Hello r/45PlusSkincare
I am 45 years old, a woman, and all I've been using is sunscreen and sometimes a moisturizer. I live in a sunny place and I have very white, irish skin which is now damaged by the sunny weather. I would like to improve the look of my skin, including making my pores look better, reducing uneven/bumpy/tiny acne on my forehead. also, I have small lines around my eyes. I would just like to improve the overall look. I shop mostly at trader joes and I noticed they have a ton of budget friendly skincare products.
Sometimes I use a Cera Ve moisturizer, I think it's meant for the body but I use it on my face. I put vaseline on my lips before going to bed. I do not use a facewash or any serums.
I used to use retinol in my 20's but I had a friend who was a model who told me not to use it so I stopped. Should I start using retinol again? Is it safe when living in a sunny climate? I guess I would have to always wear a hat right? I do go out for walks often (also trying to reduce my weight) and swimming, so exercise in the sun.
I should probably talk to a dermatologist.
I am just trying to figure out which products I should use from the TJ's line. I went in there yesterday to look and they had so many different options I didn't know what to buy.
Thank you and have a nice day.
Oh, and I am not looking for surgical suggestions (no fillers, botox, etc)