Skin Longevity and the Products That Will Help Future-Proof Your Skin
Sadaf Razi is Adore Beauty's Senior Beauty Editor.
She's a former fashion editor (who worked at various glossy mags) and stylist-turned digital beauty and lifestyle writer. She has been in the lifestyle/media industry for over 10 years and her work has also been featured on international covers like Elle France and Vanity Fair Mexico.
Some of her fave Adore Beauty products include Cicaplast B5, CeraVe Cleansing Oil and Lancôme Renergie Triple Serum.
One of the best beauty rebrands, in my humble opinion, is the shift away from “anti-ageing” language.
We like to say “age management” or, as the beauty industry has elegantly reframed it, “skin longevity".
You’ve likely heard this new beauty buzzphrase making the rounds, but in truth, it’s nothing new. Like we said, more like a rebrand.
What is Skin Longevity?
Skin Longevity is moving away from the often-criticised “anti-ageing” narrative and instead, centres on ageing "well" or helping to slow down accelerated signs of ageing by supporting skin over time with products that work to help with elasticity and preservation of skin.
Think prioritising elasticity, resilience and overall skin health rather than trying to erase the inevitable.
From high-performance formulas to intelligent actives and a focus on preserving the skin at every stage.
In this article, dermatologist, Dr Anjali Mahto explains it this way:
“Longevity in skincare refers to promoting the long-term health, resilience and functionality of the skin as we age,”
“Unlike traditional approaches that focus on reversing visible signs of ageing such as wrinkles or pigmentation, longevity aims to maintain the skin’s integrity, improve its ability to repair itself and slow down the intrinsic and extrinsic factors that lead to premature ageing.
“Longevity isn’t about clinging to youth or trying to stop the clock. It’s about giving your skin the right support so it can stay healthy and work at its best for as long as possible,”
Long story short, “skin longevity is about preservation rather than correction”
But how to we get there and where do we start?
Below, our team have curated an edit of skincare to help get you started and help future-proof your skin.
Skinstitut EXPERT Revitalise Hyaluronic Jelly Mask, $79
When it comes to mature skin, hydration is everything. As we age, dryness and dehydration can make fine lines and wrinkles appear more pronounced, which is why incorporating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and deeply nourishing formulas is key. A supportive, hydrating mask used weekly? Even better.
Enter Skinstitut’s new Skinstitut EXPERT Revitalise Hyaluronic Jelly Mask which is designed to help plump, smooth and revive tired skin.
It delivers an instant hit of hydration while helping to restore radiance and support elasticity. It also doubles as an overnight mask allowing mature skin to fully absorb the benefits so you wake up to a complexion that feels firmer and looks more refreshed.
The key ingredients powering this under $100 face mask:
- Hydra-Peptide Complex - boosts firmness and volume
- Hyaluronic acid - deeply hydrates and plumps
- Kakadu plum - rich in vitamin C and antioxidants
Murad Lipid-Enriched Double Cleansing Balm, $65
We cannot stress enough, the importance of a cleansing balm or a cleansing oil as a first step of your PM skincare routine.
It’s something I’m always telling my aunties who always sleep with their lippe and blush on, I tell them, “if you don’t cleanse all your make-up off before you go to sleep, you are accelerating your signs of ageing.”
Clean skin is essential for absorption of follow up serums and moisturisers to be able to really do their job properly to give you the best results.
Murad (an under-the-radar, high-performance cosmeceutical brand ) has crafted a lipid-enriched double cleansing balm which turns into an oil texture that melts away makeup, SPF and daily buildup while restoring the skin moisture barrier.
Skin is left feeling soft, supple and ready for the next step.
Alpha-H Multi-Peptide Revitalise Serum, $99.95
The power of peptides when it comes to long-term skin health is undeniable.
If you’re looking to understand exactly how they work as well as the benefits of peptides and peptide skincare, Beauty IQ writer and resident dermal clinician Yadica Cauchi breaks it all down here.
The new Alpha-H peptide serum helps to visibly smooth plump and firm skin for long-term age defying results.
The Alpha-H peptide serum is powered by Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, an ingredient that is said to have been proven to prevent the formation of wrinkles that are caused by frowning and smiling. It also helps soften the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles.
Aesthetics Rx BIOFEMAGE® Cream, $185
I’ll start this one with our Adore Beauty customer review:
Love this product. It was recommended to me from The Cosmetic Clinic and it has done wonders for my perimenopause skin. I could see the results after a few weeks of use. Paired with the serum - they make a perfect duo.
This moisturiser for mature skin helps to support firmness and elasticity works to refine overall texture.
It delivers intense hydration for a plump, supple complexion while strengthening the skin barrier to support long-term skin health.
With the combination of ceramides & hyaluronic acids, this rich, luxurious cream works double duty to ensure healthy and hydrated skin.
SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Defense SPF50+, $71
Probably the most important skincare product in your routine, but even more so when it comes to skin preservation, is sunscreen.
At this stage we shouldn't have to tell you about the importance of wearing SPF all year round. You can read more about that here and here.
Because while serums and treatments do the heavy lifting, it’s consistent, year-round SPF that truly protects the results.
The SkinCeuticals SPF is a cosmeceutical sunscreen that’s lightweight while still protecting against UVA/UVB rays.
The UV filters in the powerful SkinCeuticals sunscreen work to prevent photodamage - a skin alteration caused as a result of prolonged exposure to sun. It can be used by all skin types plus it also provides 24 hour hydration.
*Please note wearing sunscreen is only one form of sun protection. You must always wear protective clothing and seek shade.
Therabody Theraface LED Mask
A skinvestment? Yes. If used consistently, will you see results? Also yes.
Again, we’ll let this AB customer review do the talking:
I started using this product in June as I was looking for ways to reduce fine lines and eczema breakouts. Within 4 weeks I'd noticed bouncier glowier skin and reduced dryness. 6 months of using this almost daily I have yet to have a single eczema flare and have had no breakouts. Highly recommend if you can justify the spend.- JM
The Therabody LED mask is an innovative, TGA-registered LED face mask with 648 lights, 3 LED light therapy settings and a tension-relieving vibrating massage treatment.
The best part? It will only take 9 minutes out of your day, and it's easy to use (and easy to clean). Its cordless and ergonomic design also means you can have it on while you’re washing the dishes or watching your evening show.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3, $99
After SPF, we’d argue that retinol is the next most imperative product for prioritising skin longevity. Vitamin A is one of the most powerful ingredients for skin regeneration.
And one of the most trusted and popular retinals (a gentle and more effective form of retinol) is from brand MediK8 (truly, anything they make is done in excellence).
If your skin is tolerant, but if you want to start gently, we suggest the best-selling Retinal 3. It’s perfect for new vitamin A users, helping to visibly smooth lines, brighten dark spots and improve skin firmness.
The gentle release system (what retinal is known for) means there’s less likelihood of irritations, too.
Key Ingredients of Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3:
- Retinaldehyde - targeted age-defying vitamin A
- Hyaluronic acid - boosts hydration
- Vitamin E - stabilises retinal and protects skin
- Glycerin - locks in moisture
Heres just a few of our of our over one HUNDRED five-star customer reviews:
Using this retinal has saved me a couple hundred dollars in needling sessions to shrink my pores because those bad boys are officially little and cute. I used to be obsessed with squeezing my skin and now I can't get much at all out of it. Will be buying again. Highly recommend for anyone with enlarged pores.- Charlotte
A gentle yet effective retinol. My skin looks smoother, and fine lines are less noticeable. - Tia
Results within weeks of using. Faded my melasma and sun spots and has already started reducing my forehead wrinkles. My skin generally is significantly brighter and more even. It has even faded old acne scars within weeks and I no longer cover them with make-up.
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