Skincare is a priority for most women in their twenties, but as we age, our skin changes and requires different care to stay healthy and radiant. After turning thirty, you may have noticed fine lines, sun damage, and uneven skin tone.

Don’t worry; it is not too late to start taking better care of your skin. Here are thirty tips for skincare after thirty.

1. Wear Sunscreen Every Day

Sunscreen is the most crucial step in your skincare routine. It protects your skin from sun damage, which causes premature aging, wrinkles, and skin cancer.

Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30, and apply it all year round, even on cloudy days.

2. Use A Vitamin C Serum

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that protects your skin from free radicals that cause aging. It also brightens your complexion and improves your skin’s texture. Apply a vitamin C serum in the morning before your sunscreen.

3. Exfoliate Once A Week

Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and unclogs pores, leaving your skin smooth and bright. Use a gentle exfoliator once a week, and avoid harsh scrubs that can damage your skin.

4. Invest In A Good Moisturizer

Your skin loses moisture as you age, and a good moisturizer helps to keep it hydrated and soft. Choose a moisturizer with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin that lock in moisture.

5. Get Enough Sleep

Sleep is essential for your skin’s health, and lack of sleep can cause dark circles, puffiness, and dullness. Aim for seven to eight hours of sleep every night to give your skin time to repair and rejuvenate.

6. Drink Plenty Of Water

Drinking water keeps your skin hydrated and plump, and flushes out toxins that can cause acne and breakouts. Aim for at least eight glasses of water a day.

7. Eat A Healthy Diet

Your diet affects your skin’s health, and a healthy diet can improve your complexion and reduce inflammation. Eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.

8. Try Retinol

Retinol is a form of Vitamin A that boosts collagen production and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Start with a low concentration product and gradually increase it to avoid irritation.

9. Take Care Of Your Neck And Hands

Your neck and hands are often neglected, but they can reveal your true age. Apply sunscreen and moisturizer to your neck and hands daily, and use an anti-aging treatment like retinol or glycolic acid.

10. Don’t Forget Your Eye Area

The skin around your eyes is delicate and prone to fine lines and wrinkles. Use a gentle eye cream to nourish your eye area and reduce puffiness and dark circles.

11. Protect Your Skin From Pollution

Pollution can cause oxidative stress and damage your skin’s health. Use skincare products with antioxidants like Vitamin C and E, and consider wearing a mask on polluted days.

12. Cut Out Bad Habits

Smoking, drinking, and eating unhealthy foods can damage your skin’s health and cause premature aging. Cut out bad habits and choose a healthier lifestyle.

13. Take A Break From Makeup

Wearing makeup every day can clog pores and cause breakouts. Give your skin a break by going makeup-free once a week.

14. Cleanse Twice A Day

Cleansing removes dirt, oil, and makeup from your skin and prevents clogged pores. Cleanse your skin twice a day, and use a gentle cleanser that doesn’t strip your skin’s natural oils.

15. Get A Facial

A facial can improve your skin’s health and give you a healthy glow. Visit a professional esthetician every few months, or give yourself an at-home facial.

16. Use A Facial Mist

A facial mist can hydrate your skin and refresh your makeup. Use a mist with ingredients like aloe vera and rose water to soothe and nourish your skin.

17. Use A Humidifier

A humidifier adds moisture to the air and prevents dryness and flakiness. Use a humidifier in your bedroom at night to improve your skin’s hydration.

18. Don’t Pick At Your Skin

Picking at your skin can cause scarring and inflammation. Leave blemishes alone, or apply an acne patch to speed up the healing process.

19. Exercise Regularly

Exercise improves your circulation and reduces stress, which can improve your skin’s health. Aim for thirty minutes of exercise every day.

20. Wear Sunglasses

Squinting can cause fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes and reduce the risk of sun damage.

21. Take Care Of Your Lips

Your lips are prone to dryness and flakiness. Apply a lip balm with SPF every day, and exfoliate your lips once a week with a gentle scrub.

22. Use A Face Oil

A face oil can nourish your skin and improve its elasticity. Use a face oil at night after your serum and before your moisturizer.

23. Don’t Use Hot Water

Hot water can strip your skin’s natural oils and cause dryness and sensitivity. Use lukewarm water to cleanse your skin, and avoid long, hot showers.

24. Use A Body Scrub

Your body needs exfoliation too. Use a gentle body scrub once a week to remove dead skin cells and improve your skin’s texture.

25. Use A Body Lotion

Your body needs hydration too. Use a body lotion with ingredients like shea butter and ceramides to lock in moisture and improve your skin’s elasticity.

26. Pamper Your Feet

Your feet need care too. Use a foot scrub to remove dead skin cells and apply a foot cream to keep your feet soft and smooth.

27. Use A Hair Mask

Your hair needs care too. Use a hair mask once a week to nourish your hair and prevent dryness and breakage.

28. Relax And De-Stress

Stress can cause inflammation and damage your skin’s health. Take time to relax and de-stress every day, whether it’s through meditation, yoga, or a relaxing bath.

29. Choose The Right Products

Choose skincare products that suit your skin type and concerns. Avoid products with harsh ingredients that can damage your skin, and stick to products that have been dermatologically tested.