Many women begin to notice changes in their skin as they enter their 30s. In particular, skin turnover is slower than in your 20s, and it is common for you to experience more problems such as age spots, wrinkles, and dryness. Therefore, adopting a solid skin care routine in your 30s is important to maintain healthy and beautiful skin. In this article, we will introduce recommended skin care habits for women in their 30s and explain in detail how to keep your skin healthy with daily care.

1. Cleansing: Thoroughly remove makeup and dirt

Cleansing is the basis of daily skin care. Especially in your 30s, proper cleansing becomes important as skin damage from makeup and external factors increases. Makeup residue, sebum, and sweat can clog your pores and cause acne and blackheads, so be sure to cleanse your face in the morning and at night.

Cleansing points

• Cleanse by gently massaging
• Avoid cleansing products that are too strong and choose cleansers that contain moisturizing ingredients.
• Reduce the burden on your skin by using a type that does not require double cleansing

2. Face wash: Gently and carefully remove dirt

After removing your makeup with cleansing, wash your face to remove dirt and dead skin cells. Skin in your 30s tends to become dry easily, so choose a facial cleanser with moisturizing effects or one that contains skin-friendly ingredients.

Points for face washing

• Create a firm lather with a lathering net and wash with the lather without rubbing your skin.
• Moisturize immediately after washing your face
• Wash your face at an appropriate temperature (use lukewarm water, not too hot)

3. Lotion: Make sure to stay hydrated

After washing your face, your skin is prone to dryness. Toner is essential to quickly replenish the moisture your skin needs. Use a lotion that contains moisturizing ingredients to deliver moisture deep into your skin.

How to choose lotion

• Choose products that contain moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and ceramides.
• Alcohol-free and fragrance-free products are gentle on the skin

How to apply lotion

• Take it in your clean palm and apply by gently wrapping it in your hand.
• Cotton packs are also recommended (focus on areas that are concerned about dryness)

4. Serum: Add necessary nutrients to your skin

Serum is an important step to replenish the ingredients your skin lacks. For those in their 30s, choosing a beauty serum that contains ingredients that specialize in anti-aging care will help prevent age spots, wrinkles, and sagging skin. It is effective to incorporate ingredients that support skin regeneration, such as vitamin C, retinol, and peptides.

How to choose a beauty serum

• Vitamin C: Effective for improving stains and dullness
• Retinol: Prevents wrinkles and maintains skin firmness
• Peptide: Promotes collagen production and supports skin elasticity

5. Emulsion/Cream: Locks in moisture

Emulsions and creams are necessary to lock in moisture and beauty ingredients given to the skin. If you are concerned about dryness, use a cream that replenishes oil, and if you have oily skin, choose a light emulsion. For those in their 30s, it is important to choose products that not only moisturize, but also contain ingredients to maintain firmness and elasticity.

How to choose emulsion/cream

• Highly moisturizing products containing ceramide and squalane
• A cream containing anti-aging ingredients to maintain firmness

6. Sunscreen: Don’t forget to protect yourself from UV rays

Most skin problems for women in their 30s are caused by UV rays. Sunburn not only causes age spots and wrinkles, but also accelerates skin aging. Make sure to get into the habit of applying sunscreen at the end of your daily skin care routine. Since you can be exposed to UV rays even indoors, it is important to remember to wear sunscreen even on days when you are not going out.

How to choose sunscreen

• Choose one with SPF30 or higher and PA+++ or higher.
• Convenient sunscreen that can also be used as a makeup base
• Non-chemical type is recommended for those with sensitive skin

7. Special care: Reset your skin with special care once a week

In addition to daily skin care, you can maintain even more beautiful skin by incorporating special care once a week. Choose sheet masks, exfoliation, peeling, etc. depending on your skin condition. Especially in your 30s, skin turnover slows down, so regular exfoliation is necessary.

Examples of special care items

• Sheet mask: rich in moisturizing ingredients
• Peeling: Gently removes dead skin cells and supports skin regeneration
• Beauty oil: Use if you are concerned about dryness

8. Reviewing your lifestyle habits is also the key to beautiful skin

In addition to skin care, lifestyle habits are also important factors in maintaining beautiful skin. In particular, lack of sleep, poor eating habits, and stress have a major impact on the skin, so improving these issues will increase the effectiveness of your skin care.

Lifestyle habits for beautiful skin

• Balanced diet: Consume foods rich in vitamins C, E, and collagen.
• Good sleep: Get a good rest during your skin’s golden time (10pm to 2am)
• Stress relief: Take time to relax and refresh your mind and body

Summary

In order to maintain beautiful skin, it is essential to improve your lifestyle along with daily skin care. As you reach your 30s, the condition of your skin changes easily, so it is important to find and continue the care that suits you. Learn proper skin care habits as early as possible to maintain beautiful skin.

References

• Research on skin aging caused by ultraviolet rays
  Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
  https://www.jidonline.org/article/S0022-202X(15)31100-1/fulltext
• Research on the antioxidant effect of vitamin C
  Dermatology Research and Practice.
  https://www.hindawi.com/journals/drp/2012/630380/
• Effect of peptides that promote collagen production
  Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
  https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jocd.12087