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 suggests that it provides protection against UVA and UVB radiation from the sun. The sunscreen should also be somewhat water resistant. The sun’s aging effects are caused by UVA radiation. To obtain UVA protection, look for avobenzone, Mexoryl, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide in the ingredient list.
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.If you don’t use it often enough and put on enough, nothing will work. Remember to take care of your neck, hands, and arms.
- Stop smoking
Your skin ages quickly and prematurely when you smoke. Frequent smokers have more wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin around the eyes, and a pallid or dull complexion. The nicotine in tobacco constricts the blood vessels in your skin, preventing it from receiving oxygen and vital nutrients. The squinting from the smoke and the pursing of the lips around the cigarettes cause more wrinkles on the face.
- Limit alcohol
Your body and skin become dehydrated from alcohol. While one drink per day for women and two for males may not pose a health risk, consuming more than that begins to damage your skin. If you drink too much, you’re also less likely to eat nutritious foods. Thus, cut back on your alcohol consumption to take care of your body’s needs.
- Exfoliate
Exfoliation helps your skin in a number of ways, such as clearing away dead skin cells, increasing circulation, and preparing it 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.