H, this is a thorny topic. On the one hand, there is no scientific proof that facial exercises work. On the other, I know people who have had great results from them, and my experience with FaceGym was positive. At this stage, I don’t feel like recommending facial exercises alone as an anti-aging treatment, but a treatment like FaceGym, where the therapist doesn’t just workout your face, but also uses effective skincare products, dermarollers, etc, may help, I believe. Hopefully, some studies about facial exercises will be done soon, so we’ll know once and for all if they work or not.

That’s interesting about facial exercises, but does that mean you don’t recommend your FaceGym anymore?

I think that a big point of those face exercises isn’t just to erase wrinkles,( unfortunately it being false for all those saggy old folk,now I know), but I think it’s supposed to keep your face’s muscle tone and suppleness. I’ve heard somewhere that too many people only think of wrinkles and grey hair when they think of aging but in reality a huge part of it is the face muscles volume,so many people get special treatments for that,but I don’t remember exactly what they are.

You’re welcome. It’s the least I can do after you take the time to leave them, which I really appreciate. 🙂

There’s not a definite answer on when to start using retinoids. Personally, I believe mid-20s, early 30s are a good time to start, but there’s nothing wrong with using them even earlier especially for those with acne or other conditions treatable with retinoids. There’s also money to consider. Most products with retinoids tend to be on the pricey side, which not everyone can afford while they’re at school/college so when you’re very young, you may decide to use only sunscreen and antioxidants and wait until you’re older to incorporate some form of Vitamin A in your skincare routine. But you can start using retinoids earlier too, as they can only benefit skin.

Okay, thanks Gio! :] I love commenting on your blog because I know you read them AND you give such superb replies!
Just out of curiosity, what about using retinols later? When’s a good time to use those? I know that retinoids are much more powerful.

Viv, I agree that genes play a big role in determining how a person ages. But diet, smoking, sun exposure and other factors contribute too and at least there are things that we can do to prevent them from making us age faster and worse. But even then, there’s no miraculous skincare product that will make us look 10 years younger.