I am 40 and don't do skincare but I think it is time. Any tips/recommendations?

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I don't have an unlimited budget but I do have some birthday money.
I don't want to get anything really expensive though as it may not be affordable long term

Literally have no idea. Completely clueless.

Where do I start?

The ordinary has an affordable range of serums. I use hylaronic acid, ( for supple glowy skin) retinal ( for youthfulness) and niacimide (for blemishes) .

you can do a face mask once a week too!

cleanser and toner!

face cream ( i use Olay beauty fluid )

and spf spray!

What’s your skin like? Oily, dry, combination?

Personally I do:

Warm face flannel in the morning
Balm cleanser taken off with a warm flannel at night (I like Holy Hydration by ELF)
Serum - I spend most of my budget on serum and use a vitamin C serum in the morning, an Estée Lauder one at night
Moisturiser - a lotion with SPF in the morning, a thicker cream at night

The exact products will depend on your skin type but cleanse, serum, moisturise in the mornings and evenings is a good starting point.

I would keep it simple. The first decision is how much you actually want to be spending as it can get costly.

I would stick to a gentle face wash, a toner, serum and some face cream. Definitely add spf in the day and a more moisturizing night cream. You could try something like boots number 7.

Alternatively just add in a cream if you are already cleansing.depends how far you want to go. Sometimes it’s just a case of trying a few out and seeing how they suit your skin.

I love the No7 range 🙂 I also use full fat suncream underneath make up and moisturiser all year long

Nivea is also good in budget.

Which serum do you use please? Theres a few vitamin c ones on the website.

Gem & Tonic

bizkittt I’ve checked and it’s actually the triple hyaluronic acid serum and super dose vitamin C moisturiser 😊

Did you use it? How is it?

Hi yes I use this as my routine and my skin looks great, I’m nearly 60 so not expecting miracles but I am pleased with the results

Thanks for sharing