I knew I was in serious trouble when my hairdresser, some 12 years my junior, mentioned, delicately of course, that my longer hair was more “youthful.” This conversation was not long after a stranger at a local deli counter asked me if my 4-year-old son was my grandson and not long before I noticed that I could no longer read the clues on The New York Times crossword without repeatedly adjusting the position of the magazine while attempting to uncover the latest mysteries put forth by Will Shortz.

Alas, middle middle age has arrived, so what’s a girl to do? The answer I found was couched in the wise words of the Elizabethan bard, “get thee to a skincare counter.”

Off I went to Whole Foods, sans les enfants (the raison d’etre for my declining skin health) to see what I could see. And there I discovered products that smelled so good and fresh that I wondered if they would have to be refrigerated. Before long, I got hooked on Mychelle Dermaceuticals.

Seems the wise woman behind this unique brand, Myra Michelle Eby, has been involved in the field of holistic health for over twenty five years. Key skincare scientists helped her develop products to balance, nourish and hydrate by supporting the skin’s immune system. Mychelle’s concentrations of active ingredients are among the highest available on the market to support the skin’s hyaluronic acid and collagen production (read “age defenders”). Best of all, the products are plant based and preserved with essential oils, powerful antioxidants and exceptional antimicrobial extracts instead of harmful chemicals. There are no artificial coloring agents, parabens or fragrances in Mychelle formulas.

My new regimen includes Honeydew Cleanser, Fruit Enzyme Mist, Pumpkin Renew Cream, and Fabulous Eye Cream, all delicious and delightfully effective. My new best friend, though, is Fresh Eyes, a light serum packed with tasty sounding ingredients that together target dark circles and under eye puffiness…a welcome addition to any anti-aging arsenal. Learn more about products and Mychelle’s work with charities @ mychelleusa.com