When Martha Stewart celebrated her 85th birthday this week, it wasn't just the birthday wishes making headlines — it was her skin.
Looking radiant, confident, and refreshingly natural, Martha reminded us that great skin isn't about looking younger. It's about taking care of the skin you have with consistency, quality products, and healthy habits.
At Ula, we couldn't help but smile. If Martha can share some of her favorite kitchen recipes, we thought we'd have a little fun and create a skincare recipe inspired by her approach to healthy aging.
Spoiler alert: there's no secret ingredient — just smart skincare.
Ingredient #1: Gentle exfoliation
Every great recipe starts with a fresh foundation.
Martha has shared that regular exfoliation is part of her skincare routine because it helps remove dull, dead skin cells and allows healthy skin to shine through. Gentle exfoliation also helps skincare products absorb more effectively.
Ula's tip: exfoliation should leave your skin glowing — not stripped. Professional treatments like HydraFacial, HydraGlacial, and resurfacing peels, combined with a gentle daily cleanser and a well-tolerated retinal hydrator, help maintain smoother, brighter skin year-round.
Ingredient #2: Antioxidant-rich serums
A recipe is only as good as its ingredients.
Martha has spoken about using high-quality serums, including antioxidant-rich formulas that help defend against environmental damage while improving the appearance of skin tone and texture. Think of these as the vitamins your skin craves every day.
Look for vitamin C, peptides, hyaluronic acid, growth-factor supporting ingredients, and barrier-repairing hydrators. Together, they help support collagen, hydration, and healthier-looking skin. Two of our most-loved formulas are SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic and the Obagi Professional-C Peptide Complex Serum.
Ingredient #3: Hydration
Healthy skin is hydrated skin.
One thing Martha's complexion consistently reflects is moisture. Hydrated skin appears smoother, softer, and naturally more luminous.
Whether it's a nourishing moisturizer like SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 or a deeply hydrating serum such as the Hydrinity Renewing HA Serum or SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier, keeping the skin barrier healthy is one of the most important steps in any routine.
Ingredient #4: Eye care
The eyes often reveal the first signs of fatigue.
Martha's routine includes dedicated eye products designed to hydrate and support the delicate skin around the eyes. We reach for SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Advanced Eye.
Combined with professional treatments that improve circulation and reduce puffiness — lymphatic drainage and LED therapy in particular — this area can appear brighter and more refreshed.
Ingredient #5: Daily SPF
If there were one ingredient every skincare recipe should include, it's sunscreen.
Daily SPF helps protect collagen, reduce premature aging, and prevent sun damage. No treatment or luxury serum can replace consistent sun protection.
At Ula, we consider SPF the non-negotiable final step of every morning routine — whether that's iS Clinical Extreme Protect SPF 40, SkinCeuticals Clear Daily Soothing UV Defense SPF 50, or the Epicutis Lipid Shield.
Ingredient #6: A needle-free approach to healthy aging
This is where Martha's philosophy aligns beautifully with ours.
Rather than chasing dramatic transformations, today's biggest skincare trend is supporting the skin's natural ability to repair, regenerate, and age beautifully. That's exactly why treatments like Brazilian lymphatic drainage, facial sculpting with UltraSculpt™, collagen stimulation through PRX Skin Rejuvenation, and customized skincare have become so popular.
Our Needle-Free Facelift Protocol combines these techniques to help reduce facial puffiness, encourage healthy circulation, support collagen production, improve skin tone and texture, and create naturally refreshed, healthy-looking skin.
The goal isn't to change your face. It's to help your skin perform at its best.
Martha's recipe… the Ula way
If we had to write Martha's skincare recipe, it would look something like this: one cup of consistency. Two tablespoons of professional skincare treatments. A generous serving of collagen support. Plenty of hydration. Daily SPF. A healthy skin barrier. A touch of lymphatic drainage. And a sprinkle of confidence.
Mix together every day. Repeat for years. Enjoy beautiful skin at every age.
Because the best skincare routine isn't about chasing perfection. It's about caring for your skin today so it continues to care for you tomorrow.
After all… that's a good thing.
Ready to create your own skincare recipe?
At Ula, we believe beautiful skin isn't about turning back the clock — it's about giving your skin exactly what it needs to stay healthy, strong, and radiant at every age.
Whether you're looking to refresh your routine or explore our Needle-Free Facelift Protocol, we're here to help you create a personalized recipe for lifelong skin health. Book a consultation or shop our medical-grade skincare.
