I had to overhaul my skincare routine quite a bit earlier this year when the brand I was using shut down (read about what happened to Beautycounter in this post). I’ve been blown away by how much I love the Oliveda products I bought as replacements, and now use Oliveda almost exclusively for my skincare. Today I’m sharing what my skincare routine for dry skin looks like lately.
While this seems like a lot of steps, it takes less than 5 minutes, and I’ve seen a big difference in my skin’s appearance and texture since I started following a full skincare routine with all the basics steps (cleanse, tone, treat, hydrate, protect) consistently. And I NEVER EVER sleep with makeup on!
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For all the products listed below, a little goes a long way, so less is more. You’ll find that just 1-2 pumps (or a black bean size amount of product) is enough for most of these (and for some, even less). If you’re used to using drugstore brands, you may feel like it’s not enough but they’re very concentrated and you won’t get more benefit by layering on thick amounts.
I have normal to dry skin, so if you have normal, oily/acne-prone skin or combination skin, this may not be the right routine for you, but if you fill out this Skincare Survey, I will send you personalized recommendations for your skin type! Oliveda is a clean, waterless skincare brand that has such good products for all skin types, I tend to recommend that brand most but there will be a few others included from time to time too. Read more about Oliveda here!
If I list multiple products, it’s either because I alternate days or because I have two products that I like and I just use whatever I have on hand. I’m a skincare junkie so I’m always buying and trying more than I need.
Oliveda 009 DOPE Your Glow Cleanser – I recently ordered this (I was using Oliveda F71 Corrective Cleansing Gel prior) and I like it even more! It’s SO soothing and hydrating. And the texture is so good. It’s like an oil that still foams a little bit.
Next I use the Oliveda F67 Corrective Facial Tonic as my toner step. It has hydroxytyrosol (a powerful antioxidant) and and camu camu (which is a vitamin C booster). I feel like my skin has been retaining moisture better since switching to this.
I layer a few serums in the morning, that I use in this order.
Vitamin C Serum – This is for skin’s overall brightness and evenness. I’ve been using Oliveda F83 HT + Vitamin C Serum. I love the bright red color.
Oliveda F59 Corrective Face Serum + Oliveda Kahai Elixir – The F59 is my anti-aging serum. It’s nicknamed “botox in a bottle”, and I don’t think I’d go that far (I love the real deal), but since I can’t get botox right now (I’m breastfeeding), I’ll take all the all-natural botox I can get. I do think it’s helped my smile lines after just a few weeks. It’s made with hydroxytyrosol and paracress which give a lifting effect while reducing the appearance of pores. I mix the F59 in my hand with the Oliveda Kahai Elixir –the serum helps the elixir’s oil formulation better penetrate the skin. The Elixir is a natural form of retinol that also helps with fine lines, wrinkles, and overall signs of aging.
For my day cream, I use the Oliveda F42 Corrective Face Cream. It’s made with extra hydroxytyrosol in it (a super powerful antioxidant) and it’s ideal for mature, aging skin. It’s smoothing, super hydrating, improves elasticity and reduces fine lines. It contains a natural form of SPF!
For eye care, I use the Oliveda F64 Corrective Eye Elixir + Oliveda F60 Corrective Eye Cream. Before eye cream, I use the Oliveda F64 Corrective Eye Elixir. This like “botox in a bottle” for your eyes. It has a triple hyaluronic acid structure and a ton of antioxidants, so it hydrates and plumps while also giving your eyes a more lifted, radiant look. I massage a drop around my eyes, and then follow with my eye cream.
I LOVE this Supergoop Glowscreen (also not the cleanest, but not horrible in terms of ingredients). It’s ultra lightweight and leave a radiant finish, but it’s not too shiny or glowy (just enough). It looks perfect under makeup.
Best case scenario, I do my evening skincare regimen about 30-60 minutes before heading to bed. This gives my skin enough time to absorb everything before I put on my sleeping eye mask and put my face on my pillow (stomach sleeper here!). Most nights I change into PJs about an hour before I go to bed and do my skincare routine. Then, Tommy and I watch a show together before I go to bed.
Colleen Rothschild Cleansing Balm – This is super hydrating and smells amazing and removes every bit of makeup and grime from the day and my skin still feels amazing. I apply this to dry skin, then remove with a wet muslin towel or washcloth.
I like the Oliveda 009 DOPE Your Glow Cleanser for a double cleanse.
Oliveda F67 Corrective Facial Tonic as my toner step.
At night, I start by mixing a few drops of Oliveda F87 Corrective Kahai Elixir into my serum. The Oliveda F87 Corrective Kahai Elixir a natural, nut-derived retinol from kahai oil. This is what I recommend to anyone new to retinol or if you have issues using bakuchiol. It reduces fine lines and pore size, improves complexion, contracts pigmentation, AND protects against free radicals. Like I said, I mix it with my serum, which is the Oliveda F59 Corrective Face Serum (botox in a bottle).
Then I apply both to my skin.
For my night cream I use the Oliveda F74 Regeneration Intense Face Cream. I LOVE THIS SO MUCH. The texture is weird but it’s insanely hydrating. It reminds me of Augustinus Badiner but ? of the price and more hydrating.
I use the Oliveda F60 Corrective Eye Cream & Oliveda F64 Corrective Eye Elixir together for my eyes. Layer the Elixir under the eye cream.
I love love love the The Oliveda F75 Olive Tree Therapy Lip Balm. It’s the best lip mask I’ve ever tried and I’ve tried a lot. Not only does it hydrate and my lips have completely stopped peeling since I use it, but they also look plumper and they have a more defined edge when I use it. It’s almost like it instantly improves the fine lines around my lips and decreases redness there. Once you try it, you’ll understand. It’s the best.
Oliveda Hyaluronic Serum – When my skin needs an extra boost of hydration.
Oliveda F81 AHA + HT Serum Face – An overnight resurfacing peel. I use this 1x a week for skin texture, fine lines, and my skin’s overall appearance. It’s strong so don’t OD on it.
Oliveda F76 Honey Enzyme Face Mask – Exfoliates the skin but has a warming sensation. I love using this (which says a lot since I usually hate doing masks). I try to use it 1-2x a week.
Let me know if you have any questions in the comments section!
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5 responses to “My Skincare Routine (at age 40)”
Great topic! I love to read content about skincare because I still try to maintain my fair smooth skin despite being busy at work and as a mom of three kids. Thank you for posting this. Your post is highly appreciated! Love it!
HIiiiiiiiieeee Terilyn!
I came across your post/blog while doing a deep dive into skincare. . .I am almost 40 and feel like things are changing and like you, I have dry skin and VERY sensitive skin. I also live in West Texas so the weather here contributes to the dryness as well. ALL that said. . .I have been searching for the right NEW, regimen with CLEAN ingredients. May I please ask you ….if you could put me on a path for just a few things to start off with and try, what would you suggest? I found your site while researching ilia. I received a sample for their cleanser in my Sakara order the other day and I have been researching ever since. I have fair skin, hyperpigmentation and a few dark spots from spending lots of time on the golf course. I KNOW, maybe WAY too much info, and I know too you aren’t a derm. HA. One of my best friends acutally is at Westlake Derm and every product she gives me is FULL of toxins and my skin eventually freaks out and breaks out.
Sorry, longest comment ever. Would appreciate any advice you could share.
Thank you!!
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Hey! Would you say that Colleen Rothschild is a clean brand or just one that you like?
It’s definitely cleaner than most but definitely not squeaky clean like Beautycounter. The founder had breast cancer so I know she cares about ingredient safety!