Quick answer: In this Fierce Aging episode, Nikol talks with Helene, 75, who boxes, deadlifts, and only began a skincare routine at 70 — and admits she has never worn sunscreen. Nikol's stance is clear: she encourages daily SPF for everyone and points to modern mineral sunscreens, while framing Helene's habit as one woman's story and reminding viewers that a board-certified dermatologist is the right person for any skin-health concern.
Key takeaways
- It's never too late — Helene started strength training in her mid-70s and skincare at 70, and says she feels and looks better for it.
- Nikol encourages daily SPF as general guidance; even everyday sun, like walking to the car, adds up. She favors modern mineral sunscreens that feel lightweight and skip the white cast.
- Helene's no-sunscreen habit is shared as her personal experience, not as advice.
- For anything concerning your skin, see a board-certified dermatologist — Nikol keeps the talk general, not medical.
- Fierce Aging is about enhancing and celebrating your age, not erasing it.
Hey ladies — welcome back to Fierce Aging, the series where we celebrate women and celebrate age. This week Nikol sits down with Helene, a vibrant 75-year-old who boxes, deadlifts, and only started caring for her skin at 70. The conversation takes a fun turn when Helene admits she has never worn sunscreen — so here is exactly where Nikol stands, plus the rest of Helene's inspiring story.
Who is Helene, and what is Fierce Aging?
Helene is 75 and full of energy. She works out about three times a week, and last summer she found a new trainer who got her deadlifting and boxing in short, repeating sets — something she calls the most fun she has ever had with exercise. In Florida she trains at a gym and does yoga at home once a week. She only began a real skincare routine at 70, inspired in part by YouTube. Nikol's Fierce Aging series is built around women like her: it is not about trying to look 20 again, but about enhancing and celebrating your age so you feel confident.
What does Nikol say about sunscreen?
The episode's title comes from a candid moment: Helene shares that she has never worn sunscreen and does not own any. Nikol laughs that the sunscreen police are going to lose it — but her own position is clear. She encourages every viewer to wear a daily SPF, pointing out that sun exposure adds up even from small everyday moments like walking to your car. She also explains why she prefers mineral formulas.
- SPF every day. Nikol frames daily sun protection as general guidance for everyone, not a one-off.
- Mineral over chemical. She says many people dislike sunscreen because of the weight or smell of older chemical formulas, and that modern mineral sunscreens feel lightweight and no longer leave a white cast.
- Helene's habit is her own story. Her no-sunscreen experience is shared as one woman's account, not as advice.
- See a professional. Both mention recent dermatologist visits — a reminder that for anything concerning your skin's health, a board-certified dermatologist is the right resource.
Why start skincare and strength training in your 70s?
Helene's biggest takeaway is simple: take the time to care for yourself, keep moving, and do not wait. She says she feels better and looks better when she makes the time, and even her husband noticed the change in her skin. Her advice for her own daughters, who are approaching 50, is to spend less time in the sun for both their health and their skin. Nikol adds a favorite tip — switching to a silk pillowcase to be gentler on skin, hair, and lashes. If you are considering a new fitness routine, it is always wise to check with your own doctor first.
What kind of makeup look did Nikol create?
Alongside the conversation, Nikol gives Helene a soft, age-celebrating look — the kind that enhances rather than masks. She starts with hydration and an eye primer, shapes the brows in a soft gray, and builds a gentle, slightly shimmery eye finished with a subtle navy liner and a volumizing mascara to open up the lashes. For the complexion she uses color correctors, a light BB cream, a cream blush, a soft hybrid bronzer, and a brightening powder to set, then finishes with a rose water mist. Notably, she skips concealer to keep things light and reminds viewers they do not have to do every step. There is no sunscreen step on camera because, as Nikol says, SPF should already be part of your routine.
The bottom line
Fierce Aging is not about erasing the years — it is about feeling confident in them. Nikol celebrates Helene's story while making her own stance plain: wear your SPF, lean toward gentle mineral formulas, and see a dermatologist for anything that concerns you. If you want to build a soft, everyday look of your own, explore Nikol's best sellers, browse face favorites, or discover the classics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Nikol recommend wearing sunscreen every day?
Yes. Nikol encourages daily SPF as general guidance for everyone, noting that sun exposure adds up even during small moments like walking to your car. She suggests modern mineral sunscreens, which she says feel lightweight and skip the white cast. For advice about your own skin, she points viewers to a board-certified dermatologist.
What does Nikol say about mineral versus chemical sunscreen?
Nikol says many people dislike sunscreen because of the weight or smell she associates with older chemical formulas. She prefers mineral sunscreens, which she says have advanced a lot and no longer leave a heavy feel or white cast. This is her general preference, not a medical claim, so check with a dermatologist for what suits you.
Is it too late to start skincare or exercise in your 70s?
Helene's story suggests not. She began a real skincare routine at 70 and took up strength training, boxing, and yoga in her mid-70s, working out about three times a week. She says she feels better and that even her husband noticed her skin. As always, check with your own doctor before starting a new fitness routine.
Why is there no sunscreen step in the makeup portion?
Nikol notes that SPF should already be part of everyone's daily routine, so she treats it as a given rather than a filmed step. She keeps the makeup soft and age-celebrating and reminds viewers they do not have to do every step to feel confident and beautiful.
What is Nikol's Fierce Aging series about?
Fierce Aging celebrates women and their age rather than trying to make them look 20. Nikol focuses on enhancing natural beauty so women feel confident, and she encourages skipping any steps that do not serve you. The goal is embracing and celebrating your age, not erasing it.
