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As we age, the harsh effects of winter can leave our skin looking lackluster and dry. To combat this, women over 50 should maintain a nutrient-rich diet, stay hydrated, adhere to a consistent sleep schedule, and use skincare products suited to their complexion. Those with naturally dry skin will often find that using a hydrating moisturizer daily, particularly in colder weather, is beneficial.
To achieve supple and youthful-looking skin this winter, we consulted with dermatologists and skincare experts who recommend three classic and effective moisturizers. Read on for tips, suggestions and insight from Dr. Brendan Camp, MD, board-certified dermatologist of MDCS Dermatology and Dr. Anna Chacon, MD, board-certified dermatologist and writer at My Psoriasis Team.
3 Hydrating Anti-Aging Moisturizers For Women Over 50, According To The Pros
1. Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
This "thick, creamy moisturizer" is a "popular beauty pick" in French pharmacies, Chacon says, and can also be found at stores like Ulta and Walgreens. Camp adds that this product is made with thermal spring water, a "proprietary blend of postbiotic ingredients," that help nourish the skin. It also contains a "copper-zinc sulfate complex" to protect your complexion "from the elements," to "improve the skin barrier" and "keep skin hydrated" all winter long.
2. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Moisturizer
This face and neck cream (which you can find on the brand site, Ulta or Target) is known for its anti-aging properties, Camp says. He deems it "an effective moisturizer for dry skin," and notes that this product "also helps tighten" textured and wrinkled skin because it "includes amino peptides, which are building blocks for proteins that keep skin firm," like collagen and elastin.
3. Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream
Camp notes that this nourishing moisturizer and night cream has been "shown to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles" since it is "formulated with purified peptides, niacinamide, and botanical extracts." These go-to ingredients provide "intense hydration and keep skin looking rested and revitalized," he advises. You can snag this cream via the brand's website or at stores like Rite Aid, Walgreens, Walmart and Target.
The Bottom Line
Overall, for dry skin over 50, Chacon stresses that a cream moisturizer like these will be the "best choice" because its "thickness means it will feel relatively heavy on the skin, and will take longer to dry." In addition, she recommends always choosing a "fragrance-free moisturizer that is free of parabens and irritants" this winter. The more you know!
