Face, Body and Fragile Areas: An Ageing-Skin Routine
Mature skin benefits from treating the face, broad body areas and particularly fragile zones as related—but not identical—jobs. Use a gentle fragrance-free cleanser, short warm washes and a creamy moisturiser within a few minutes of bathing. Add broad-spectrum sunscreen to exposed skin.
Start here.
- Mature skin benefits from treating the face, broad body areas and particularly fragile zones as related—but not identical—jobs.
- Introduce retinoids and exfoliating acids cautiously; stacking anti-ageing products can irritate already dry skin. Bath oils can increase slip risk.
- Seek assessment for sudden severe itch, non-healing areas, infection signs, rapidly changing lesions, unexplained bruising or dryness linked to a new medicine.
Why this distinction matters
Mature skin benefits from treating the face, broad body areas and particularly fragile zones as related—but not identical—jobs.
Skin commonly becomes drier and thinner with age, loses water more easily and may bruise or heal more slowly. Medicines and health conditions can also contribute. Moisturiser can improve comfort and temporarily soften fine dehydration lines; it cannot reverse every structural change or explain sudden widespread itch.
Build the practical plan
Use a gentle fragrance-free cleanser, short warm washes and a creamy moisturiser within a few minutes of bathing. Add broad-spectrum sunscreen to exposed skin.
Hot water, strong soaps, low indoor humidity, multiple anti-ageing actives and reduced oil production can worsen dryness.
- Reduce the exposure or habit that keeps restarting the problem.
- Choose the least complicated suitable texture.
- Change one part of the routine at a time.
Choose products by role
Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, dimethicone and petrolatum can all contribute. The most effective formula is one that feels comfortable enough for regular use.
A relevant reviewed option is CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream. A fragrance-free night cream with ceramides, niacinamide, peptides and hyaluronic acid.
Know the stop signs
Introduce retinoids and exfoliating acids cautiously; stacking anti-ageing products can irritate already dry skin. Bath oils can increase slip risk.
Seek assessment for sudden severe itch, non-healing areas, infection signs, rapidly changing lesions, unexplained bruising or dryness linked to a new medicine.
Common questions,
carefully answered.
What is the first step for face, body and fragile areas: an ageing-skin routine?+
Use a gentle fragrance-free cleanser, short warm washes and a creamy moisturiser within a few minutes of bathing. Add broad-spectrum sunscreen to exposed skin.
Should I add an exfoliant?+
Not automatically. Introduce retinoids and exfoliating acids cautiously; stacking anti-ageing products can irritate already dry skin. Bath oils can increase slip risk.
When is professional advice more appropriate?+
Seek assessment for sudden severe itch, non-healing areas, infection signs, rapidly changing lesions, unexplained bruising or dryness linked to a new medicine.
How this guide was prepared
This educational guide uses authoritative dermatology and health information. It does not diagnose a condition or replace personalised medical advice.
Published 16 January 2025. Last updated 17 February 2026. Product recommendations describe moisturising roles, not treatment outcomes.