It will take place. Your skin will age, and your body will work as well. Your skin becomes thinner and drier as you age, loses elasticity as collagen and elastin production declines, becomes less plump as fat pads shrink, and wrinkles result from life’s wear-and-tear and sun exposure.
You can’t change these things, but there are several things you can switch to delay your skin’s aging process. Follow these anti-aging tips to keep your skin healthy and happy for longer.
- Apply sunscreen daily
Wearing sunscreen should be a daily ritual that you engage in rain or shine, in any season, just like brushing your teeth—wearing sunscreen that is broad-spectrum and has an SPF of at least 30. This indicates that it offers UVA and UVB rays protection from the sun. Additionally, the sunscreen ought to have some water resistance. UVA rays bring on the sun’s aging effects. Check the ingredient list for avobenzone, Mexoryl, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide to receive UVA protection.
Follow the label’s instructions when reapplying sunscreen. Apply it liberally and reapply it every one to three hours, depending on how much you sweat, swim, or are exposed to the sun. Most people don’t apply enough sunscreen. Nothing will work if you don’t put on enough and use it frequently enough. Remember to take care of your neck, hands, and arms.
- Stop smoking
Your skin ages quickly and prematurely when you smoke. Smokers who smoke frequently get more fine lines, wrinkles, droopy skin around their eyes, and a dull or sallow complexion. The nicotine in tobacco constricts the blood vessels in your skin, preventing it from receiving oxygen and vital nutrients. More facial wrinkles are also brought on by the squinting from the smoke and the pouting of the lips around the cigarettes.
- Limit alcohol
Your body and skin become dehydrated from alcohol. While one drink for women and two for men a day does not negatively impact your health, much more than that starts to harm your skin. If you drink too much, you’re also less likely to eat nutritious foods. So, limit your alcohol intake to do what is best for your body.
- Exfoliate
Your skin will benefit from exfoliation in several ways, including getting rid of dead skin cells, boosting circulation, and getting ready for skin care products. Face scrubs, brushes, washcloths, and chemical exfoliants like skin peels are all options. If you have sensitive or dry skin, stick to gentler exfoliation techniques, such as using washcloths or sponges.
- Get quality sleep
While you sleep, your body relaxes and works to heal itself. Sleep is when hormone levels are in balance, your immune system is revved up, and tissue repair and muscle growth occur. All these factors make it easier for your skin to recover from day-to-day damage and prepare for the subsequent stress. Prioritize getting a good night’s sleep.
