Nina Dobrev discusses her evolving skincare routine and the importance of sunscreen as she ages.
Nina Dobrev, known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, recently opened up about the changes in her beauty routine as she’s grown older. Speaking at the Shiseido Blue Project‘s annual beach clean-up event, the 35-year-old actress reflected on the habits she’s picked up and the mistakes she made in her younger years.
One of the biggest changes Dobrev has made is taking her skincare routine more seriously. She admitted that in her early 20s, she would often go to bed without removing her makeup, a common mistake many make at a younger age. However, as she entered her 30s, Dobrev realized the importance of caring for her skin properly.
“I wash my face a lot more,” Dobrev shared. “I used to sleep with my makeup on when I was in my early 20s. In my 30s, I’ve obviously gotten a lot more strict about making sure to wash my face and taking off my makeup every night, using amazing products, like Shiseido, and just keeping the moisture in the skin.”
Another important change in Dobrev’s routine is her consistent use of sunscreen. While she didn’t prioritize SPF in her younger years due to her olive complexion, she now understands its importance. Dobrev mentioned that she used to overlook sun protection because she doesn’t burn easily, unlike her fair-skinned friends who were more vigilant about using sunscreen from a younger age. However, as she got older, she began using SPF regularly for various reasons, including skin health and cancer prevention.
“As I’ve gotten older, I [use SPF] for vanity reasons, for cancer reasons, for all kinds of reasons,” Dobrev explained. “I always put SPF on. It’s the first thing I do after my moisturizer, and then I apply my makeup on, and sometimes I even use a sunscreen spray afterward, throughout the day.”
Dobrev’s evolving approach to skincare is just one aspect of how her self-care routines have grown over the years. She also touched on how her sense of style has changed, mentioning that her fashion choices have become more refined as she’s gotten older. While she’s always valued a balance of fashion and function, Dobrev noted that comfort is now her top priority when it comes to dressing.
“My style’s definitely evolved, I would hope,” Dobrev said. “Fashion and function, that’s sort of always been my thing, but I think it’s been elevated a little bit over the years.”
Comfort has become a key factor for Dobrev, as she believes it’s essential to feel good in what you wear while still looking stylish. She emphasized that comfort shouldn’t be sacrificed for fashion, and that it’s possible to achieve both.
“I think it’s really important to be comfortable while also looking cool,” she said. “Just more functional and comfortable.”
As Dobrev continues to grow and adapt her routines, she sets an example for others by showing that it’s never too late to make positive changes in your self-care practices.