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Skin - Age & your skin
Your skin in your forties
Last updated: Thursday, November 15, 2007
The big four-oh can be an emotional milestone, but it’s also an important time for your skin. You’ll notice that your skin tone is a little duller and your pores look bigger.

This is also the decade that you can expect to see the signs of sun damage: freckles, age blotches, age spots and discoloration. You may need to see a dermatologist for advice on how to mask these marks.

 
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You also need to harness the rejuvenating power of products that contain essential ingredients such as retinoids, anti-oxidants and alpha-hydroxy acids.

Maintain a regimen of cleansing and moisturising. If you wear makeup, make sure you clean your skin thoroughly.

Be diligent about covering up in the sun. Make a big hat your favourite accessory.

Read more:
Your skin in your fifties

 
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