Beauty Products That Will Prepare You for Your 30s

Turning 30 is huge milestone. The teenage years are safely behind you, the highs and lows of your 20s are starting to make sense and are helping to shape the person you’re becoming. As you approach this new decade in life, it may be time to start looking at your skin care game; a swipe of a makeup wipe at the end of the day might not cut it anymore. As skin ages, it can feel like it takes on a life of its own; sallow and pale one day, shiny and pimply the next. Thankfully, there are many great products to help you get healthy, happy skin as you move into the next phase of your life.

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Cleanser:

It's always good to start and end the day with clean skin. Pollution and makeup can clog pores and make skin look less than fresh. Look for cleansers that are hydrating and free of strong fragrances, which can be drying. Try: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, 473 ml, $18

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Foaming Facial Cleanser, 473 ml

$18

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Balm:

Cleansing balms melt into the skin as they clean and are a great way to take the day off your face without over-drying it. Try: Versed Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm, $24

Versed

Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm

$24

Kate Somerville ExfoliKate® Intensive Pore Exfoliating Treatment

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Exfoliation:

A great way to slough off dead skin and feel smooth is a great scrub. Exfoliation can help get rid of dead skin cells and promote new ones, but this is not the time to use all the gains you’ve been getting at the gym! Exercise caution when it comes to exfoliation as too much can strip the skin of important oils that it needs to stay healthy. Aim for a light exfoliation once or twice a week to see the benefits. Try: Kate Somerville ExfoliKate® Intensive Pore Exfoliating Treatment, $32

Kate Somerville

ExfoliKate® Intensive Pore Exfoliating Treatment

$32

Aveeno MaxGlow Face Serum Infusion Drops with Kiwi, Brightening and Hydrating Skin Serum

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Serum for hydration:

It may be time to start introducing serums into your routine now so you can see long-term benefits for your skin. Serums can provide an extra layer of protection and hydration. Try: Aveeno MaxGlow Face Serum Infusion Drops with Kiwi, Brightening and Hydrating Skin Serum, $21

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MaxGlow Face Serum Infusion Drops with Kiwi, Brightening and Hydrating Skin Serum

$21

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Serum for glow:

Serums are also great in the hot summer months or when skin starts to feel dry in the fall and winter. Look for serums that have plumping to make your skin really glow. Try: The Ordinary Buffet, $15

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Buffet

$15

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Acids and treatments:

As you enter your 30’s, you may notice that your skin can take on a life of its own on some days. Hormonal acne, stress and external factors like pollution can start to take a toll on the face and make skin feel dry and look dull. Hyaluronic acid can help combat dryness and give parched skin some life. Vitamin C helps combat dullness and give skin back some brightness. Try: The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, $7

The Ordinary

Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

Cosrx Acne Pimple Master Patch 24 patches, 5 Sheets Adult Acne & Scar, Beauty Tools, Skin Trouble, Acne Patch

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Spot treatments:

Even after giving your skin all the attention it deserves, it can still act up; zits happen! Fluctuating hormones can be the culprit, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fight back. Spot treatments may be the best answer since they can target specific areas and pack a powerful punch where you need it most. Try: Cosrx Acne Pimple Master Patch 24 patches, 5 Sheets Adult Acne & Scar, $22

Cosrx

Acne Pimple Master Patch 24 patches, 5 Sheets Adult Acne & Scar, Beauty Tools, Skin Trouble, Acne Patch

$22

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Sunscreen:

If you haven’t already included this in your beauty arsenal, do it NOW. Sunscreen provides a base layer of protection against UV rays which can damage the skin. Also, it makes you feel like an elite level skin care pro, since sunscreen tends to be the less chic part of your skincare arsenal. Lucky for you, there’s a lot of brands that are super cute and win points for both protecting your skin and your aesthetic. Try: Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40, $45

Supergoop!

Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

$45

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion with Hyaluronic Acid and 3 Ceramides

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Moisturizer

Moisturizer is likely one of the most important steps to include to keep skin healthy and happy. The final hit of hydration can go a long way to make skin look fresh, nourished and like you actually managed to get 8 hours of sleep. Try: CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion with Hyaluronic Acid and 3 Ceramides, $18

CeraVe

Moisturizing Lotion with Hyaluronic Acid and 3 Ceramides

$18

Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask

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Masks:

Some days, you just want to go full “treat yo’ self!" mode. Since skin care can be part of self-care, masks can be a great way to take care of your skin as you take care of yourself too. Make a cup of tea, throw on a chill playlist and mask up! Masks can provide a deep clean for your skin so there’s no need to do one every day; aim for once a week to keep skin fresh. Try: Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask, $14

Elizavecca

Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask

$14

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