As you get older your beauty regime will need to change to combat the increasing signs of aging.

You’ll notice that some things you ‘got away with’ in your 20s, such as keeping make up on all night, will not be such a good idea in your 30s or 40s.

When you’re younger you might not have to be as disciplined with a set beauty regime, but if you get into good habits early on you’ll definitely see the benefits later.

Here are some handy beauty tips for your age range:

Twenty-something

Experts say the best time to start looking after your skin is when you’re in your 20s.

Find out which products work for your skin type, for instance if you suffer from acne or oily skin, then develop a daily routine involving a gentle but effective cleanser, toner and moisturiser.

If you invest in a sunscreen at this age, with SPF factor 15 or 20 which protects from both UVA and UVB rays, your older skin will thank you for it.

Sun damage might not be visible yet but it will start to show up as you move into your 30s.

Thirty-something

This is usually the decade when we are under most stress as we try to find balance between work and life commitments such as starting a family.

Stress shows up in your appearance, as free radicals run riot, and cause wrinkles, make your hair go grey and increase skin pigmentation.

Experts advise adopting a completely healthy lifestyle to make sure your skin ages well, including following a balanced diet with plenty of water, fruit and vegetables and adopting a regular exercise routine.

You should exfoliate frequently and start using eye creams to combat the appearance of fine laughter lines.

Your 30s is the best time to slowly introduce retinol as your go-to beauty product. Retinol is a derivative of Vitamin A and the most scientifically proven ingredient in skincare, but it is potent, so always follow the instructions.

Forty-something

Hormone changes in your 40s will impact the look of your skin increasing dryness and deeper wrinkles. Your skin retains less moisture at this age so you may also notice some sagging as you lose elasticity.

A serum which contains a trifecta of Vitamins A, B and C will boost collagen and help replenish skin cells.

You could try a prescription retinoid aimed at reducing brown spots, increasing collagen production and thickening the epidermis. If your skin can’t tolerate a retinoid every night, use it three times a week.

Apply a serum containing peptides or antioxidant ingredients, such as lycopene, green tea, or soy, alternating them every other day.

Source: Oprah.com