Skincare after 50 isn’t about reversing time, it’s about caring for your skin as it evolves. As collagen production slows and hormones shift, skin often becomes drier, thinner, and less elastic. The right routine can make a noticeable difference by restoring hydration and strengthening the skin barrier. 

This stage of life is the perfect opportunity to streamline your skincare routine and focus on what truly delivers results. Rather than layering on countless products or following fleeting trends, the emphasis shifts to targeted ingredients and effective tools that support your skin’s changing needs. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the best skincare routine for women over 50 and explain how LED light therapy plays a key role in actually maintaining firmness, clarity, and a healthy, radiant glow.

By the time you reach your 50s, your skin isn’t just dealing with one issue, it’s navigating several biological shifts all at once. Beyond the surface-level changes like dryness or fine lines, your skin’s repair cycle slows down, its ability to retain moisture decreases, and antioxidant defenses naturally weaken. This makes your complexion more vulnerable to environmental stressors like pollution and UV damage, which can accelerate signs of aging.

What your skin truly needs at this stage is long-term support, not just hydration, but renewal at the cellular level. That means choosing products and skincare tools like LED light therapy that do more than just sit on the surface. Routines should encourage collagen synthesis, reinforce the skin barrier, and help restore the resilience your skin once had. 

A great morning routine sets the tone for your skin all day. It should focus on hydration, protection, and lightweight, nourishing products.

Step 1: Gentle Cleanser
Start your day with a soft, hydrating cleanser to remove any sweat or oil that’s built up overnight. A creamy formula with ceramides or glycerin is ideal for mature skin, as it refreshes without stripping away essential moisture.

Step 2: LED Light Therapy Session
Before layering your skincare, spend 10 minutes using your LED device on clean, dry skin. Whether you're using an LED face mask or another targeted LED device , this is the ideal time to let red and blue light therapy work its magic.

Note: Light-activated serums, like a peptide or vitamin C serum, can be applied before your session to boost results.

Step 3: Apply a Vitamin C Serum
Now’s the time to defend your skin against free radicals and environmental stress. A high-quality Vitamin C Serum brightens your complexion, fades sunspots, and adds another layer of antioxidant protection.

Step 4: Hydrating Moisturiser
Seal in all that goodness with a lightweight moisturiser rich in peptides or hyaluronic acid. This will plump the skin, soften fine lines and wrinkles, and create a smooth base for any makeup.

Step 5: Broad-Spectrum SPF
Don’t skip this. Even if you’re staying indoors or it’s cloudy out, daily SPF is essential to protect aging skin from UV-related collagen loss and pigmentation. Go for at least SPF 30, and apply as your final step.

Your nighttime routine is your skin’s chance to heal, repair, and deeply absorb nourishing ingredients. Think of it as recovery mode, where skincare works hardest while you rest.

Step 1: Double Cleanse
If you’ve worn makeup or SPF during the day, start with a cleansing balm or micellar water to break it down. Follow with a gentle cleanser to ensure your skin is fresh and fully prepped.

Step 2: LED Light Therapy for Repair
Evenings are an ideal time for LED light therapy, especially when using face masks or devices that feature red and near-infrared wavelengths. The GloTech™ Mask Pro includes both, helping to promote deeper skin regeneration, reduce inflammation, and support overnight recovery. No gel or prep is required, making it an easy way to unwind while giving your skin a boost.

Step 3: Retinol or Peptides (Alternate Nights)
Retinol helps boost skin cell turnover, smooth texture, and brighten skin over time. Use it a couple nights per week, and alternate with a peptide serum on off-days to help firm and strengthen your skin. Just remember: LED therapy is best done before applying retinol, as retinol can increase light sensitivity.

Step 4: Rich Night Moisturiser
Lock in hydration with a moisturiser that goes the extra mile overnight. Look for nourishing ingredients like squalane, ceramides, or shea butter to prevent transepidermal water loss and wake up with skin that feels smooth and soft.

Step 5: Eye Cream
The under-eye area can lose elasticity faster than other parts of the face. Gently tap in a peptide or eye cream to help firm, de-puff, and hydrate while you sleep.

To further support your skin over 50, incorporate the following 2–3 times per week:

Light-Activated Serums: Certain serums, like those containing vitamin C or peptides, can be applied before your LED light therapy session to enhance its effects. These ingredients work synergistically with LED light to support collagen production and improve skin clarity.

Hydrating Masks: Hydrogel masks or overnight sleeping packs deliver a surge of moisture to dry, mature skin. They’re especially beneficial after LED therapy, helping to lock in hydration and calm the skin post-treatment.

Exfoliation: Using a gentle chemical exfoliant like lactic acid or PHA helps smooth texture and brighten dull areas. These formulas are ideal for mature skin, unlike harsh physical scrubs, which can cause microtears and irritation.

Unlike topical products that mostly treat the surface, LED light therapy works deeper to support long-term skin health. Red and near-infrared light energize cells, stimulate collagen and improve circulation, helping reduce fine lines, improve firmness, and restore radiance as skin matures. Blue light, while best known for targeting acne, also helps reduce visible redness and balance oil production, making it beneficial for maintaining a clearer complexion.

Experts consistently recommend LED light therapy as a safe, non-invasive treatment suitable for regular use. Devices like the GloTech™ Mask Pro and GloTech™ Collar are FDA-cleared, lightweight, and designed for consistent at-home results. Whether you're aiming to improve firmness or simply boost your glow, LED therapy is one of the most effective and clinically backed skincare tools for women over 50.

One of the most commonly overlooked areas is the neck and décolletage. These areas have thinner, more delicate skin and are often exposed to just as much sun and environmental stress as your face, yet they rarely get the same level of care. That’s why neck wrinkles and crepey skin can develop faster, often revealing age before anything else.

To keep your neck and chest looking firm, smooth, and youthful, make sure to extend your skincare routine beyond your face. Use nourishing creams, apply sunscreen daily, and consider adding a targeted LED device for that area. The GloTech™ Collar uses red and near-infrared wavelengths to support collagen production and improve elasticity in these often-overlooked zones.