The biggest complaint about aging skin is the appearance of fine lines which can develop into deep furrows and crepe paper-like skin. There are all kinds of claims floating around out there so the best course of action is to choose a treatment that is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. In addition to treating your face, make sure you follow up with the eyes, neck and décolleté. These are all areas that can give away your age.

Over time, most people experience age spots, darkened patches of the skin caused primarily by years of sun exposure. Spot treating with bleaching agents has proven to be effective. However, gentler alternatives have made the lightening process safe and suitable for long term use even on sensitive skin. To avoid new spots from forming and existing spots from darkening, use daily sun protection and keep your skin out of the sun whenever possible.

As the skin ages, it produces less and less oil. As a result, mature skin often suffers from dryness, especially during the winter months when colder air can contribute to chapped conditions. Daily hydration is vital in keeping the skin healthy and resilient against all kinds of ailments. Many moisturizers even contain anti-aging benefits.

If you think you’ve lost that “healthy glow” over the years, you’re certainly not alone. Women with maturing skin often notice a lack of vitality and radiance. The skin’s surface can appear less even and duller with age. At home peel products work wonders at sloughing off dull, rough skin to reveal a softer and smoother complexion.

Large pores are often associated with oily skin. However, pores tend to stretch with age and become more noticeable in aging skin, even if it’s dry. Pore minimizing products can greatly improve the appearance of enlarged pores. For a quick fix, foundation primers can be very effective at filling in pores and making the skin appear smoother and more uniform. This makes for an excellent canvas for makeup application.

If you think it’s too late to worry about sun protection, think again. Using a daily broad spectrum sunscreen will help prevent wrinkles from getting deeper and age spots from darkening. If being diligent about using sunscreen is too hard, make daily sun protection a no-brainer by choosing a moisturizer or foundation with SPF. Mineral powder sunscreens make it easy to touch up during the day without disturbing makeup.