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Skincare Over 40: What I'd Do Before Buying Another Serum
As a licensed aesthetician and makeup artist, here's what I'd focus on in a skincare routine over 40: cleansing, hydration, a moisturizer that works for you, and gentle exfoliation when your skin needs it. The products I mention are linked below, along with options at different price points. Start with what's missing from your routine. If you already love your moisturizer, keep it.
Who It's For
Anyone over 40 who keeps buying new serums but still isn't seeing results — and wants to get the basics right first.
Why It Works
Mature skin responds best to a strong foundation: a gentle cleanse, layers of hydration, a moisturizer that suits your skin, and exfoliation only when it's needed. When those basics are in place, every other product works harder.
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Products in This Post — 11 items
The Texture Tonic
Xtremely Quenched Peptide Plumping Instant Glow Moisturizer
The Essence Plumping Skin Softener
FacialRx Daily Peel Pads
Green Tea Ceramide Milk Toner
Heartleaf 70 Daily Lotion
'Spresso Energizing Eye Balm
The Rice Polish Enzyme Powder
Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence
Your Favorite Ex Exfoliating Pads
Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner
Options at Every Price Point
Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence
Glow & Get It Cooling Eye Balm
Phyto Enzyme Peeling Pad
Hydrate Milk Glaze Moisturizer
No.9 NAD Bio Lifting Essence
Mini Base Face Milk
Mini Glazing Milk
Your Favorite Ex Exfoliating Pads Travel 7-Pack
Ultimate Revival Essence
Ginseng Essence Water
Black Rice Toner
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