Summer School Series: Skincare in Your 30s

Welcome back to our Summer School Series, where we break down the essential skincare strategies for every decade of life. If your 20s were about discovery and prevention, your 30s are about refinement and reinforcement. As collagen production begins to decline and environmental stressors start to show their effects, your skincare should focus on hydration, exfoliation, and the first signs of aging.

Your 30s are also often a busy, transitional time in life, whether you're advancing in your career, starting a family, or simply adjusting to a new rhythm. It's important to build a streamlined, consistent skincare routine that delivers maximum results with minimal effort — especially in the summer, when sun exposure and heat can exacerbate dryness, hyperpigmentation, and early wrinkles.

Let’s dive into how to keep your skin glowing, healthy, and protected in your 30s, plus which Dermasensa products you should consider adding (or repurchasing!) to your summer routine.

Skin Priorities in Your 30s

By your 30s, your skin may not bounce back quite as quickly as it did in your 20s. Collagen and elastin production begins to decrease, your skin barrier may need extra support, and fine lines or sun spots might start to appear. Hormonal fluctuations can also trigger acne flare-ups or skin sensitivity. Here’s what to focus on:

• Boosting hydration to support plump, healthy skin.
  

• Targeting early signs of aging like fine lines and dullness.
  

• Brightening uneven tone and fading hyperpigmentation from past breakouts or sun exposure.
  

• Protecting the skin barrier with antioxidants and SPF.
  
  

Must-Have Summer Skincare Tips for Your 30s

1. Don’t skip SPF – ever. If you didn’t wear sunscreen religiously in your 20s, now’s the time to make it a non-negotiable. UVA and UVB rays cause up to 90% of visible skin aging. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning and reapply throughout the day, especially during beach days, hikes, or summer weddings. Apply sunscreen even on cloudy days, or if you think you’ll be mostly inside.(Our most-awaited summer launch is making a splash really soon – stay tuned.)

2. Add antioxidants to your morning routine.Your skin is exposed to more environmental stressors in the summer. Think pollution, heat, and UV rays. Antioxidants like Vitamin C help neutralize free radicals and protect your skin’s collagen.

Try This: C Super Serum This ultra-potent, water-free Vitamin C serum brightens, firms, and smooths skin while defending against oxidative damage. Apply it in the morning before sunscreen to amplify your summer glow.

3. Exfoliate gently.Slower cell turnover can leave your skin looking dull or uneven. A mild exfoliating product helps renew skin texture, fade spots, and prep your face for better product absorption.

Try This: MD+ Polishing Mask Use 1-2 times per week, allowing skin to recover overnight. It gently removes dead skin cells for a refreshed glow, targeting large pores, fine lines, and wrinkles for a smoother texture.

4. Keep your moisture barrier strong.Your skin can get dry and dehydrated in the summer heat, especially if you're traveling, swimming, or spending time in dry air-conditioning.

Try This: Formula 5 MoisturizerThis deeply nourishing yet lightweight moisturizer locks in hydration and is packed with antioxidants. It layers beautifully under SPF.

5. Target fine lines early. Preventative care is everything. Incorporating peptides or retinol-based products now will help your skin age more gracefully later.

Try This: A Super or UP Ultra Peptide Serum A Super is a gentle put powerful retinol serum that promotes cell turnover and helps reduce fine lines and dark spots. If your skin is more sensitive or you're new to retinol, start with UP Ultra Peptide Serum, which firms and smooths skin using cutting-edge peptides without irritation.

Simple Summer Routine for 30-Something Skin

Morning:

• Cleanse with AC+ Oil-Free Cleanser or SC+ Sensitive Cleanser
  

• Apply C Super Vitamin C serum
  

• Moisturize with Formula 5
  

• Finish with SPF 30 or higher
  
  

Evening:

• Cleanse
  

• Apply A Super (3x per week) or UP Ultra Peptide Serum (daily)
  

• Hydrate with Formula 5
  

In your 30s, consistency is key. Your skin’s needs are evolving, but that doesn’t mean your routine has to be complicated. With high-performance, doctor-formulated Dermasensa products, you can support youthful, radiant skin all summer and beyond.

Ready to glow? Stay tuned for our next Summer School post:Skincare in Your 40s, where we’ll explore deeper hydration, boosting collagen, and managing pigmentation.