Last week, just minutes before I was supposed to be on a Zoom with Kendall Jenner, I couldn’t stop staring at the mirror. I was fixated on one of the many new gray hairs that seemed to have appeared out of nowhere, and no matter how much gel I applied, it wouldn’t stay in my slicked-back ponytail. It actually made me late to our scheduled call—and after apologizing, I told her what had held me up. “I have some grays that have been multiplying quickly, and while I’m covering them up right now, one day I won’t be able to,” Jenner says. It’s all part of her philosophy on aging and beauty. “I love to see a woman with crow’s feet or laugh lines. Some of the most beautiful women in the world have simply aged gracefully.”

For the model—who has been open about her struggles with everything from acne to managing anxiety through positive self-talk—a good skincare routine is closely tied to both her mental health and her approach to aging beautifully. “I’m trying to keep my skin as youthful as possible by using certain products that keep it hydrated and plump,” she says, adding that K-beauty brand Anua’s PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing Cream has become a key part of that routine (Jenner was announced as the face of the brand earlier this year). “I’m open to all the new anti-aging discoveries, but it’s always going to be on the natural side for me. I love seeing a woman age gracefully. Just letting her skin do its thing.”

She adds, however, that her skin does get some support from the PDRN line. PDRN, or polydeoxyribonucleotide, is the latest and greatest (and scientifically proven!) ingredient to come out of Korea’s incredible beauty scene. In a previous story about the ingredient, board-certified facial plastic surgeon Babak Azizzadeh, MD told Vogue: “In clinical and experimental settings, it is believed to work by activating adenosine A2A receptors—helping calm inflammation, stimulate new blood vessel formation, and support the skin’s natural processes of healing and collagen renewal.”

“Although I don’t struggle with acne as much as I used to, I’m still careful to use products that won’t break me out while keeping my skin hydrated,” she says, adding that she hasn’t had any kind of reaction while using Anua. “I like the glowy, anti-aging aspect of these products.”

In pursuit of that glow, the model shares a controversial opinion: she’s pro-plane skincare. Well, sort of. “I am definitely pro face mask at the end of a flight,” she tells me. “I think, why not? It makes me feel way more hydrated, so why not?”

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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs I Love Seeing a Woman Age Gracefully Kendall Jenners Simple Approach to Skincare and Life

1 What does aging gracefully mean
It means accepting the natural aging process and taking care of yourself without trying to look 20 forever Its about healthy habits confidence and not fighting every wrinkle

2 What did Kendall Jenner actually say about aging
Shes said she loves seeing women age gracefully and admires people who embrace getting older naturally She keeps her own routine simple rather than chasing every trend

3 What does Kendalls skincare routine look like
Reportedly very minimal gentle cleansing moisturizer and sunscreen with an emphasis on consistency over a long list of products Shes spoken about keeping things light and not overcomplicating her skin

4 Do I need expensive products to age gracefully
No Sunscreen a gentle cleanser and a basic moisturizer cover most of the essentials Price doesnt equal results consistency does

5 Whats the single most important skincare step
Daily sunscreen UV damage is the biggest driver of visible skin aging so SPF beats almost any antiaging product

6 Is it bad to use antiaging products if I want to age gracefully
Not at all Aging gracefully doesnt mean doing nothing it means not obsessing Using retinol or moisturizer while accepting natural changes is perfectly in line with it

7 At what age should I start an antiaging routine
Theres no magic number Sunscreen and moisturizer are good at any age ingredients like retinol are usually introduced in your midtolate 20s or when skin concerns appear

8 What lifestyle habits support graceful aging
Sleep hydration a balanced diet regular movement limited alcohol not smoking and managing stress Kendalls approach leans heavily on these basics rather than elaborate treatments

9 Why do people say they love seeing a woman age gracefully
Its a compliment it signals admiration for someone who looks healthy confident and natural at every age instead of appearing frozen or overdone

10 Is aging gracefully the same as letting yourself go
No Its the opposite of neglect its consistent selfcare without panic or overcorrection Think good habits plus self