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Complete newbie to skincare regimes, please help, where do I start?

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waterandlemonjuice · 16/05/2021 20:13

All I’ve ever done to my skin is use Simple cleansing wipes and Astral moisturiser and I’ve decided it’s not enough now, I’m in my 50s.

My skin is prone to redness so a bit sensitive but not bad on the whole.

Where do I start? I have a healthy budget but NO IDEA what to buy!

Thank you

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jenesaisqu0i · 16/05/2021 20:24

If you're using wipes to remove makeup I'd start by replacing them with an oil cleanser or a cleansing balm. It's much more gentle on your skin (and the environment). Follow up with a gentle cleanser, such as Cerave. Hopefully someone will be along soon that will recommend a moisturiser - sorry, I'm not as clued up on anti-aging moisturisers as I would like to be! I'm thinking one with hyaluronic acid in it though Smile

waterandlemonjuice · 16/05/2021 20:35

@jenesaisqu0i thank you, yes I had a feeling wipes weren’t recommended really!

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doadeer · 16/05/2021 22:38

For a cleansing Balm - elemis are always fab or the m&s rose balm is lovely. Then I use the Ren gel Cleanser.

Vitamin c serum in the morning will make you glow more.

An exfoliating toner like ren tonic or Paula's Choice BHA is good for uneven skin tone.

I personally don't spend a lot on a moisturiser as I like to use facial oils so the moisturiser is just to seal in as the last step.

Always Spf - la Roche posay do a good facial one.

If you want proper anti aging you'll need to start using Retinol. Medik8 do good starter ones (100% wear Spf)

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