Just like the previous two decades, your skin has completely different needs when you hit your 40s. Happily, you’ll already be familiar with some of the changes that took place in your 20s and 30s, so you’ll be better placed to improve the health of your skin.

There are two key concerns at this stage of life: cell turnover and hydration.

“Cell turnover will have halved since your 20s, and as perimenopause (the transition towards menopause) kicks in and oestrogen levels begin to decline, skin may become thinner, drier, and lose its elasticity,” explain Êtres Vous experts.

“You may also notice more broken or thread veins. Eyelid skin thins, resulting in drooping skin in this area and upper lip lines may also form.”

“When you enter your 40s your lymphatic system which is responsible for draining the toxins from your skin slows down. This can lead to puffiness, often in the eye and cheek areas,” adds Dr Veraitch.

To promote cell renewal, daily exfoliation will become your best friend. It’s worth investing in both an exfoliating cleanser and a cream cleanser to meet your skin’s needs for both cell renewal and hydration. Introducing peptides will also stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, while a chemical exfoliator or peel formulated with AHAs, such as lactic acid, will restore your glow.

If you want to help look after your skin without slathering it in endless potions, try adding Imedeen Time Perfection supplements to your daily routine.

The tablets are created to care for your skin in your 40s and contain a blend of tomato extract, grape seed extract and the antioxidants zinc and vitamin C.

Zinc and vitamin C each helps protect cells from oxidative stress while vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.

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