Skincare is never one size fits all. Our skin is constantly changing for a myriad of reasons; whether it's seasonal changes, diet changes, altitude changes, hormone changes. But in what ways do our skincare needs change as we age?
For example, maybe your oily skin was prone to pesky breakouts in your 20s (hello, hormones) but in your 30s, you find that your skin is suddenly all dried out and flaky.
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In general for males and females, as we age, our hormones fluctuate in a way that effects our skin. When you think of aging skin the first thing that comes to mind might be loss of elasticity or collagen, and while that's true, there's actually so much more than that. For females especially, the intricacies of our hormones change drastically in each decade of our lives.
Here is an easy guide on skincare in your 30s to help you prioritize what your skin might need during this busy chapter of your life.
Skincare in Your 30s
Maintaining skin health is key when you are in your 30s. Some subtle tweaks and extra care in this decade can cause noticeable changes to your skin’s texture, elasticity, and overall appearance.
Priorities: Early Repair + Strengthening
- What’s Happening: Collagen production starts to slow, cell renewal isn’t as fast, and the first noticeable fine lines appear. Hormonal changes can cause dryness or adult acne.
Concerns: Fine lines (especially around eyes/forehead), dullness, early pigmentation, uneven texture, slower healing from breakouts
Needs
Targeted serums (peptides, hyaluronic acid) for hydration and firmness as dryness progresses
More consistent exfoliation to keep skin bright
Early retinoids or retinol alternatives to boost renewal
Quench with Hyaluronic Acid
Naturally present in your skin, hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture, combating daily water loss for a hydrated and plump complexion. Natural hyaluronic acid serum can help improve skin firmness and tightness for a more youthful appearance. Our 2% Hyalurnoic Acid concentration draws up to 1000x its weight in water to deeply hydrate, visibly plump, and help safeguard collagen for firmer, bouncier skin.
Exfoliate with Black Cherry
An enzyme peel is the exfoliating hack that you need in your 30s... and always. But during your 30s especially; When life is too busy for a spa visit and you're skin needs some serious TLC, enzyme peels can leave you with facial-fresh skin in minutes, from home, and at a fraction of the cost.
This “mini facial in a jar” blends antioxidant-rich Black Cherry to calm inflammation, Pineapple + Papaya enzymes to gently exfoliate, and Pea Peptides with 22 amino acids to build collagen for plump skin. Appropriate for all skin types + pregnancy-safe.
Renew with a Retinol Alternative
You may have heard of the benefits that retinol can have on your skin; and you may have also heard of the nightmares that retinol can cause on your skin. Retinol is such a powerful tool for it's ability to turnover cells, reduce fine lines, and clear imperfections. Savor Beauty's Blue Tansy 2% Bakuchiol Serum is an advanced natural retinol alternative designed to promote cellular renewal for visibly refined texture without the irritation of synthetic retinol. What sets it apart is its ultra-soothing essence of Blue Tansy and potent yet gentle 2% Bakuchiol concentration (most brands use 0.5-1%), which amplifies results without compromising the skin barrier. Choose whichever formula best fits your needs; HEAL if you're sensitive or dealing with hormonal breakouts + REGENERATE if you're looking to fade dark spots and reduce fine lines.
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Written by the Savor Beauty team of skincare experts, with love in NYC.
