The skin can start to become dry and change during a your elder years. According to Medical News Today, as men and women age, blood vitamin D concentrations reduce greatly as do other nutrients, and it important to supplement these vitamins to maintain healthy-looking skin. Luckily, there are products available for men and women over 70 that cater to your age specific skin care needs.
Tretinoin
Tretinoin is a formula composed of primarily vitamin A. Obtainable by prescription, this cream can reduce the look of wrinkles and hydrate the skin. According to Medical News Today, skin tears are very common in elderly skin, and products such as this can be used to infuse the skin with moisture and to maintain a supple texture 1.
Devita
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Devita skin care products can be used by men and women of all ages; however, this company's oil-rich products are ample for men and women of old age. Their products are organically based and canrevitalize the skin. If your skin is showing signs of aging, this skin care system can diminish the appearance of wrinkles while giving the skin renewed vigor. One of the primary causes of ashy-looking skin is age, and while getting rid of wrinkles may seem like the only step, Devita points out that to attain a youthful look you must treat your skin carefully.
- Devita skin care products can be used by men and women of all ages; however, this company's oil-rich products are ample for men and women of old age.
- One of the primary causes of ashy-looking skin is age, and while getting rid of wrinkles may seem like the only step, Devita points out that to attain a youthful look you must treat your skin carefully.
Lluvia
Lluvia products contain ingredients found in the deepest rainforests, and boast a concoction that claims to moisturize, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, smoothing out imperfections and restoring some of the suppleness to your skin.
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