No matter what I’m wearing or how my hair looks, I always feel my best when my skin is at its best. So about a year ago, I started taking major control of my skincare routine. Up until then, it was all about a good smelling face wash and a simple moisturizer. But in your twenties, as you’re working on growing your inner confidence, taking care of your outer beauty with a well-rounded skincare routine is a must as well. When your skin looks and feels healthy, you can skip the makeup and show off your true beauty.
My post last year on The Twenty-Something Skin Care Routine is a great place to start, but there are a few products I’ve added since that have been major game-changers. While cleansers obviously rid your skin of dirt and oils, and moisturizers lock in hydration, concentrates are a new category everyone should add to their list. Exfoliating is another method I highly recommend adding to your weekly routine to get rid of dead skin cells and reveal a smoother complexion.
What is a concentrate?
A quality concentrate like Shiseido’s Ultimune is meant to protect your skin and strengthen it to help prevent against external stressors and signs of aging. It’s the perfect product to add into your skincare routine in your twenties when you’re just starting to see those early signs of aging and want to build up your skin’s immunity to protect against damage as you get older.
When do you use it?
Simply apply just a pea-size amount after your cleanser and before your moisturizer, both day and night. If you use a serum as well, you’ll start with your cleanser, then add your concentrate, then your serum, and finish with your moisturizer. You’ll notice your skin feeling softer and firmer right away. I highly recommend Ultimune specifically because Shiseido products are super high-quality and have been around for years. (Plus, it smells amazing!).
What are exfoliating scrubs?
Exfoliating scrubs are meant to remove the dead skin cells to reveal a smoother and healthier complexion. The product can come in many forms, including face masks, creams, and powders. If you have sensitive skin like me, I recommend a powder so you can mix it with water and customize it to your skin. You can create a thicker paste to exfoliate more intensely, or add more water for a softer touch.
How often should you exfoliate?
If you find your skin looking dull and want that healthy glow, I definitely recommend exfoliating. Experts recommend exfoliating 2-3 times a week. Use it on clean skin, and then apply the rest of your skincare products in the order mentioned above.
Do you use a serum or concentrate? What other products have you added to your skincare routine in your twenties?
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Lily de Grey Says
Excellent article! I’m glad that I stumbled upon it because I’ve been thinking about different skin care tips for myself. I think you’re absolutely right: it’s important that you’re using a concentrate after applying your cleanser. I’ll be sure to follow your suggestion by also finishing with a moisturizer. Thanks for the great tips; you’ve been very enlightening!
June Robinson Says
I have a daughter in her twenties that is taking care of her skin now, and I think hers will look better than mine when she is my age. I like the tip you give of using products early to not lose youthfulness in your skin. I imagine that propper washing and exfoliating is also very important. Thanks for sharing!
David Hawkins Says
That’s a really good idea about using exfoliating scrubs on your skin. My skin is extremely sensitive, but I imagine I can build up a tolerance over time if I keep at it. I’ll have to talk to my dermatologist and see what scrubs they recommend to me to help my skin out the most. Thanks for the awesome advice!
Kyle O'Ren Says
Thanks for introducing me to concentrates! I had never heard of anything like this before but it seems like a pretty great addition to a skincare regimen. I’ll have to try a concentrate and see how it helps my skin.
Annie Frances Says
I definitely think I need to start exfoliating. I take pride in my skin, but sometimes I don’t care for it like I should. Maybe today I can go to the store and get certain skin care products like an exfoliating scrub. Thanks for the help!
Jen Pack Says
I want to make sure that I have good skin now, while it is still healthy, so that I can have really good skin as I get older. I like the idea of using plenty of exfoliation to make sure that dead skin isn’t sticking around. I imagine that it would also be a good idea to look into something like microdermabrasion to promote even better skin. Thanks for sharing these tips!
Kendall Ryder Says
I really love how healthy and glowing skin can allow for you to skip out on makeup. I think it is super important to invest in good skincare products, as well as skincare treatments, before investing in expensive makeup. Even high-end makeup isn’t going to look amazing unless the skin underneath is! Plus, you can even pull off cheaper makeup if your skin looks amazing!
Marie Says
I thank for tips, I really need it, because my skin is very aged and I think these tips will help me a lot. I want to have younger, more beautiful skin.
Dipak Patil Says
Truly mind blowing article.. :) All of the points are super important for best skin care!!! Right diet is real important.. along with regular moisturizing and exfoliating.. Good work.
Julia Gusmano Says
I totally agree with this. Skin needs to be protected from extreme weather conditions at all times. That is why I always have a holistic skin care kit which includes high quality moisturizers and sun block cream. I also make sure I have a supply of Solvaderm for my complexion.
Danni Black Says
You mentioned that your should exfoliate your skin 2-3 times a week when it comes to taking care of your skin! I haven’t been doing a very good job of taking care of my skin over the past few months so I’ll have to try this out. My husband suggested seeing a dermatologist since I have had a few acne breakouts recently. I’ll have to keep these tips in mind so I can take better care of my skin, thank you for sharing!
Isabel Says
OMG I love this post. I am someone who massively suffers from sensitive skin and SO many ‘manufactured’ type products just cause me to break out and get all blotchy and gross which is why I’m always looking for different ways to help reduce this and get that ‘glowing complexion’ vibe I’ve always wanted. Scrubbing is definitely one of my go to daily routines to help get rid of dirt and unclog my pores. Which scrub do you use? I use one from Forever Living (here’s a link to their Facebook page if you’re interested. It’s aloe based which is why I can use it without having my skin go into literal meltdown! Do you suffer from sensitive skin problems? Do you have any advice for people who do (advice is always appreciated when it comes to my skin!)
Ivy Baker Says
I am in my early twenties and I haven’t been taking very good care of my skin. So, I liked that you talked about how you should be exfoliating your skin 2 to 3 times a week. I guess I should get some more skincare products so I can start doing that and hopefully that will help keep my skin healthy.
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Thank you so much for this Q&A session. I have a question for you. What is the best way to handle sensitive skin and how can I prevent aging skin? Waiting for your reply.
Ele Says
My skin remains dry 24/7. Even if I apply any cream then it only stays for that moment. Later skin becomes dry again. Please help me.
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