15 best face creams after 40

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective, does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The older a woman is, the more changes occur to her skin. Turgor and elasticity are lost. As a result, wrinkles appear. Small and barely noticeable at first, then deep. Age 40 is considered critical. Around this period, the entire hormonal background changes. Estrogen levels begin to decline, and the skin sags, losing moisture. Therefore, it is so important at this stage to choose the right care products. The skin should receive intensive nourishment and hydration. And it can be done by using the right anti-aging cream that perfectly matches the skin's characteristics.

How to choose the right face cream after 40 years

Skin care after 40 years consists of cleansing, moisturizing and nourishing. Correctly selected milk, lotion or tonic will not only give you a good mood, but also partially protect against premature aging. But the main role in getting rid of the signs of aging is given to the cream. After all, it is he who aims to solve the main problems after 40 years: loss of turgor, the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation, dull complexion. Such a purchase should be approached carefully. When choosing, you must be guided by the rules:

1. Composition. You need to choose products with a natural composition. This will protect against unexpected allergies and give better results than artificial creams.
2. Choose by age. Each age series adapts to the problems of a particular age. You should not use creams with a 40+ limit in your youth. This will not get rid of problems, on the contrary, it will create new ones.
3. Skin type. You should look at the packaging, and understand what type of skin the product is intended for. For owners of oily skin, it is better to choose light cream with an anti-inflammatory effect. But ladies with dry – on the contrary, a more nutritious composition.
4. The period of use. It is important to know what time of day to use the cream. After all, some act only during the day, while others fight wrinkles only at night.
5. Quality. It is better to buy in trusted stores, paying attention to the expiration date. After all, expired products are harmful not only to the skin, but to the body as a whole.

We have compiled a rating of the best facial care products after 40 years. Data based on expert advice and feedback from women.

Rating of the best face creams after 40 years

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive face creams after 40	1	Mi&ko МАК 45+	RUB 620
	2	Health&Beauty Face Care	649 r
	3	Levrana Cranberry 40+, anti-aging	RUB 550
	4	l'Oreal Paris Age Expert 45+	288 r
	5	Dr. Konopka'S Active Face Cream Age-defying	394 RUB
The best face creams after 40 years: the middle price segment	1	Dr. Jart Time Returning Cream	RUB 8,525
	2	Clarins Extra-firming	RUB 6,770
	3	Biotherm Blue Therapy Red Algae Cream	RUB 5 350
	4	Declare Q10 Age Control Cream	RUB 3,349
	5	Ahava Mineral Radiance	RUB 1,439
The best premium face creams after 40 years	1	Sensai Cellular Perfomance Lifting Radiance Cream	RUB 16 720
	2	Swiss Line Luxe-lift	RUB 16,765
	3	Kanebo Skin-tightening Cream	RUB 11,305
	4	Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme +	RUB 5,665
	5	l'Occitane divine immortelle	RUB 7,980

The best inexpensive face creams after 40

Крем для лица дневной 45+ “Мак” Mi&ko

Rating: 4.8

The natural composition of the product helps to achieve the desired effect and protect the skin from age-related problems. Helichrysum and poppy seed oil are excellent antioxidants, so the anti-wrinkle effect will not be long in coming. After use, the elasticity of the skin will increase, it will become incredibly taut. Facial features will become sharper.

Moreover, the anti-aging cream is pleasant to use. It has an unobtrusive scent and is easy to apply. But the owners of oily or combination skin note that it can clog pores. Due to its heavy structure, it is recommended to use the cream during the winter season.

Advantages

• tightens the contour;
• effective in combating wrinkles;
• leaves a feeling of freshness after application.

disadvantages

• not everyone likes the scent;
• not suitable for oily skin.

Health&Beauty Face Care

Rating: 4.8

In the presented rating, this is the best cream after 40 years when used in the cold season. It perfectly removes the feeling of skin tightness, and also perfectly nourishes and moisturizes. But despite its dense texture, the cream is quickly absorbed without leaving a film or greasy residue.

The result from the application is noticeable immediately. The skin becomes lighter thanks to the sea buckthorn included in the composition. The complexion looks more healthy and matte. The feeling of dryness and tightness disappears. And if you use the cream regularly, the skin becomes firm and smooth. This effect is due to the natural composition of the cream. In addition to sea buckthorn, which has powerful antioxidant properties, this includes vitamins A, E and C, green tea extract, and calendula oil.

Advantages

• tightens and tones;
• brightens;
• helps to smooth out superficial wrinkles;
• has a neutral aroma.

disadvantages

• according to reviews, it is not suitable for use in the summer.

Levrana Cranberry 40+, anti-aging

Rating: 4.7

The rating would be incomplete without a cream from a Russian manufacturer with completely natural ingredients and an affordable cost. The main component of the product, as the name implies, is cranberry. This northern berry ripens later than others, accumulating many useful substances by this time. The composition includes vitamins and amino acids that are so necessary for the skin, which is slightly over 40. The cream has a dense texture and is not absorbed quickly. At the same time, it is great for a makeup base.

In terms of effectiveness, the anti-aging cream is also quite good. It is not aimed at performing supernatural tasks of removing wrinkles by 100%. But it is capable of maintaining the skin in good condition. It perfectly moisturizes and tightens the oval of the face, preventing collagen breakdown. Suitable for combination and dry skin.

Advantages

• intense hydration;
• natural composition;
• gives freshness.

disadvantages

• according to reviews has a kind of herbal aroma, for an amateur.

l'Oreal Paris Age Expert 45+

Rating: 4.6

Anti-aging cream from the delusional brand l'Oreal takes a worthy place in the ranking, as it contains retinols and peptides that help to cope with age-related changes just after 45 years. There is a result in the reviews, and not bad. The skin becomes firm and radiant. Suitable for dry to normal skin. There are positive reviews and when used on combination skin, dry areas are softened, and oily areas are not clogged. The face after use looks well-groomed and fresh.

The consistency of l'Oreal Paris Expert Age 45+ is heavy. And more suitable for the autumn-winter period. But, oddly enough, after application, the cream does not leave a greasy or sticky feeling. Well absorbed and suitable for use under makeup. In addition, the product has a pleasant aroma and attractive design.

Advantages

• tightens contours;
• absorbs quickly;
• does not get fat;
• suitable for makeup base.

disadvantages

• not suitable for oily skin.

Dr. Konopka'S Active Face Cream Age-defying

Rating: 4.5

The next place in the rating is taken by the anti-aging cream from the Estonian manufacturer Dr. Konopka'S Active Face Cream Age-defying. This trademark has existed since 1932. The manufacturer boasts cosmetics made from natural ingredients and created according to old recipes.

The anti-aging cream itself, according to reviews, really fights the first signs of aging. The face becomes dull and looks well-groomed. Pores are not clogged after use. It is absorbed excellently, but not immediately. It has good moisturizing properties, due to which the water balance is restored in the skin.

Advantages

• neutral and pleasant aroma;
• gives a matte finish;
• suitable for use in the spring and summer;
• does not clog pores and does not grease after absorption.

disadvantages

• absorbs for a long time.

The best face creams after 40 years: the middle price segment

Dr. Jart Time Returning Cream

Rating: 4.9

Unique anti-aging snail secretion cream that contains collagen and elastin. These are the components that aging skin needs. Dr. Jart Time Returning Cream after the first application visibly softens the skin without clogging the pores. Despite its thick texture, it is suitable for both summer and winter use. The cream is not absorbed immediately, but after 7-10 minutes. But it creates an excellent makeup base.

The cream has its most important effect only after 1 to 3 months. He is able to remove visible wrinkles and tighten the oval of the face. In addition, the product has a regenerating effect. Small scars, acne and other wounds heal. The aroma of the cream is specific, but not repulsive.

Advantages

• restores the structure of the skin;
• fights against shallow, but clearly visible wrinkles;
• softens;
• tightens the oval of the face.

disadvantages

• absorbs for a long time.

Clarins Extra-firming

Rating: 4.8

A worthy place in our rating is occupied by Clarins Extra-firming regenerating day cream for any skin type. The manufacturer promises a quick restoration of elasticity and firmness due to the unusual composition of the product. Anigosanthos extract is aimed at strengthening the cells that are responsible for youth. And the extract of mitracarp affects firmness and elasticity.

According to reviews, the skin is really changing. Even after the first application, intense hydration is noticeable. The surface becomes smoother, mimic wrinkles disappear. But for true effectiveness, the product must be used regularly. The cream is quite light in texture, absorbs well and has a delicate aroma. It's nice that the manufacturer took care of the reliability of the packaging. The jar is sealed under a special film. So you don't have to worry that someone has already opened this product in the store.

Advantages

• light texture;
• tightens the contour of the face;
• smoothes mimic wrinkles;
• provides a lifting effect after regular use.

disadvantages

• not suitable for use in the winter season.

Biotherm Blue Therapy Red Algae Cream

Rating: 4.8

The innovative formula Biotherm Blue Therapy Red Algae Cream will help to increase the level of collagen and elastin. Indeed, the cream contains a powerful antioxidant – Red Algae seaweed. This ingredient aims to preserve and maintain youth at the cellular level.

The anti-aging cream strengthens the skin from the first application, making it brighter and younger. But in order to fully assess the effectiveness of the product, you need to apply it for at least 28 days. At the end of the course, the number of wrinkles decreases, especially on the nasolabial folds, the lifting effect becomes noticeable on the face. The skin looks tightened, inflammation is reduced.

Advantages

• tightens;
• brightens;
• lifting effect.

disadvantages

• price.

Declare Q10 Age Control Cream

Rating: 4.8

The next place in the ranking is occupied by a brand of Swiss production. Declare Q10 Age Control Cream contains the valuable component coenzyme Q10. It is a great antioxidant, an active fighter against age-related changes. Coenzyme helps fight free radicals, thereby preventing wrinkles and loss of firmness.

Anti-aging cream perfectly moisturizes, nourishes and tightens. Herbal ingredients help fight visible irritation and inflammation. Plus, expression lines and wrinkles are a thing of the past with regular use of Declare Q10 Age Control. The product is easily absorbed without leaving an oily sheen.

Advantages

• visible effect after the first application;
• softens;
• gives a feeling of smoothness;
• pleasant and unobtrusive smell;
• fights age-related changes.

disadvantages

• according to some reviews, the cream is quickly consumed.

Ahava Mineral Radiance

Rating: 4.7

A real helper for combination skin. The product moisturizes dry areas and also removes oily shine in problem areas. Dead Sea minerals guard the youthfulness of the skin. According to reviews, the cream really smoothes fine wrinkles, gives a feeling of freshness.

In texture, it is quite light. It is easily applied and absorbed quickly. A neutral scent will suit all women, without exception, as it will not mix with the scent of perfume or other cosmetics. Perfect for a makeup base. After regular use, the cream can remove fine wrinkles, old acne scars, and even out skin tone.

Advantages

• perfectly moisturizes;
• gives a feeling of freshness;
• fights wrinkles and facial irregularities.

disadvantages

• not suitable for use in the autumn-winter period.

The best premium face creams after 40 years

Sensai Cellular Perfomance Lifting Radiance Cream

Rating: 5.0

The cosmetics of the Japanese brand will make the skin more radiant and toned. The anti-aging cream absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy sheen. Suitable for dry to combination skin without clogging pores in oily areas.

The product gives a healthy look and a radiant shine. After use, the skin really becomes denser. Looseness decreases, age-related changes come to naught. But according to some reviews, the lifting effect is still absent. Or it appears to a small extent. Sensai Cellular Perfomance Lifting Radiance Cream has a light texture, thanks to which it spreads well, absorbs quickly. You don't have to wait a lot of time to get started with makeup.

Advantages

• gives a feeling of softness;
• has a pleasant neutral aroma;
• easy to apply and quickly absorbed;
• after use, the skin is radiant and smooth.

disadvantages

• the lifting effect is weak.

Swiss Line Luxe-lift

Rating: 4.9

The best in the rating for moisturizing properties light cream gives unrivaled lightness and freshness. Swiss Line Luxe-lift is a liquid silk specially formulated for dry and dehydrated skin. Water is at the heart of youth. From its lack, aging processes are started, wrinkles appear. The cream replenishes the lack of water at the cellular level, further maintaining its balance.

The cream contains marine collagen, designed to stimulate the production of its own. Thanks to its action, fine wrinkles disappear, the skin becomes taut, the face oval is more defined. But the main feature of the anti-aging cream is that it adjusts the skin to any weather conditions. Thanks to the presence of colloidal gold and silk proteins in the composition, Swiss Line Luxe-lift creates an invisible but powerful protection against negative environmental factors. The skin will be silky and soft, regardless of the weather or the level of atmospheric pollution.

Advantages

• unsurpassed protection against adverse weather events;
• smoothing wrinkles;
• perfectly moisturizes;
• after use, the skin is firm and taut.

disadvantages

• cost.

Kanebo Skin-tightening Cream

Rating: 4.8

The cream from the Korean manufacturer has earned the trust of millions of women around the world. Its main advantage is that it seems to adjust itself to the peculiarities of the skin. Acting at the cellular level, Kanebo Skin-tightening Cream replenishes moisture loss. When applied, the product creates an invisible thin film on the surface of the face, thereby helping to retain moisture in the cells of the dermis.

The cream contains powerful antioxidants: olive and macadamia oil, orange peel extract. These components protect the epidermis from adverse environmental factors. In addition, the cream aims to restore, soften and rejuvenate the skin.

Advantages

• perfectly nourishes;
• prevents moisture loss from the skin;
• prevents aging;
• nice design.

disadvantages

• high price.

Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme +

Rating: 4.8

The next place in the ranking is taken by Estee Lauder cream. Created by nature itself, it gives an unrivaled feeling of smoothness and softness from the very first application. The structure of the cream acts in such a way that when used in the skin, the production of its own collagen and elastin is triggered.

The structure of the product is quite dense, resembling wax. And so that it is quickly absorbed without leaving a greasy feeling, there is a small feature when applying it. The anti-aging cream is applied in a small amount, first on the hand so that it “warms up” a little, and then with the fingertips, gently patting it onto the face. The result is visible after the first use. The skin becomes fresh, mimic wrinkles disappear.

Advantages

• fights wrinkles;
• the oval of the face becomes more toned;
• moisturizes and nourishes at the same time;
• gives freshness.

disadvantages

• price;
• for better absorption, apply slowly.

l'Occitane divine immortelle

Rating: 4.7

This cream from a French manufacturer is aimed at combating visible age-related changes on the skin. After regular application, wrinkles are reduced, the face becomes more toned and firmer.

According to reviews, the result can manifest itself after 5 days of use. The texture is dense and greasy. Due to this feature, it may not be suitable for all skin types. After the first few uses, l'Occitane often leaves an oily sheen. But this goes away after a few days of use. The skin should get used to such a remedy. But the result of the cream will not keep you waiting. Wrinkles will become smoother, and the face will be transformed and shine with freshness.

Advantages

• smoothes wrinkles;
• has a natural composition;
• tightens the oval of the face;
• gives freshness and firmness.

disadvantages

• price;
• may leave an oily sheen after use.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.