Once you hit your 40s, you’re more likely to take a harder look at your daily routines and how they affect your mind and body. You might feel the need to hit the gym and finally get rid of that spare tire, or you might be considering hair dye to get rid of those pesky grays. But one thing that many men wish they could go back in time and do is take better care of their skin. Fortunately, even if you’ve completely ignored your skin for the past 40+ years, there’s still hope! You can find products specifically designed for men’s skin and get started today. At Anthony, we’re here to help you find the routine to take care of your skin in your 40s. So, let’s get started!
What Should My Skincare Routine Be In My 40s?
Your skin changes as you age. It loses elasticity, becomes dirtier, and may show more fine lines and wrinkles (unless you’re incredibly lucky where genes are concerned). A simple, effective skin care routine can help slow these and keep your skin looking and feeling its best.
The Big Three: Cleansing, Exfoliating, and Moisturizing
Cleanse Daily
Dirt, oil, and pollutants build up on your skin throughout the day. Washing your face twice a day with a gentle cleanser (NOT regular bar soap) safely removes impurities and prevents clogged pores. Look for a cleanser that won’t strip your skin’s natural moisture. These will often have more natural ingredients and be specifically designed for sensitive skin or all skin types.
Exfoliate Regularly
As you age, your skin’s natural exfoliation slows down, leading to dullness and a rough texture. Using an exfoliator two to three times a week (this frequency may vary based on your schedule and skin type) helps remove dead skin cells and promotes smoother, healthier skin. Choose a product that balances efficacy with gentleness to avoid irritation.
Moisturize Every Day
Moisture loss becomes more noticeable in your 40s, leading to dryness and more visible fine lines. A high-quality moisturizer replenishes hydration and strengthens the skin’s protective barrier. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which helps retain moisture.
Anti-Aging Skin Care Products For Your 40s
Aging is natural, but the right products can help your skin look and feel its best. At Anthony, we offer a variety of anti-aging products so that men in their 40s can easily create the perfect anti-aging skin care routine. While cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing lay the foundation for good skin health, addressing specific concerns becomes essential in your 40s. The eyes are often the area that shows signs of aging the most, and they are also an area where you have to be careful with skin products. Many skin products are not designed to be put anywhere near the eyes, so it’s important to find a good moisturizing eye cream. We’ll go into this and many other anti-aging skin products in the section below.
Eye Care: Fighting Fine Lines and Puffiness
The skin around your eyes is thinner and more prone to wrinkles. Using an eye cream helps reduce fine lines, puffiness, and dark circles that tend to worsen with age. Our High-Performance Continuous Moisture Eye Cream is designed to hydrate and firm this delicate area (and around the mouth if needed). It’s one of the best anti-aging eye creams for men in their 40s and an easy addition to your routine.
In addition to hydration, the right eye cream can help combat the effects of fatigue and environmental stressors that make you look older. Ingredients like caffeine help reduce puffiness, while peptides and antioxidants work to firm the skin and smooth out any fine lines. Applying a small amount morning and night can make a very noticeable difference, helping you maintain a rested and refreshed appearance. Since the skin around your eyes is so delicate, using a product specifically designed for this area ensures you get the best results without any unnecessary discomfort or irritation.
Serums: Boosting Your Skin’s Defenses
While anti-aging creams are excellent for hydration and reducing fine lines and wrinkles, sometimes you need a more strategic approach. Our High Performance Vitamin C Facial Serum delivers concentrated ingredients that target specific concerns like deep wrinkles, dark spots, or loss of firmness. A lightweight anti-aging serum with antioxidants and peptides can help improve skin tone and elasticity. Apply a serum before your moisturizer to maximize absorption and the anti-aging effects.
Sun Protection: Preventing Further Damage
Sun exposure accelerates aging and can lead to dark spots, wrinkles, and even skin cancer. Using an SPF cream every day — even when it’s cloudy outside — helps protect your skin from taking further damage. Ideally, you should choose a lightweight, non-greasy formula that fits easily into your existing routine.
The Best Skin Care Products For Men in Their 40s
We’ve already covered a few of the essential skin care products for men in their 40s, including our moisturizing eye cream, SPF day cream, and Vitamin C facial serum. However, these aren’t the only products to consider for your daily routine. If your skin has unique needs, or you simply want to keep your skin in the best shape for as long as possible, here are a few more of our signature skin care products to consider:
High Performance Vitamin A Facial Treatment
Our High Performance Vitamin A Facial Treatment leverages the benefits of Vitamin A to promote cell turnover and reduce signs of aging in men. Its lightweight formula hydrates, calms, and soothes the skin without clogging pores. Apply it in the evening after cleansing to help smooth fine lines and improve skin texture overnight.
High Performance Anti-Wrinkle Glycolic Peptide Serum
Designed to firm, lift, and plump the skin, our High Performance Anti-Wrinkle Glycolic Peptide Serum targets fine lines and revitalizes dull, sagging areas. Formulated with glycolic acid, peptides, biotin, algae, and pullulan, it jumpstarts your skin’s rejuvenation process. Use it after cleansing and before moisturizing to enhance your skin’s firmness and elasticity.
Blood Orange Advanced Formula SPF 25 Lip Balm
Often overlooked, the lips are susceptible to sun damage and aging. Our Blood Orange SPF Lip Balm provides SPF 25 protection while hydrating and nourishing the lips with a subtle blood orange flavor and aroma. Apply it throughout the day to keep your lips moisturized and protected from environmental stressors.
Mint + White Tea Advanced Formula SPF 25 Lip Balm
Our Mint + White Tea SPF Lip Balm offers a unique alternative to our Blood Orange lip balm, offering SPF 25 protection with a refreshing mint and white tea flavor. Regular application keeps your lips hydrated and shields them from sun damage, making it a vital addition to your daily skin care routine (especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors).
Still want to find more skin care products to take care of your skin in your 40s? Well, Anthony’s got you covered! We have an entire range of anti-aging skin care products, along with kits and bundles so that you can get everything you need in one order.
Want to learn even more about the best men’s skin care routine for your 40s? If so, be sure to check out the great products and solutions available at Anthony today!
