I combat wrinkly hands with 3 drugstore buys – take a few minutes to let them absorb, I also use them on my decolletage
THREE drugstore buys can slow the signs of aging on hands, revealed a beauty guru.
She gushed about how the skincare products keep her hands and décolletage moisturized.
The recommendation was shared on Reddit’s 30 Plus Skincare forum after a user shared a photo of their hand.
They said they’ve been using Aveeno “constantly” and wearing gloves when they wash the dishes but their hands look older than age 39.
Posting under the handle u/msrubythoughts, a fellow Redditor revealed the skincare products they swear by for a youthful appearance.
“NIVEA CREAM IN THE BLUE POT can’t believe I scrolled & didn’t see this!” they wrote.
“Use your knuckle, take a nice big gloop (maybe half a teaspoon ish?) gently rub the backs of your hands together & spread evenly.
“Make sure you have a few minutes to just sit & not do anything/not touch your hair/let it absorb.
“Also before you go to bed, moisturize & then add a layer of the Olay Regenerist (red pot) or Retinol (purple pot).
“I buy the pairs whenever they’re on sale at Costco & use them exclusively for my hands & décolletage.
“Also, before you go out for the day, moisturize & then add sunscreen!”
The post was highly up-voted and one commenter described the Nivea cream as “magic” after being wowed by how it hydrated their skin.
Niva Hand and Face Cream cost $1.39 at Target.
According to the manufacturer, it contains Provitamin B5 to “nourish dry skin” and helps to keep skin from feeling rough.
Customers have given the budget-friendly product a whopping 4.7-star rating out of 5.
One person said it makes their dry hands “feel silky,” while another described it as “super moisturizing.”
Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Face Moisturizer is priced at $27.49 and Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 + Peptide Night Face Moisturizer Cream costs $29.99 at Target.
Shoppers have praised both products for their hydrating formulas.
Anti-aging tips and 'superstar' products
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told The U.S. Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the fundamental basics of a beauty routine are the same for all ages — it should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
“Moisturizers are my superstar, even over products containing active ingredients,” she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces natural oils, and seals them in, literally stabilizes your skin.
“This in itself quickly can soften the appearance of fine lines and texture, as often these are worsened by dehydration.
“It also allows the skin to function as it should.
“It then can heal faster, which, among many things, can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, less flares of dermatitis and rosacea, and shorter-lived, milder breakouts.”
Dr. Moore’s skincare staples:
- Obagi Hydrate and Hydrate Lux moisturizer, $78
- Adequate sleep
- Balanced diet
- Reducing stress
According to Healthline, retinol has an age-defying effect on skin by neutralizing free radicals.
Retinol is a type of retinoid derived from Vitamin A.
As well as plumping skin, it can reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and enlarged pores.
Experts recommend consulting with a dermatologist before buying a specific retinol product.
