Readers of this blog will know that Skin Actives is all about bringing the latest anti-aging and moisturizing practices to our customers. But not all anti-aging practices come down to formulation chemistry and product choices. Some of the best methods of keeping your skin youthful and healthy are surprisingly simple—you just have to know about them. We asked around and collected seven fantastic anti-aging tips that anyone can implement today. Let’s take a look at these tricks of the trade!

Tip #1: Think Beyond the Face! 

So we’ve found a cream, serum or spray that is working wonders on your face, whether by fading fine lines and wrinkles or delivering a healthy, supple texture. That’s great news—but why stop there? The fact is, the same products that work on your face are likely to work elsewhere on your body. Don’t succumb to product tunnel vision—your whole body deserves the same plush treatment as your face!

Tip #2: Spot Treat with Quality Actives! 

Aging affects the whole body, so our anti-aging practices should do the same. Check your elbows and lower legs for signs of dryness or roughness. We wouldn’t tolerate that on our face, so why should we allow it elsewhere? Try applying a spot treatment of Collagen Serum with ROS* BioNet and Apocynin. The same goes for areas affected by stretch marks—we’ve seen surprisingly good results!

Tip #3: Stay Fresh with Nourishing Lipids! 

Many of us lotion up daily to keep our skin from drying out. But there are more ways to deliver moisture, especially to areas of persistently dry skin. Consider applying a few drops of a nourishing oil like Every Lipid Serum, Rosehip Oil or Squalane after a shower (incidentally, this is the best time to use moisturizing products). Then, lock in the oil with Hand and Body Lotion to keep the moisture penetrating all day long. 

Tip #4: Give Your Moisturizers a Peptide Boost! 

If you’ve already settled on a moisturizer that works for you in terms of skin acceptance, texture and longevity, there’s no need to change it. But you don’t have to accept the limitations of that specific moisturizer, either. Take a look at our collection of high-tech peptide additives. By mixing a small, affordable vial of a peptide of choice into your favorite moisturizer, you can upgrade your moisturizer in meaningful ways. For instance, Epidermal Growth Factor powerfully stimulates cellular renewal. If your current moisturizer doesn’t do that, add a vial EGF—now it does! 

Tip #5: Remove Your Makeup the Healthy Way! 

After a long day wearing makeup, it can feel like a relief to remove it in the evening. The only problem: sometimes we get carried away and remove more than we intended, stripping the skin of natural components and damaging its protective barrier. Think twice before reaching for makeup wipes. Although makeup wipes may seem convenient, many have an alarmingly rough texture and contain harsh chemicals that can disrupt and deplete the skin. As an alternative, try removing your makeup with Cleansing Oil. These botanical oils and antioxidants nourish the skin without sacrificing any of the makeup-removing power (as we demonstrated on TikTok).

Tiktok Link: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRmK3VUh/

Tip #6: Soften Up Those Heels! 

As we mentioned earlier, signs of aging can pop up in unexpected places. When dry air and an active lifestyle has left your heels dry, use Glycolic Alpha-Beta Exfoliant to break down the rough skin that has developed. When you’re done exfoliating, soften and enrich the underlying tissue with Every Lipid Serum. This combination eliminates unwanted build up and promotes the growth of healthy, softer heels. 

Tip #7: Block Signs of Aging Before They Start!

Aside from reacting to signs of aging after they occur, take proactive steps to delay their onset in the first place. If you’re a younger skin care user, don’t set aside Collagen Serum because you haven’t observed fine lines and wrinkles on your own skin. In fact, this may be the best time to use Collagen Serum! By keeping your skin nourished on a proactive basis, you will lessen the cumulative stress that ultimately gives rise to signs of aging, keeping your skin looking youthful for the long haul. 

Tip #8: Embrace an Anti-Aging Lifestyle! 

Preventative body care can be practiced all day long. While the recommendations that follow may be conventional wisdom, they bear repeating as they can make an enormous difference over time. Make sure to stay hydrated throughout the day by drinking plenty of fluids—your skin is just another organ that needs a rich supply of water. By the same token, abstain from smoking, which exposes your skin to all kinds of toxins. And remember to apply sunscreen not just once in the morning, but every few hours and after a swim. Not only will observing these practices improve your skin, they will pay off in your overall health. 

All in all, it’s important to remember that aging is a comprehensive experience that calls for a comprehensive response. Most of us focus on the signs of aging that happen on our faces, but we shouldn’t neglect other areas of the body that may dry out or lose elasticity over time. Fortunately, many of the same products that help us moisturize and revitalize our faces are just as effective elsewhere. 

Try expanding the scope of your routines from skin care to body care with the tips and tricks outlined above. Adopting just a few of these practices can go a long way towards delaying or even reversing signs of aging, resulting in a youthful presentation that stands the test of time.