Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations.

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation.

Glowing skin, right this way.

A collage of skincare products for 40-Year-Olds we recommend on a gray background

Byrdie / Kevin Liang

These changes may require us to tweak our routines and regimens so we are properly caring for our complexion.

Geeta Yadav, MD.

She also notes that skin laxity and enlarged pores are common, too.

Nordstrom NuFACE TRINITY+ Starter Kit

PHOTO: Nordstrom

We alsotestedseveral options in the real world, which helped us land on these top-performing, age-defying products.

Her skin felt insanely smooth, soft, and toned, and her newfound glow was virtuallyglass-like.

You might recognize these periwinkle blue hydrogel eye masks from its celebrity clientele fanbase.

Hanacure The All-In-One Facial Starter

PHOTO: Bergdorf Goodman

you could even keep them in the fridge for an added cryo-like boost.

We do wish a few more masks came in each package, considering the price tag.

Unlike many similar rich creams, this formula feels lightweight and absorbs quickly.

111SKIN Sub Zero De-Puffing Eye Mask

PHOTO: Bluemercury

Retinol is FDA-approved for fine lines and wrinkles and helps with cell turnover, she says.

You may also have to start using it just a few times a week to build up a tolerance.

The only downside is the consistency might feel too runny for some.

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2

PHOTO: Dermstore

Obviously, we love all these study-backed results, but some may not love the product’s strong scent.

Bonus: the cooling rollerball applicator makes massaging the delicate area simple and relaxing.

The only issue we’ve found with the product is the rollerball can get stuck occasionally.

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream

PHOTO: Amazon

The exfoliants main ingredient issalicylic acid,the most commonly used beta-hydroxy acid.

There’s nothing not to love except that some said the product felt a little sticky.

We love this lightweight Tatcha formula, SPF 50 protection, and hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to hydrate.

SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0 Maximum Strength Refining Night Cream

PHOTO: Dermstore

However, some reviewers noted the packaging can be frustrating and messy.

The Barcelona-based brand ISDIN developed K-Ox Eyes specifically to ease dark circles and puffiness.

According to the brand, visibly illuminated skin appears within 28 days of consistent use.

SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream

PHOTO: SkinBetter

It also tightens the skin with Haloxyl and improves elasticity with hyaluronic acid.

That said, the results may not be super dramatic.

The celeb-beloved line recently launched its first cleanser, which took Craig five years to perfect.

Soho Skin Renewal Serum

PHOTO: Space NK

Its never too late to take care of your skin.

Its possible to not only maintain healthy skin butimproveit in your 40s.

Consistency is key to seeing results.

Skin Medica TNS Advanced+ Serum

PHOTO: Dermstore

Bonus glow points if you tap a face oil atop of your moisturizer, too.

Also, carefully try masks and peels (again, carefully!)

for a quick glow.

Dermalogica Biolumin-C Vitamin C Serum

PHOTO: Ulta

Dr. Yadav recommends keeping these to once or twice a week.

Be sure to follow the packaging instructions, too.

When in doubt, take care of yourself while taking care of your skin.

Osea Ocean Eyes Age Defying Eye Serum

PHOTO: Credo Beauty

Bissett DL, Oblong JE, Berge CA.

Niacinamide: A B vitamin that improves aging facial skin appearance.Dermatol Surg.

2016;15(1):49-57. doi:10.1111/jocd.12193

Brand MD, Orr AL, Perevoshchikova IV, Quinlan CL.

Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

PHOTO: Amazon

The role of mitochondrial function and cellular bioenergetics in ageing and disease.Br J Dermatol.

2012;7(1):9-10.

Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL.

Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen

PHOTO: Sephora

Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical tool of Some Plant Oils.Int J Mol Sci.

2017;19(1):70.

Published 2017 Dec 27. doi:10.3390/ijms19010070

Jeong S, Yoon S, Kim S, et al.

Isdin K-Ox Under-Eye Brightening Cream

PHOTO: Amazon

Anti-Wrinkle Benefits of Peptides Complex Stimulating Skin Basement Membrane Proteins Expression.Int J Mol Sci.

2019;21(1):73.

Published 2019 Dec 20. doi:10.3390/ijms21010073

Furtuna Skin Biphase Moisturizing Oil

PHOTO: Nordstrom

U Beauty The Mantle Skin Conditioning Wash

PHOTO: Nordstrom