How Your Skin Changes with Age, And What You Can Do About It
- Just Aesthetics
- May 21
- 3 min read
Our skin is a living organ that evolves with us. From baby-soft texture in our youth to more noticeable lines and volume changes later in life, these transformations are natural. But just because aging is inevitable doesn’t mean we can’t take control. Understanding how your skin changes by decade helps you choose the right skincare habits and aesthetic treatments to support skin health, prevent damage, and maintain a youthful appearance.
At Just Aesthetics, we specialize in advanced, age-appropriate treatments that help clients of all ages feel confident in their skin. Let’s explore what happens as the skin ages—and what you can do to keep it looking its best.

In Your 20s: Build a Strong Foundation
What to expect: In your 20s, your skin is still youthful, plump, and generally resilient. However, this is when early signs of sun damage start to show, especially if you've skipped sunscreen. You may also experience occasional breakouts, uneven tone, or textural issues from hormonal shifts, stress, or poor product choices.
Recommended treatments and habits:
Regular Facials: Professional deep cleansing keeps pores clear and supports a balanced complexion.
Chemical Peels: Light peels help remove dead skin, brighten dullness, and fade early pigmentation.
Antioxidant Serums (like Vitamin C): Fight free radical damage and help prevent premature aging.
Daily Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen: Prevents future pigmentation, collagen loss, and fine lines.
Why it matters:The skincare and protection habits you develop now will determine how your skin ages later. Prevention is key in your 20s.
In Your 30s: Address the First Signs of Aging
What to expect: Your 30s are when collagen production begins to slow down, and the first fine lines and wrinkles may appear, especially around the eyes, forehead, and mouth. Skin may begin to feel drier or less vibrant due to decreased cell turnover and environmental exposure.
Recommended treatments and habits:

Microneedling (Collagen Induction Therapy): Stimulates collagen and elastin to reduce early lines and improve texture.
Skin Boosters: Injectable hydration treatments that restore moisture and radiance from within.
Reduce Wrinkle Treatment: Light muscle relaxants soften dynamic lines before they become deeply etched.
Medical-Grade Skincare: Incorporate retinols, peptides, and hydration-based products to enhance your home care routine.
Why it matters: Early treatments in your 30s can help preserve your skin's firmness and glow, making aging more gradual and graceful.
In Your 40s and 50s: Restore and Rebuild
What to expect: These decades often bring more dramatic changes, such as loss of facial volume, deeper wrinkles, sun spots, and skin sagging, especially around the jawline and under the eyes. Hormonal changes may also affect your skin's thickness, hydration, and resilience.
Recommended treatments and habits:
Volume Treatment: Restore volume in areas like the cheeks, nasolabial folds, and temples to support facial structure.
Reduce Wrinkle Treatment: Smooth deep expression lines and prevent them from worsening.
Exosome Therapy: A regenerative treatment using stem cell-derived exosomes to heal damaged skin and stimulate new cell growth.
NAD+ Therapy: Promotes cellular repair and supports collagen production from within for stronger, healthier skin.
Pigmentation Treatments: Address age spots, melasma, and sun damage with targeted therapies like chemical peels or mesotherapy.
Why it matters: In your 40s and 50s, collagen support and volume restoration become essential. These treatments help reverse visible aging signs and rebuild skin health at the cellular level.

In Your 60s and Beyond: Nourish and Support
What to expect:As we age further, the skin becomes thinner, drier, and more fragile. You may notice deeper folds, loss of elasticity, and slower healing. The focus at this stage shifts to maintenance, nourishment, and comfort.
Recommended treatments and habits:

Gentle Chemical Peels: Light exfoliation to brighten and refresh mature skin without irritation.
Hydrating Facials: Deep moisture infusions that restore comfort and elasticity.
Targeted Anti-Aging Treatments: Techniques like PDO threads, skin boosters, and low-dose injectables can still offer visible rejuvenation.
Barrier-Repair Skincare: Use lipid-rich creams, ceramides, and hydrating serums to protect the skin from dryness and damage.
Why it matters: Age doesn't mean you have to give up on glowing skin. With the right treatments and hydration-focused care, your skin can stay radiant, firm, and healthy well into your 60s and beyond.
Aging Gracefully with Just Aesthetics
Aging is natural, but it’s possible to do it beautifully and confidently with the right guidance. Whether you’re in your 20s and want to prevent early signs of damage or you're in your 60s looking for hydration and comfort, Just Aesthetics offers safe, science-based solutions customised to your age and skin type.
Ready to start your skin journey?
Book a personalised consultation at Just Aesthetics and let our expert team guide you. We will take the time to understand your skin concerns, recommend the most effective treatments, and answer all your questions, so you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
Email: Info@justaesthetics.com.au
Call: 0474 224 496
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