
From retinols and fillers to laser resurfacing, consumers have more anti-aging choices than ever. But which ones are worth the investment? With so many skin-care treatments on the market, it can be overwhelming to find the approach that's right for you.
Patty Thompson, a skin-care consultant at West Magnolia Plastic Surgery, understands. She spends her days helping people of all ages find their ideal skin-care program and shares her advice for finding the perfect anti-aging regimen:
In Your 20s: Focus on using the right sunscreen and a moisturizer. Some 20-somethings also start using BOTOX or Dysport for wrinkle prevention.
In Your 30s: Fine lines and eye puffiness may seem to appear overnight during your thirties. This is definitely the time to add an eye cream, a more substantial moisturizer and start using retinols.
In Your 40s: Consider fillers, smoothers and laser resurfacing to address problem areas, including wrinkles, nasolabial folds or "smile lines," sunspots and hyperpigmentation.
In Your 50s and Beyond: If you already have an established routine, focus on maintenance and addressing problem areas. If you are just starting out, you can still achieve dramatic improvement, but it may require more time and expense.