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Quick & Easy Anti-Aging Skincare Routine – The Essentials!

Here’s a Quick & Easy Anti-Aging Skincare Routine featuring just the Essentials!

This is a pared-down version of my full skincare routine for those who want to save time and/or money. These are the products with the active ingredients I’d choose if I could only have a few… and it’s great for travel too!

Links to my full morning and evening skincare routines are below.

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Morning Skincare Routine for Younger Looking Skin

Evening Skincare Routine for Younger Looking Skin

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35 Responses to "Quick & Easy Anti-Aging Skincare Routine – The Essentials!"

Rouba says:

October 3, 2017 at 5:08 pm

Hi Angie, I just discovered your videos as I’m going into my 40’s and my face and skin started to deteriorate so fast! You look amazing, so I’m about to go shopping for all the products you suggested for the day/night routine – hopefully we have them all in Canada. The only things I ever used before were a cleanser and a moisturizer, so I did some sun damage over the years. As I’m doing my search now I’m hearing about toners and tonics, what’s the difference between them, and do you use them – if not why? Thank you!

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Celine Collins says:

August 7, 2017 at 5:01 pm

Hi Angie, I first found you a few years ago when looking for remedies for hooded eyelids, and you have been my “online friend” ever since! You’re that friend and neighbour that we all wish we had. 🙂

I have a question for you: you never talk about home spa treatments such as clay masks, exfoliating, etc., and I was wondering if you could talk about those products? Do you ever go get a facial? I know you get Botox and other treatments, but what about a regular spa facial?

Would love to hear your thoughts on that, and definitely your recommendations/reviews of various products that allow an at-home spa treatment. Thanks for your wonderful work!

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1. Angie says:
  
  August 22, 2017 at 10:35 pm
  
  Hi Celine, sorry for the delay in replying but I was on vacation in early August and I’m just catching up on comments now, but wanted to say thanks for such a lovely complement and for being my online friend!! I used to get spa treatments but haven’t gotten many in the last 5 years. I do enjoy the occasional relaxing face mask but don’t really do many at-home spa treatments. Have a great day! xo ~angie
  
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Maria says:

June 19, 2017 at 12:17 pm

Hello Angie,
I just got the Differin. From watching your videos, I am assuming I should ease into my skin like it’s needed with the retin a, is that correct?
I started using the cerave retinol about a week and a half ago. I am getting some peeling on my nose, lol looks funny. Just want to be extra careful with the Differin. Thank you

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Agnes says:

June 4, 2017 at 11:12 am

Hi Angie I really love your videos!! I want to start on Retin A and I saw your suggestion for discount price on GoodRx. Do you have any other way on how to get the best price on this product?
Can’t wait for your response.
Once again so excited about finding you.

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1. Angie says:
  
  June 13, 2017 at 7:56 pm
  
  Sorry, goodrx is your best bet.
  
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2. Deb says:
  
  July 4, 2017 at 12:28 pm
  
  Do you vacation outside of the US? Do you have a friend vacationing outside of the US? That’s how I buy mine. A couple times I’ve bought it in Mexico at Costco. Other times, I just buy it at a pharmacy that I happen to be walking by in a tourist area. I’ve been doing this for more than 10 years and last time I bought the 1% version which is pricier I think I paid around $30. One tube last for a very long time.
  
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lanae says:

May 15, 2017 at 3:08 pm

Hi Angie.

I just bought the Differin Gel about 4 days ago. I do not have acne, but really want the benefits of a Retinoid and refuse to pay for Retin-a. I have used the Differin for two nights (every other) with the Timeless and have used sunscreen every day even though I’m avoiding the sun as much as possible. I’m sure this question has been asked and answered in your other posts, but my SKIN. Omg!! It’s breaking out so bad. It looks like my forehead and chest are one big rash.

Did you actually try Differin or are you only using Retin-a. I’m just curious if this breakout is normal, how long will the breakout last and if I should perhaps switch to the Differin cream vs the gel?

Thanks

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1. Angie says:
  
  May 22, 2017 at 7:07 pm
  
  I did try the Differin gel on my neck but instead of using it sparingly and only once a week I just plunged right in and used it every other night… within a week my neck was one red, itchy, rash! I guess when they say it’s less irritating, they mean just a tiny bit less, so please be careful with it and take it slow. I stopped using it and my neck was back to normal after another week, but I haven’t used it since.
  
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Pat says:

May 13, 2017 at 2:59 pm

Hi Angie,

I watch all of your videos. The time and effort that you put into them shows. They are very informative. I was wondering if you still use Tight Eye. You seemed to think it was effective when you first tried it. Thanks!

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1. Angie says:
  
  May 22, 2017 at 7:10 pm
  
  I did think it worked pretty well, but after a couple months I found it was pretty drying to my under eye area plus waiting the 5 minutes every day and then washing it off became so cumbersome that when I ran out I didn’t get any more…
  
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Robbie says:

May 3, 2017 at 3:08 pm

Hi Angie,

My apologies if you have mentioned this elsewhere, but when during your routine would you apply self tanner to your face/neck/chest? Just before the sunscreen? Would you still use all the other products when using self tanners?

Also, do you have a favorite cosmetics travel bag that you can recommend?

Thanks so much!

Robbie

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1. Robbie says:
  
  May 3, 2017 at 3:14 pm
  
  And which self tanner do you use on your face? I am prone to breakouts as well.
  
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2. Ciindi says:
  
  May 19, 2017 at 7:35 pm
  
  I am curious too! I’m so pale without a self-tanner!
  
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carole klein says:

April 28, 2017 at 5:26 pm

I am looking for an eye cream & there is no place to ask for an eye cream recommendation.

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1. Angie says:
  
  May 2, 2017 at 10:05 am
  
  That’s because I don’t use a separate eye cream since I’m already getting the most effective anti-aging actives in all my other lotions/serums. I put the non-acid ones on my eye area and the acids (lactic, retinoids, vitamin c) under my eyes but not on eyelids. If you want to use an eye cream, I like the ones from Timeless Skincare, Paula’s Choice, or Olay.
  
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Melinda says:

April 9, 2017 at 6:37 am

Hi Angie, I’m turning 30 this year so looking to get into an anti-aging routine. Somehow I’ve stumbled across your site and am finding it so incredibly helpful . Is there any advice you would give to someone looking to start out with a preventative routine? Do you think 30 is too young to start using these anti-aging products?

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1. Angie says:
  
  April 10, 2017 at 11:35 pm
  
  Hi Melinda~ I’m glad you found me and like my blog! 30 is the perfect age to start anti-aging since that’s when the body starts to make less of the chemicals that help skin look and feel young. You can do as much or as little as you want, but the most important thing is sunscreen every day. And if you’re pregnant or going to become pregnant you can’t use retinoids. Best, ~angie
  
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Becky Jumps says:

April 4, 2017 at 2:27 am

Angie, Have you ever tried the Visual Changes line of products, my estatisan uses it and I have bought several times like their face cleaning items, SPF 30 and eye creams. I would love your opinion on these items.

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Peggy Russo says:

April 1, 2017 at 2:49 pm

Hi Angie,
Just wondering about your thoughts on the NEW Hydropeptide Solar Defense product. They now have what they call “Solar Defense Tinted SPF 30” which I am assuming is the original formula and “Solar Defense Non Tinted SPF 50”. I have been using the original product since I first saw it on one of your videos about 2 years ago and I love it!

I’ve learned so much from you, which proves that you actually can teach an old dog new tricks! Thanks so much for all the information.

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Theresa says:

March 29, 2017 at 4:53 pm

Hi Angie !
I have been using Paula’s Choice strongest retinol product for about a year and aha’s for many years, and I have pretty tuff skin. Wondering if I should start with .025 or .05 Retin-a. Thanks for your help. From watching your videos it looks like you started with .05, is that right?

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Kathy Martinez says:

March 28, 2017 at 2:40 am

I was ordering if you ever compared Avon products with your all time best products.

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Carolina says:

March 27, 2017 at 6:46 pm

Hey Angie!!
Have you tried the Sesderma vitamin-c intensive serum? Its the only serum that I can find in Costa Rica with a hi dose of ascorbic acid. looking foward for your opinion on it.
Thanks a lot!!

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Judy Sinsheimer says:

March 25, 2017 at 10:20 am

Hi Angie,
I notice you are not including Olay Regenerest anymore. I was wondering why?

I would be interested in a video about sun spot creams. It doesn’t look like you have this issue. I do ☹️.

Foundation Friday on Bobbi Brown tinted moisturizer Or foundation would be good

Thanks for your web site. I have followed many of your skin care suggestions.

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1. Kathy says:
  
  April 11, 2017 at 12:46 pm
  
  I wondered about the Olay Regenerist too!
  
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  1. Emily Miller says:
    
    August 16, 2017 at 6:18 pm
    
    Me too! I’ve been using it for about 9 months, per Angie, but it’s too heavy and feels like it all just ends up on my pillow. I wish she gave lighter alternatives for the things she thinks are important for us to use in the cream.
    
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2. Celine Collins says:
  
  August 7, 2017 at 5:03 pm
  
  I’m also interested in a review of sun spot creams, as I have tried a wide variety of products with no results. I have quite a “graveyard” of abandoned sun spot products that don’t do a thing!
  
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  1. Emily Miller says:
    
    August 16, 2017 at 6:19 pm
    
    Ditto here! I even went through her sun spots tagged posts and don’t see anything for it. Possibly she deals with them from the laser treatments?
    
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  2. Angie says:
    
    August 22, 2017 at 10:30 pm
    
    I didn’t get results with spot creams either. I find IPL and laser treatments to be much more effective and much quicker although of course much more expensive.
    
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Lori says:

March 25, 2017 at 8:16 am

Hello, I really appreciate and enjoy your posts and videos. Could you provide me with the brand and color of lipstick you’re wearing in the 3/24/17 video? Thank you and looking forward to next weeks video.

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jane says:

March 24, 2017 at 6:38 pm

Angie, how long were you on the tretinoin .05% before you made the jump up to the .1%?
I’m curious as I’ve been on the .05% for a year now and tolerating it quite well. Wondering if I should think about getting the stronger formulation.
Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

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1. carla del castillo says:
  
  April 25, 2017 at 5:03 pm
  
  Hey Jane, I would suggest you to increase 1 day per month. That´s what I am doing, and everything is going smooth with my face.
  
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Paula says:

March 24, 2017 at 5:16 pm

Hi, Angie!

Love your videos and really appreciate the knowledge you bring to us. So, a big thank you to you.

One question with regard to prescription retinoids. You say you avoid your eye area, but isn’t one of the uses of retinoids to get rid of lines around the eyes? I just received a prescription of the lowest dosage and was definitely going to use it in the eye area – at least on the crows feet area.

Thanks!
Paula

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Lisa Safer says:

March 24, 2017 at 2:31 pm

How do u get the Hydropeptide spf it is always sold out?

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ana says:

March 24, 2017 at 11:36 am

Love that you actually research the ingredients! I use the Cerave on and off but it really flares my rosacea. I found reviva labs cream that has alpha-lipoic acid in the cream and that seems to really help with my rosacea. I think I’ve given up on Retin-a. Menopause has helped with having less acne and the retin A also made my rosacea worse.
Always looking for new and wonderful products and we all love that you are the guinea pig!
p.s. never did see the video on who won that electric stimulator but hope who ever got it reports back!

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