lifting care

How to lift your face: The beauty routine for firmer skin

To achieve a «lift» effect without resorting to surgery, it is essential to implement a beauty routine consistent and take care of your skin on a daily basis. Each new ingredient must be introduced with caution to avoid irritating the skin and reducing its tolerance. In this article, you will discover how to organize your morning and evening routine, which active ingredients to prioritize (retinol, antioxidants, exfoliating acids), and why a healthy lifestyle is essential for a younger and firmer face.

Visit FACIAL CARE and skin, combined with good preservation and improvement of bone quality, maintenance of facial fat, and strengthening of facial muscles, help to «lift» the face.

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Recommendations for lifting and firming products

Copper peptide:

Retinol:

LED mask

Exfoliating acids:

Glycolic Acid 7%

Glycolic acid has a low molecular weight, which means it can penetrate deep into the skin, making it the most powerful acid. This type of product can be applied without rinsing, unlike masks, which are much more powerful. Price, stock and delivery time may vary depending on the seller "Amazon, brand, online pharmacy".

Exfoliating mask:

Peeling solution AHA 30% + BHA2%

This type of mask from The Ordinary is applied to dry skin, and I recommend timing the application time, which can vary from 5 to 10 minutes. Price, stock and delivery time may vary depending on the seller "Amazon, brand, online pharmacy".

This type of mask should be used once a week or once a fortnight.

1. Morning Routine: Cleanse, Protect, and Prevent

  1. Gentle cleaning or simple rinsing
    • Depending on your skin type (dry, normal, combination, oily), simply rinsing with lukewarm water may be sufficient.
    • For oilier skin, you can use a gentle, non-aggressive cleanser.
  2. Moisturizing lotion
    • Apply a lotion enriched with moisturizing ingredients (glycerin, hyaluronic acid) to rebalance the pH and prepare the skin for subsequent treatments.
  3. Antioxidant serum
    • Antioxidants (vitamins C and E, ferulic acid, coenzyme Q10, polyphenols, etc.) are your second line of defense against UV rays and pollution, after sunscreen.
    • A study has shown that adding an antioxidant to sunscreen increases the skin's resistance to external aggressions by 30%.
    • They prevent skin sagging, the appearance of wrinkles, spots, and even certain types of skin cancer.
  4. Sun cream
    • Essential for combating premature aging.
    • If you have dry skin, you can apply a lifting cream before sunscreen.

Tip Don't forget to extend your skincare routine (antioxidants, lifting creams) to your neck, décolletage, and the backs of your hands, areas that are often neglected.

2. Evening Routine: Repair, Renew, and Nourish

  1. Deep cleaning
    • Opt for double cleansing if you wear makeup or sunscreen:
      • Cleansing oil or balm to dissolve fatty substances.
      • Mild cleaner to remove residue and purify the skin.
  2. Moisturizing lotion
    • A formula containing glycerin and hyaluronic acid helps restore moisture and prepares the skin for the active ingredients that follow.
    • The eye contour area may require specific care (for example, a product enriched with hyaluronic acid).
  3. Lifting serum or Retinol
    • Retinol is considered the number one anti-aging ingredient: it stimulates collagen production, regulates pigmentation, and accelerates cell renewal.
    • Insert it gradually (every other night or every third night), monitoring your skin's reaction.
    • Start with a low concentration (0.2% to 0.5%) before eventually moving on to a stronger one.
  4. Night cream
    • Nourish your skin to promote its nighttime regeneration.
    • Creams containing niacinamide strengthen the skin barrier and limit irritation associated with retinol.

3. Exfoliation: The Lifting Boost

Why exfoliate?

  • Exfoliating acids (glycolic, lactic, etc.) remove dead skin cells, improve skin texture, and accelerate cell renewal.
  • Exfoliation helps reduce pigmentation spots and fine lines for a «new skin» effect.

How often?

  • For maximum effectiveness, it is best to’exfoliate infrequently but thoroughly (once a week), rather than doing a light exfoliation every day.
  • If you are a beginner, start with low-dose products to ensure your skin tolerates them well, especially if you have sensitive skin or melasma.

Key tips

  • It is preferable to perform your exfoliations in winter, because the skin is more vulnerable to the sun after peeling.
  • If you tolerate The Ordinary's exfoliating product (more affordable) well, go for it. Otherwise, more nourishing formulas (e.g., Drunk Elephant) may be more suitable.

4. Why Can't a Facelift Replace a Good Skincare Routine?

  • A surgical facelift tightens the skin (neck, facial contours) but does not improve its intrinsic quality (texture, spots, shine).
  • Topical treatments and a healthy lifestyle (sleep, stress management, regular exercise, a balanced diet, etc.) are essential for looking and feeling younger in the long term.
  • Avoid as much as possible harmful habits (tobacco, excessive alcohol consumption) which significantly accelerate skin aging.

5. Smart Tips: Lifted and Radiant Skin

Adapt continuously Your skin changes (seasons, hormones, age). Adjust your routine according to its condition.

Minimalist routine The more active ingredients you use, the more you risk weakening your skin.

Please be patient. : results (fewer wrinkles, firmer skin) are achieved over the long term.