Skincare in Your 20s: Building the Foundation for Healthy, Radiant Skin
Your 20s are a transformative decade. It's a time for exploring all things you - socialising, traveling to exciting places, finding out who your people are, studying and finding your profession or passions... It's also the perfect time to start understanding and caring for your skin; creating a solid foundation and ritual, to build on as you get older and to support your skin as it changes.
Amelia's Journey to Fresh Face Skin From Her 20's
Amelia, founder of Fresh Face Skin, understands the importance of starting a good skincare routine early. Her own journey with acne inspired her to explore effective ingredients and simplify skincare for her clients. She saw how confusing—and often costly—skincare could be, leaving many unsure where to begin. Amelia envisioned an affordable, straightforward skincare line using 100% natural, toxin-free ingredients for long-term skin health and confidence. From this vision, Fresh Face Skin was born: a brand committed to high-quality, natural products that deliver genuine results.
Understanding Your Skin in Your 20s
Your 20s are a time of discovery, including getting to know your skin. Pay attention to how your skin reacts to different factors. Does it look puffy after a big weekend? Does it break out before your period? Does it seem drier during the cooler seasons? Understanding what makes your skin thrive and what triggers issues to arise, is the first step to taking good care of your skin, long term. Think of it like a friendship—the more you understand your skin's likes and dislikes, the better you get along!
How to Care for Your Skin in Your 20s
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Understand the importance of cleansing
Taking off your makeup might be the last thing on your mind after a night out or after a long day, but your skin needs it! Leaving makeup and excess product on your skin, prevents it from breathing - often leading to blocked pores and breakouts. Double cleansing is ideal: start with a balm or oil cleanser to easily remove makeup, followed by a gel cleanser to clean your pores. Keep your cleanser next to your toothbrush as a reminder! When you brush your skin morning & night - you wash your face too!
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Set a Good Routine
Practice makes perfect, so establishing a skincare routine early is crucial. At the very least, cleanse your skin morning and night, and always wear SPF during the day. Consider incorporating a fruit acid based exfoliant to help remove dead skin cells. Poly-hydroxy acids are great for beginners (featured in our Recovery mask), beta-hydroxy acids suit oily skin, and alpha-hydroxy acids are best for experienced users - often diverse in their approach (featured in our AHA Enzyme exfoliant). Add a serum to target specific skin concerns—Vitamin C for brightness, hyaluronic acid for hydration, and niacinamide to balance oil & brighten tone. Finish with a moisturizer or oil to lock in hydration.
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Be Realistic. Consistency is key.
Don't overwhelm yourself with a multi-step routine that isn't realistic to your budget or lifestyle. When it comes to skincare - repetition is key for long term skin results. It's better to invest in a few high-quality products than an entire range that you'll never use. Start with the basics and gradually incorporate more products as you become more confident in your routine.
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Invest in an SPF - rain, hail or shine!
Wearing SPF daily is one of the best things you can do for your skin. Sun damage accumulates over time, leading to premature aging and the break down of healthy cells, often causing many skin concerns to arise in the first place. Protecting your skin now will pay off in the long run, trust us.
Amelia’s Favourite Products for Your 20s: Hydrate & Renew Starter Pack
Amelia’s passion for skincare led her to develop products that cater to the needs of people in their 20s & long after! One of the best ways to kickstart your skincare journey is with our Hydrate & Renew Starter Pack. This comprehensive, yet simple bundle targets the root cause of many skin concerns: dehydration and a compromised skin barrier, while also repairing cell DNA damage caused by everyday life and environmental damage - ensuring that the cells are functioning in a balanced, healthy way.
Key Benefits:
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Restores Skin Barrier: Strengthens the acid mantle and lipid barrier, shielding skin from external aggressors and preventing moisture loss.
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Boosts Hydration: Replenishes both surface and deep skin hydration, promoting a plump, vibrant complexion.
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Improves Skin Cell Health: Repairs DNA damage to the skin cells, ensuring that the skin can function at its best; able to exfoliate naturally, maintaining soft skin texture and a bright skin tone, while improving collagen and elastin production and barrier function—keeping the skin well protected and looking its best.
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Versatile Care: Suitable for all skin types and concerns, especially those dealing with a dull or uneven skin tone, congestion and dehydration.
The Hydrate & Renew Starter Pack is designed to rejuvenate your skin, restore its natural balance, and leave you with a radiant, youthful complexion. It includes all the essentials you need to establish a solid skincare routine in your 20s, making it the perfect choice for those looking to achieve and maintain healthy, glowing skin, without too many skincare steps!
Final Thoughts
Your 20s are the perfect time to start taking your skincare seriously; forming good habits that will last a lifetime. By understanding your skin and establishing a good routine, you can maintain a healthy, glowing complexion for years to come. Remember to keep it simple, invest in quality products, and protect your skin from the sun. With the right approach and consistency, your skin will thank you for decades.
Feeling inspired? Discover the Fresh Face Skin range and find the perfect products to start your skincare journey today.
