Experts Express The Right Skincare For The Age Of 20s To 50s

JAKARTA - Every age of change in the body must occur, including in the skin. As you get older, your skin will also evolve and need various special treatments.

Dermatologists and aesthetics say there are differences in skincare content that is suitable for each age, ranging from the age of 20, 30, 40, and 50. The skincare content is claimed to be in accordance with skin problems experienced by people at a certain age, as follows.

1. Niacinamine for the 20s

In their 20s, the skin undergoes many changes due to hormones, lifestyle, and environmental influences. Niacinamide plays a major role in maintaining the balance of the skin at that age.

"It is important to start using the right active ingredients before entering the age of 30. Niacinamide is very effective at strengthening barrier skins, reducing acne, and inflammation that often occurs in this phase," said physician aesthetic, Dr. Geetika Mittal Gupta, quoted from Vogue India, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Niacinamide is safe for all skin types to use. To get maximum results, apply niacinamide twice a day.

2. Ferulic acid for the 30s

Entering the age of 30, signs of premature aging such as fine lines and hyperpegmentation began to emerge. It is at this age time to use skincare that contains ferriic acid, a strong antioxidants originating from plants.

"Ferulic acid has the ability to neutralize free radicals that cause aging. It also helps reduce wrinkles, improve skin tone, and restore facial congestion," said the facial plastic surprise, Dr. Yash Metha.

3. Exosome for the age of 40

Exosome is a major breakthrough in skincare for skin rejuvenation. This content is suitable for those in their 40s, because it works thoroughly on skin cells.

The 'Exosome' functions as a 'message carrier' between cells that accelerates the skin repair process. This content is ideally used in the 40s because it helps naturally regenerate the skin without side effects," he added.

"With daily use, usually the effect begins to appear in 3 to 4 months," he continued.

4. Bakuchiol for the 50s

Bakuchiol is a skincare content known as a natural version of retinol. This content is suitable for use in the 50s, which with natural antioxidant content can reduce wrinkles, disguise black spots, and maintain skin texture.

Bakuchiol is a natural version of softer and suitable retinol for ripe skin. It has similar benefits without the risk of irritation or sensitivity to sunlight," he concluded.