Best skin care products for over 40s

[Mindfullness]

One of my resolutions is to start taking care of my skin. Please can you give me recommendations for affordable skin care, preferably sets. Much appreciated x

Retinol and sunblock every single day.

I just use any cleanser, foaming or milk but I don’t use moisturiser.

Tretinion and sunscreen are the only things that work.

Peptides so something like the ordinary buffet
A good hyalauronic acid to use on damp skin before moisturiser
Good spf
Obviously retinol is the best but if your skin can’t tolerate it then don’t underestimate the power of good hydration for plumping skin up. Plus there’s always Botox etc if you decide you need more help

retinol (I use a313 from Amazon and after 6 months see real results), hyaloronic acid for hydration and proper stand alone sun block every day. Not a moisturiser with some SPF mixed in.

and a good clean in the evening. I don't think you need anything else.

@Fluffycloudland77 Retinol every day? I thought it was too potent for that?

Not once your used o it. You can apply tret everyday.

Where do people source their retinol if you haven’t seen a dermatologist? I’ve been curious about A313.

What is your skin like and what do you want to achieve with the routine? I mean tret is the gold-standard but it’s not for everyone, and it’s important not to rush into it.

Retinols not prescription.

@Blahblahblahyadayadayada

Where do people source their retinol if you haven’t seen a dermatologist? I’ve been curious about A313.

Dermatica.

As above
Retinol
SPF
Hyaluronic acid
Moisturiser
AHA wash to remove dead skin, or other exfoliator

Cheaper brands just aren't as effective. So I can't recommend any

Yes I should have written tretinoin.
Currently using a skin and me prescription product with clindamycin, Tret and Azelaic acid. It’s working well so far (I switched from dermatica as the niacinamide/clindamycin/adapalene was not getting to work well /fast enough). Would imagine I could just get tret through skin+me once the need for the clindamycin has gone but just wanted to know if there were alternatives that didn’t require a £20/month subscription. Having said that, perhaps this is the reliable/safe way to do it rather than buying something else online and it still costs a fortune.

Interesting, I will look into Tretinion! Thank you :)

I’m just starting with retinol for the first time. If I add hyralonic acid to my routine as well, where does it fit in? So far I have a balm cleanse + moisturise + SPF in the AM and balm cleanse + retinol in the PM...

Sorry for hijack OP!

I was using the retinol i. Aquiline from The ordinary for ages and it’s been out of stock for months. I’ve stopped using it but need a reliable replacement.
Ps dukeofearlgrey - retinol is to be used in your nighttime regime.

The best skincare products for individuals over 40 can vary depending on individual skin concerns, preferences, and skin types.

I'd add a (good, stable) vitamin C product too. Skinceuticals CE Ferulic is the gold standard but there are cheaper options now since their patent expired.

Retinol and Retinal
My
absolute best buy: sesderma reti-age cream that has both

https://www.sesderma.com/gb_en/retiage-face-cream-40001731.html

and Paulas choice retinol:
https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/paula-s-choice-clinical-1-retinol-treatment-30ml/11174243.html?affil=thggpsad&switchcurrency=GBP&shippingcountry=GB&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAmZGrBhAnEiwAo9qHic6vsdCiECfwwZoj5ILqYRxLf3D62PSy7czQtsD9RgwgYnDpeP-gihoCkPEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

What facial spf do people recommend?

Any SPF 50+ is good, I use it along with tret from skinorac and it goes well

Tried many
This one does not smell, super light, looks great under make-up
https://www.lookfantastic.com/vichy-capital-soleil-uv-age-daily-spf-50-invisible-sun-cream-with-niacinamide-40ml/12867789.html?affil=thggpsad&switchcurrency=GBP&shippingcountry=GB&affil=thgppc&kwds=&thg_ppc_campaign=71700000114615792&adtype=pla&product_id=12867789&gclid=CjwKCAiAmZGrBhAnEiwAo9qHiYKQkyAP6EnpTbfb-AxdVfIcbVuAdAOfDFqYbJMLD80LEOomhxxNFhoCRVQQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds