Welcome to the final lesson in our Summer School series — a journey through the decades of skincare essentials and expert-backed tips to help you love the skin you’re in at every age.
In this sixth and final post, we’re celebrating skin in your 70s and beyond. By this stage, your skin has been through a lot: decades of sun exposure, environmental stressors, and hormonal shifts. But that doesn’t mean your glow is behind you. With the right routine and high-quality products, your skin can still be radiant, nourished, and resilient.
If you missed any of the previous chapters, catch up on our skincare guides for your20s,30s,40s,50s, and60s.
Skin in your 70s: What changes?
As we age, our skin naturally becomes thinner and more fragile. The production of collagen and elastin (which give skin its firmness and elasticity) continues to slow down, and the skin barrier may struggle more to retain moisture. Other common experiences in your 70s include:
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Deepened wrinkles and expression lines
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Increased dryness or tightness
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Loss of volume and sagging
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Visible age spots or uneven pigmentation
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Slower wound healing and sensitivity
Now more than ever, skincare is about nurturing and protecting your skin. Your goal? Keep it hydrated, soothed, and supported with anti-aging and antioxidant-rich products.
Top Skincare Priorities in Your 70s
1. Hydration is everything
Your skin’s natural oil production has significantly decreased by now, making dryness a major concern. A high-performance moisturizer likeFormula 5 is a must. Packed with five types of antioxidants and nourishing ingredients, it deeply hydrates while strengthening your skin barrier.
✅Tip: Apply morning and night on slightly damp skin to lock in maximum hydration.
2. Treat & prevent age spots
If hyperpigmentation is a concern, vitamin C can help fade sun damage and improve overall brightness.C Super delivers stabilized, high-potency vitamin C in a nourishing, water-free base to help even out tone while offering daily antioxidant protection.
✅Tip: Use it in the morning under SPF to defend against free radicals.
3. Embrace gentle exfoliation
You don’t need harsh scrubs to exfoliate. A weekly resurfacing treatment likeMD+ Polishing Mask gently removes dead skin cells for a refreshed glow, and targets large pores, fine lines, and wrinkles for a smoother texture.
✅Tip: Use once a week at night and follow with your favorite Dermasensa serum and moisturizer.
4. Rebuild with peptides
Skin repair slows with age, which makes peptides a non-negotiable.UP Ultra Peptide Serum is rich in 22% patented peptides that visibly lift, tighten, and smooth the appearance of sagging skin and deep lines. It also promotes collagen production to keep your skin looking firm and youthful.
✅Tip: Apply nightly before moisturizer for firming and rejuvenating effects.
5. Focus on barrier support & soothing
Redness, irritation, or sensitivity can be more common in your 70s. Support your skin’s microbiome and barrier with a calming treatment likeHydro BF, a soothing cream designed to comfort fragile skin while providing deep hydration.
Sun Protection: Still Non-Negotiable
Even if you’re not spending as much time outdoors, UV exposure remains a top contributor to skin aging. Daily sunscreen use is essential. Stay tuned for long-awaited news about essential sun protection from Dermasensa!
✅Tip: Apply every morning (even if you're staying indoors)!
Skincare in your 70s isn’t about chasing youth. It’s about celebrating your skin’s story and giving it the care it deserves. Every step of your routine should feel like a moment of self-care. And with Dermasensa’s doctor-formulated, antioxidant-rich products, your skin can look and feel its best all year long.
Ready to refresh your routine? Discover new Dermasensa favorites or restock the ones you love, to keep your skin glowing this summer and beyond.
That wraps our Summer School series! We hope you’ve enjoyed learning how to optimize your skincare routine through every decade. Remember: skincare isn’t about perfection. It’s about intention, self-love, and showing up for your skin with the best of science and nature.
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