By Laura Chacon-Garbato, Licensed Esthetician, Director of Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training at Herbalife.

Many of us are privileged to age beautifully. Age brings wisdom, patience, knowledge, and the ability to feel more comfortable in our own skin. However, the visible aspects of aging can be challenging. As a woman's skin ages, it undergoes multiple transformations due to hormonal, genetic, and environmental changes.

Some common fluctuations experienced by women in their 60s include decreased collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin are proteins that provide elasticity and structure to the skin. As a result of aging, the skin produces less collagen and elastin, leading to noticeable wrinkles and sagging skin. Additionally, oil production decreases, making dryness, age spots, and hyperpigmentation more visible. Cell renewal is also much slower, often leaving the skin looking rough and dull. Fortunately, there are five simple tips that can help women in their 60s improve their morning routine to feel and look rejuvenated.

Clean gently

Avoid excessively hot water, which can irritate fragile skin. Instead, use lukewarm water and a gentle, sulfate-free cleanser in the morning. This can help remove any overnight residue without stripping your skin of its natural oils. Also, look for ingredients like... Aloe vera is well known for its restorative and soothing properties. Aloe also helps minimize dry skin.

Use an antioxidant serum

Serums can provide extra hydration, which is essential for combating skin aging. Look for serums with vitamins B3, C, and E. Vitamins C and E help neutralize the oxidative effects of free radicals, which are unpredictable molecules that damage collagen and cause skin to dry out and wrinkle. Antioxidant vitamins C and E, along with beta-carotene, neutralize free radicals.

Choose a moisturizer with broad-spectrum sun protection factor

As skin ages, it thins and becomes much more vulnerable and sensitive to UV sun exposure. Apply a moisturizer with broad-spectrum sunscreen not only to protect your skin from everyday UV exposure but also to provide hydration, leaving it feeling softer and smoother. Broad-spectrum sunscreen protects against UVA rays, which are invisible and cannot be felt, and UVB rays, which can cause sunburn. Both types of UVB rays damage the skin, leading to accelerated collagen breakdown, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. If you're going to be in the sun all day, consider other protective measures, such as wearing long sleeves, pants, a hat, and sunglasses.

Exfoliate twice a week

As we age, cell renewal slows down. Fortunately, manual exfoliation can help you achieve healthy-looking skin in minutes. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells from the surface of your skin and promotes cell renewal. Be sure to use a gentle exfoliating product with ingredients like pomegranate and berries. It's recommended to use dermatologically tested products for safety and effectiveness.

Consume hydrolyzed collagen

After age 20, a person produces about 1% less collagen in their skin each year. During menopause, that rate increases to about 2%. Taking hydrolyzed collagen helps skin age beautifully. Hydrolyzed collagen works both inside and out to support the skin's structure. It can stimulate collagen production, which can support skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. For added benefits, some products also contain antioxidants and minerals that promote healthy nails and hair. Look for products with clinical studies to validate claims and effectiveness.

As women age, they can follow these tips to keep their skin looking its best. With age, skin produces less oil and becomes more delicate and thin, making it more susceptible to damage. Using gentle products and protecting the skin from the sun can help minimize the signs of aging and maintain radiant skin. Taking hydrolyzed collagen may rejuvenate the skin's appearance. Growing old can be beautiful And sometimes, women in their 60s can feel proud, especially when they have the tools to help them take control.

- Associated Consultants of Central America