From PDRN and exosomes to growth factors and ectoin, there’s a rapidly expanding array of anti-aging skin-care ingredients that are, to quote Wendy Williams, “the moment.” (Well, until it’s time for the next buzzy ingredient to have its moment.) While the innovation is exciting for clinicians and consumers alike, it can be overwhelming to keep up with the latest best practices for an anti-aging skin-care routine—even for someone like me, who writes about skincare every day. Vogue’s Favorite Anti-Aging Skin-Care Products: The Cleanser: Guerlain Orchidée Impériale The Oil in Gel, $130 The Multi-Purpose Serum: L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Triple Power Face Serum, $22 The Hydrating Essence: Prequel Half & Half Peptides + Ceramides Fluid Moisturizer, $26 The Retinol: Medik8 Crystal Retinal Serum, $56 The Hydrating Eye Cream: Blue Lagoon Skin Science BL+ Eye Cream, $165 The Firming Moisturizer: SkinCeuticals P-TIOX Cream, $150 The Tinted Sunscreen: Carte Blanche Multi-Hyphenate Skin Tint Mineral SPF 35, $68 During a recent visit to The Spa at The Belgrove Resort & Spa in West Palm Beach, Florida, esthetician Patricia Conrad helped me to stop spiraling about whether to add peptides to my morning routine, PDRN to my nighttime routine, or exosomes, well, anytime. Conrad assured me that an anti-aging skin-care routine needn’t be complicated so much as sustainable—for one’s schedule and one’s skin.
To start, a good cleanser is key. The, a toner or essence can keep the skin luminous and smooth, and allow active ingredients to work harder. And speaking of actives, it’s better to know what your skin needs—and to find the right product to provide it—than to hop on the latest ingredient trend.
But you don’t have to do the legwork alone. To help you design a regimen that addresses the needs of aging skin with products that deliver proven results, we tapped the pros. Ahead, see what dermatologists, estheticians, and other skin experts recommend for keeping skin smooth, supple, and strong at any age; plus, which classic and cutting-edge ingredients they actually recommend.
Start With a Gentle Cleanse A good cleanse helps other products be more effective—and can also be cost-effective. Peterson Pierre, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Golden State Dermatology in Thousand Oaks, California. A cleanser may have wonderful anti-aging ingredients, but they won’t be on your skin long enough to do any good.” Of course, active ingredients will come into play later on, particularly with serums.
But for this initial step, Dr. Pierre tells mature patients to find a formula that’s gentle, non-irritating, and—if needed—able to remove makeup. Peter Bittar, MD, a double-board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon at Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute, emphasizes the importance of fragrance-free cleansers.
Finish Skin Prep With a Toner or Essence After cleansing, a toning step can remove any leftover impurities from the pores and balance the skin’s pH level, while essences—which have a slightly thicker texture—tend to be more hydrating. Use a Serum to Target Specific Signs of Aging With the skin thoroughly prepped, it’s time to get active. According to Audrey Zmigrodski, licensed esthetician and director of Spa and Warm Springs Pools at The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa in Hot Springs, Virginia, the best serums for mature skin contain ingredients that target concerns such as wrinkles, elasticity, and uneven tone.
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