The Secret To Kim Basinger's Healthy Skin In Her 70s May Be Simpler Than You Think

Expensive treatments? Great genes? Access to the best dermatologists? What would you guess is behind Kim Basinger's stunning skin at 72? Like most of the Hollywood elite, the actor is extremely rich, so it's only natural to think that this is the secret to her healthy skin. However, thanks to an insider interview with Closer Weekly, we've gotten a deeper insight into her skin habits, and it's not all about the money. The insider revealed, "She's big on hydration, she drinks liters of water every day and avoids caffeine." To find out how her strategy measures up against expert advice, Glam chatted exclusively with Dr. Brendan Camp, a double board-certified dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology, about the actor's reported routine.

The hydration is one that Dr. Camp heavily agrees with. "Water is important. If you are dehydrated, your skin can appear dull or less plump," he says. He also emphasizes that hydration has multiple benefits, sharing, "Staying adequately hydrated supports overall skin function and can help it look healthier and more radiant. Remember, your skin is your largest organ."

In addition to drinking enough water and steering clear of ingredients that can leave your skin feeling dry, like caffeine, the "Fifty Shades Darker" star also protects her skin from environmental factors that can accelerate the signs of aging, like sun exposure.

On the routine side, Kim Basinger's major focus for her maturing skin is sun protection. "She's been religious about sun protection for as long as anyone can remember, that's why she never goes outside without a huge hat on," the source reported to Closer Weekly. During our exclusive interview, Dr. Brendan Camp shared that this is solid advice. "Staying out of the sun or being safe in the sun is one of the best things you can do for your skin," he says. "Prolonged sun exposure can increase the risk of skin cancer, speed up aging, and contribute to hyperpigmentation and collagen breakdown." He adds that while avoiding the sun completely might not be possible, having a sun protection strategy with essentials like a hat or sunglasses can be really beneficial.

Basinger's final secret, per the insider, is that "she's always slathered in SPF," another form of sun protection. This is yet another skin tip that Dr. Camp supports. "SPF 30 daily to the face and neck is non-negotiable," he tells us. "Even indoors, UVA rays can pass through windows and contribute to skin aging over time, so daily application is still important."

With that said, it's important to understand that these aren't the only tips you need to keep your skin in tip-top condition as you age. In general, you should have a skincare routine that is different from what you did when your skin was much younger so that it caters to your skin's new needs. This means seeking out ingredients that are great for maturing skin and knowing the skincare ingredients that dermatologists advise older women to avoid. To be clear, one of the skincare truths that will change how you think about anti-aging is that luxury products don't necessarily give better results than drugstore brands even on aging skin. In fact, there are a bunch of drugstore skincare products that celebs actually use.