Skin Through the Decades: A Guide to Medical-Grade Skincare and Treatments

Your skin health evolves with time. Achieving radiant, youthful skin is all about having the right treatments and products at the right time. Here’s a cheat sheet of recommended Aspect Dr products and in-clinic treatments available at MMP Hornsby according to your age group! Individual results may vary and a medical consultation with Dr Denise Huang or Dr Zhixin Ning is required before treatment bookings. Please visit www.cosmedicaldoctors.com for more information.

20s: The Foundation

• Changes: Collagen production is at its peak but starts to decline around age 25. Hormonal fluctuations may cause occasional breakouts. Sun damage begins to accumulate.
• Recommended Products:
  • Aspect Dr Deep Clean: A gentle cleanser to remove impurities without stripping the skin.
  • Aspect Dr Active C Serum: Provides antioxidant protection and brightens the skin.
  • Sunscreen: Use Aspect Physical Sun SPF 50+ for daily sun protection.
• Recommended Treatments: 
  • SkinPen Microneedling: Stimulates collagen and elastic production to improve skin texture and tone. Also effective for acne scarring reduction.

30s: The First Signs

• Changes: Fine lines and dullness may appear as collagen and elastin production decrease. Skin may lose some of its youthful glow.
• Recommended Products:
  • Aspect Dr Exfol A Serum: Retinol stimulates cell turnover, boosts collagen production and reduces fine lines.
  • Aspect Dr Multi B Plus Serum: Hydrates and improves skin texture.
  • Aspect Dr Intensive C Serum: Provides antioxidant protection and brightness.
  • Sunscreen: Opt for Aspect Sun Tinted Physical SPF 50+ to prevent dryness and hyperpigmentation.
• Recommended treatments:
  • SkinPen Microneedling
  • Rejuran: Injectable treatment derived from salmon DNA polynucleotides used to promote skin repair, hydration and elasticity.

40s: Deeper Lines

• Changes: Skin becomes thinner and less elastic. Pigmentation issues and dryness may become more prominent.
• Recommended Products:
  • Aspect Dr Resveratrol Moisturising Cream: Strengthens the skin barrier and locks in moisture.
  • Aspect Dr Exfol A Serum: Retinol stimulates cell turnover, boosts collagen production and reduces fine lines.
  • Aspect Dr Complete Pigment Plus Serum: Contains tranexamic acid, niacinamide and Vit C to even skin tone and combat pigmentation.
  • Aspect Dr Pentahydration Serum: Contains hyaluronic acid to restore intense moisture and suppleness.
  • Sunscreen: Opt for Aspect Sun Tinted Physical SPF 50+ to prevent dryness and hyperpigmentation or Aspect Physical Sun SPF 50+ for oily and acne prone skin. 
• Recommended treatments:
  • Anti-wrinkle treatment: Temporarily relaxes facial muscles to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Korean Glass Facial: Injectable procedure that combines micro-doses of prescription medication and hydrating agents to achieve a radiant and dewy complexion. 
  • SkinPen Microneedling
  • Rejuran injections

50s and Beyond: Mature Skin

• Changes: Menopause-related hormonal changes can lead to increased dryness, sagging, and sensitivity.
• Recommended Products:
  • Aspect Dr Penta-Hydration Serum: Provides intense hydration and nourishment.
  • Aspect Dr Optiboost Serum: The ultimate antioxidant cocktail to nourish and revive aging skin.
  • Aspect Dr Exfol A Serum: Retinol stimulates cell turnover, boosts collagen production and reduces fine lines.
  • Aspect Dr Resveratrol Moisturising Cream: Strengthens the skin barrier and locks in moisture.
  • Sunscreen: Use Aspect Sun CC cream SPF 50+ with colour correction and antioxidant protection.
• Recommended Treatments:
  • Anti-wrinkle treatment
  • Rejuran injections
  • Skinpen Microneedling
  • Korean Glass Facial