How to Choose the Right Skin Treatment for Your Age and Skin Goals
The world of cosmetic skin treatments has never been more advanced, but with that comes complexity. Clients often ask us: What’s the best skin treatment for me? The answer depends on several key factors — including your age, skin type, goals, and how much downtime you’re comfortable with.
At Platinum Cosmetics, our approach is always to educate first. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all recommendations or pushy sales tactics. Instead, we work with you to understand what your skin really needs — right now — and how we can support it in a long-term, natural-looking way.
Today, we’re breaking down some common skin concerns by age group and treatment goal, with examples of services we offer here at our Port Melbourne clinic.
In Your 20s: Prevention and Protection
Skin is typically at its healthiest in your 20s, but this is the time to start laying the foundation for future ageing prevention.
Common goals: Glowing skin, controlling breakouts, refining texture, and preventing premature ageing.
Recommended treatments:
Facials tailored to your skin type, such as deep cleansing or calming protocols.
Skin Rejuvenation treatments like light chemical peels or LED therapy to maintain skin health.
Incorporating antioxidant-rich skincare, such as SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic, to prevent environmental damage and improve radiance.
This is also the age to start learning about your skin’s behaviour across hormonal cycles and how it responds to stress, lifestyle, and sun exposure.
In Your 30s: Subtle Correction and Early Prevention
The 30s is often when early signs of ageing appear — especially around the eyes and forehead — and when many clients start noticing dullness or skin fatigue.
Common goals: Early wrinkle prevention, evening skin tone, and maintaining hydration and elasticity.
Recommended treatments:
Fotona Laser Treatments, especially SmoothEye or Light Peel modes, for collagen stimulation and texture refinement.
Microneedling or RF-based treatments for mild laxity and skin strengthening.
Active skincare with ingredients like retinol, peptides, and niacinamide. Products like SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 or SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex can help address the earliest signs of ageing.
In Your 40s: Restoration and Rejuvenation
This is a transitional decade for most skin types. Collagen production slows, pigment issues may become more visible, and volume loss begins to show.
Common goals: Smoothing lines, evening skin tone, improving firmness, and restoring hydration.
Recommended treatments:
Wrinkle Reduction & Volume Restoration consultations to assess options for restoring structure and contour.
Fotona 4D laser protocols or fractional laser for deeper rejuvenation without surgery.
A tailored home care routine including SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier and SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF, both of which support skin health and luminosity.
In Your 50s and Beyond: Support and Strengthen
Hormonal shifts and cumulative sun damage become more visible in this phase. The skin may feel thinner, drier, and less resilient.
Common goals: Lifting and firming, reducing pigmentation, and improving skin texture and thickness.
Recommended treatments:
Fotona TightSculpt or fractional resurfacing for advanced rejuvenation and lifting.
Skin Rejuvenation treatments that stimulate collagen and reduce pigmentation.
Richer skincare routines that include lipid support (e.g., SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2) and ingredients that support skin barrier function.
What About Skin Type?
Chronological age isn’t the only factor to consider. Skin conditions like rosacea, melasma, acne, or post-inflammatory pigmentation require a tailored approach regardless of age. That’s why a professional consultation is so important.
Some treatments — like our Facials and Skin Care routines — can be beneficial across age groups, with customisation.
The Platinum Approach: Tailored, Ethical, Educated
At Platinum Cosmetics, every treatment plan begins with a consultation. We take time to:
Understand your skin’s history and current condition
Discuss your lifestyle, goals, and comfort level with downtime
Offer options that are grounded in evidence, not trends
Respect the natural ageing process while supporting your skin through it
We’re proudly located in Port Melbourne and welcome clients of all ages and skin types who are seeking expert care with a boutique, ethical approach.
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