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How to Build the Perfect Skincare Routine for Your 20s, 30s, 40s, and Beyond

by | Feb 24, 2025 | accent aesthetics, Aquagold Fine Touch, Botox, Dermaplaning, HydrafacialMD, Pearl, Peels, Ultherapy

Your skin changes with time, and so should your skincare routine. The products and treatments that worked in your 20s may not be as effective in your 30s, 40s, or beyond. As we age, collagen production slows, environmental stressors take their toll, and hydration levels fluctuate—making it essential to adapt your skincare regimen to your skin’s evolving needs.

At Accent Aesthetics, we believe that skincare is not one-size-fits-all. That’s why we’re breaking down the best skincare routines by decade to help you maintain healthy, radiant skin at every stage of life.

Skincare in Your 20s: Prevention & Protection

Your 20s are all about establishing good habits. While your skin is still plump and youthful, this is the time to focus on prevention rather than correction. The biggest mistake people make at this age is neglecting sun protection and waiting until later to start an effective skincare routine.

Must-Have Skincare in Your 20s:

  • Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) – The most important step to prevent premature aging. Daily sunscreen use helps reduce fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and collagen breakdown.
  • Gentle Cleanser – Avoid harsh scrubs that strip the skin’s natural barrier. Instead, opt for a mild foaming or hydrating cleanser.
  • Antioxidants (Vitamin C) – A morning vitamin C serum helps combat free radical damage from pollution and UV rays.
  • Moisturizer – Even if you have oily skin, lightweight hydration is key to maintaining a balanced complexion.
  • Eye Cream – Start using an eye cream early to prevent fine lines and puffiness.
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Best Treatments for Your 20s:

Skincare in Your 30s: Early Signs of Aging & Repair

Your 30s are when you may start noticing fine lines, early loss of elasticity, and dullness. Collagen production starts to decline, and cell turnover slows down. This is the time to boost hydration, increase exfoliation, and introduce anti-aging ingredients to maintain a youthful complexion.

Must-Have Skincare in Your 30s:

  • Retinol – This powerhouse ingredient increases cell turnover, stimulates collagen, and keeps skin smooth and youthful.
  • Hydrating Serums (Hyaluronic Acid) – Plumps and hydrates to combat dryness and loss of volume.
  • Peptides & Growth Factors – Helps repair skin and improve elasticity.
  • Exfoliation (AHAs/BHAs) – Encourages cell renewal and brightens the skin.
  • SPF – Daily sunscreen is still non-negotiable!
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Best Treatments for Your 30s:

Skincare in Your 40s: Firming & Rejuvenation

By your 40s, collagen and elastin production have slowed significantly, leading to looser skin, deeper wrinkles, and volume loss. Hormonal changes may also cause increased dryness, pigmentation, and uneven texture. Your skincare focus should be on hydration, firming, and repair.

Must-Have Skincare in Your 40s:

  • Advanced Retinol (or Prescription Retinoids) – Helps refine skin texture and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
  • Niacinamide & Brightening Agents – Helps with pigmentation, redness, and an uneven skin tone.
  • Rich Moisturizer with Ceramides – Locks in moisture and strengthens the skin barrier.
  • SPF with Antioxidants – Continue sun protection while fighting environmental damage.
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Best Treatments for Your 40s:

Skincare in Your 50s & Beyond: Restoration & Deep Hydration

As menopause sets in, skin can become thinner, drier, and more fragile, with loss of elasticity and more pronounced wrinkles. Now is the time to focus on deep hydration, repair, and boosting collagen as much as possible.

Must-Have Skincare in Your 50s & Beyond:

  • Growth Factors & Stem Cells – Help regenerate and repair aging skin.
  • Rich Moisturizers & Facial Oils – Combat dryness and nourish the skin barrier.
  • Gentle Exfoliation (PHA or Enzymes) – Avoid harsh acids, but continue gentle exfoliation for renewal.
  • SPF with Zinc Oxide – Continue wearing sunscreen daily to prevent further damage.
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Best Treatments for Your 50s & Beyond:

Final Thoughts: The Key to Ageless Skin

Skincare is a lifelong journey, and the earlier you start taking care of your skin, the better the results will be in the long run. No matter your age, a well-rounded skincare routine combined with professional treatments can help you maintain healthy, radiant skin at every stage of life.

At Accent Aesthetics, we offer customized skincare solutions and advanced treatments tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re in your 20s, 40s, or beyond, our team is here to help you achieve your best skin.

Book a consultation today and let’s create a personalized plan to keep your skin glowing at every age!

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Essential Pre-Wedding Skincare: Tips to Get That Gorgeous Bridal Glow!

by | Nov 12, 2019 | accent aesthetics, Acne Facial, Aquagold Fine Touch, Botox, Cosmetic Dermal Filler, Dermaplaning, Dysport, HydrafacialMD, IPL Limelight, Kybella, Laser Genesis, Laser Hair Reduction & Removal, Microdermabrasion, Microneedling, Pearl, Peels, skincare colorado, Sun & Skincare, Ultherapy, Vein Treatment

So many people dream of that special day. And 100% of the time, that dream includes gorgeous, glowing skin.

Just like a wedding, beautiful skin takes planning and patience. We love working with Dermatologists because together we can address serious issues such as cystic acne, rosacea, melasma and scarring. And if you’re already starting with non-problematic skin we can keep it that way and get it looking even better!

Here are our pre-wedding skincare recommendations for achieving the skin you want on your BIG day!

Pre-Wedding Skincare Recs:

#1: Come in for a professional consultation

This is the first place any bride or groom should start on their journey to gorgeous skin. Ideally this would happen 6-12 months before the wedding date. Skin issues can be stubborn and take time to remedy. The sooner we start, the more relaxed the process will be. We can address all of your skin concerns, set up a scheduled timeline of treatments and start you on a premium skincare regime at home.

If you’re considering injectables for dark circles, wrinkles or to add volume to the face, start sooner than later. A good injector will need time to see what and how much of a product works.

#2: Stay consistent with your skincare regime

A consistent morning and evening skincare regime is what will give you long term results. Many home-care products work better over time, so you must be diligent and consistent! While these products are often medical-grade and very active, they are going on the skin and take time to penetrate and achieve desired results. This is also why it’s important to start this journey early on so we can see what works and what doesn’t in your home-care regime.

#3: Set up a skincare treatment plan and stick to it

Together we will create a timeline of treatments best suited to your needs. Every person is different and has different issues to address. If your concern is acne, you may need to have an exfoliating and extracting treatment done every 2-6 weeks to get it under control.

If Laser Hair Removal is at the top of your priority list, it’s important to start 6 months to 1 year before the big day, depending on the area being treated.

Other skin concerns require monthly or every other month treatments.

A month or 2 before your wedding, we will really “fine tune” your skincare plan, making sure you look your absolute best!  Laser Genesis gives the skin a beautiful rosy glow right before the special event. HydraFacial can plump and hydrate the skin a few days before and AquaGold gives a luxurious “Red Carpet” luminous, finishing touch to skin about a week before the big day.

#4: Don’t neglect your neck, decollete’ and back

Chances are you’ll be wearing something that will highlight one or all of these areas. The skin in these areas can be different from the skin on your face and require different treatment. Talk to your Aesthetician about your vision and your planned attire. We offer many treatments for these often neglected areas. Together we can make you glow from head to toe!

#5: Get your mind and body right!

It’s important to FEEL your best, so let’s talk about stress reduction, healthy diet and water intake. All of these things are important to not only get your skin looking it’s healthiest but to ensure you’re keeping it that way.

Planning a wedding is in the TOP 5 most stressful situations a person can go through, next to moving and death! WOW!

To avoid a complete breakdown, sleep, nutrition and a healthy diet will be a lifesaver and assure your skin is in tip top shape.

Working in western medicine, there truly are no conclusive studies linking nutrition and skin conditions, BUT I think we all know in our hearts and minds that what we put in our bodies shows up on our skin. So through this journey we will discuss what may be effecting certain skin issues and start the process of elimination.

#6: Go with the best makeup artist:

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Brook at Antlers and Rose’ is an amazing makeup artist based out of Vail, Colorado. She is also an amazing stylist, lifestyle blogger, wife, mother and human! Check out her website and all of the services she has to offer. She is simply the best!

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Beyond Botox….

by | Sep 28, 2018 | accent aesthetics, Aquagold Fine Touch, Botox, collagen induction therapy, Cosmetic Dermal Filler, Dermaplaning, Dysport, HydrafacialMD, IPL Limelight, Laser Genesis, Laser Hair Reduction & Removal, Microdermabrasion, Microneedling, Pearl, Peels, skincare colorado, Sun & Skincare, Ultherapy, Uncategorized, Vein Treatment

I think by now we all know there is no miracle in a bottle, and botox has been the closest thing we have seen to astonishing results with minimal side effects.

 

However, optimum skin health goes beyond botox.  It is similar to the health of our bodies- to be optimally healthy you have to work on several factors- diet, cardio and strength training.  Having youthful healthy skin is much the same. IF you only do botox, you are only addressing one aspect of what takes place as we age. The aging face is multifactorial and thus your anti-aging treatments should be so as well. Bone loss, descent of fat pads, skin texture changes, dermal thinning and photodamage all contribute.  When you work with a dermatologist and their staff, you are offered non-invasive treatment options to address these different aspects of aging.

 

Technology advancements in the field of cosmeceuticals has brought us amazing topical skin care products.  I recently attended a conference where a scientist was reviewing various ingredients/ peptides and said to conduct the research, develop best formulations and then bring those highly active ingredients to market costs money!  If you are getting a Vitmain C serum on Amazon for under a certain price point- do not expect much change to your skin.  Even when we find highly effective products it is good to change your regimen every so often.  We do not like to use growth-hormone products long term and not every person can tolerate tretinoin.  So partner with someone who can help you achieve your best! Last but not least- healthy inside will reflect healthy outside- clean eating, restful sleep, adequate water intake, physical exercise…..and wear an SPF 30 on your face daily!

 

I always tell patients our goal is find the treatments that will give the most bang for the buck and find the balance between a treatment that is highly effective while still being safe.  You want to partner with a skincare expert who attends educational events, stays up on current trends, has access to multiple modalities to use and works alongside a Board-Certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon to minimize unwanted side effects.  Look for someone who will be candid, give realistic expectations and instead of trying to sell you something- will give you both short term as well as long –term goals for your skin.

 

Written by Kerri Zukosky, PA-C