol increases inflammation which can lead to premature ageing.
- Be consistent with your daily skincare routine and don’t overload skin with active ingredients as this can disrupt the skin barrier.
Which AlumierMD Products Support Ageing Well & Skin Longevity?
The answer is all of them! But the routine that’s tailor-made for your skin will be created with help from your incredibly knowledgeable skin pro. It will likely include:
Sheer Hydration Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Say hi to a lightweight, antioxidant-rich, comfortable sunscreen, you’ll look forward to applying it every day (how motivating).
A beloved favourite of the team here, this serum employs stabilised Vitamin C to protect skin and boost radiance.
Effective and well tolerated, our advanced encapsulated retinol is slowly released alongside a slew of barrier-boosting ingredients.
Multi-talented, this hydrating, peptide-infused formula supports long-term skin resilience.
Like a drink of water in the desert, this is the ultimate replenishing, rich moisturising cream.
