As one grows older, everything that one has been exposed to or not exposed to becomes slowly evident on the skin. The sun, the other external factors, the lifestyle that one followed, hereditary factors as well as the weakening system of own body manifest itself on the way the skin looks or holds. It is a biological fact that with age one does not produce new skin cells as quickly and effectively as one would when young.
This results in the skin becoming less elastic and prone to dryness. Wrinkles, dry skin, loose skin are all results of old age. Here is a list of some simple methods, using which you can, if not stop, at least delay the effects of ageing on your skin.
A few simple steps have been outlined here. Following these simple guidelines will enable you to have a sparkling and glowing skin till a ripe old age.
* Smoking: Smoking is known to prematurely age your skin. Research shows that two individuals, one smoker and one non smoker, with the exact same type and color of skin, subjected to the same natural wear and tear, at the age of 30 look reportedly different, even though there was not any difference in their skin types when the former didn’t start smoking. This visibly shows that smoking has adverse effects on the skin.
* No Sunbathing And Tanning: Although a tanned skin looks good, it is nothing but burnt skin. And regularly voluntarily burning your skin is bound to have serious consequences as you age. Experts advise to strictly stay out of the sun between 10am and 2pm. The sun rays are the strongest during that time and causes visible damage to the skin.
If one is however compelled to go out, one must wear long hats, full sleeved shirts and trousers to cover as much of the body as possible.
* Use Sunscreen In A Religious Manner: One must wear sunscreen everyday irrelevant of it being summer, winter or any other time of the year. The effect of the sun on the skin doesn’t relent during the winter and hence it is necessary that one use sunscreen even in the mild sun. Note that the sunscreen must contain an SPF of 30 or higher. This gives adequate protection from the UVA and UVB rays.
* Regular Check-Up: Make the dermatologist your friend. Visit him as regularly as possible. Even small time skin ailments like acne or pimples are better treated by a dermatologist. A regular check up, say every six months, can trace any anomaly at a very early stage and therefore can be immediately nipped in the bud.
* Work On The Dry Skin: Having dry skin means that your skin is not producing enough of the natural oil that moisturises your skin. Soothe the dry skin. Use a humidifier. Use moisturising creams, lotions, and soaps on a daily basis. Even if this does not help, it is imperative that you see a dermatologist who may be able to prescribe better therapies to soothe the dry skin and make it as moist as the body needs it.
* Food Habits: Healthy food habit is very important to maintain the natural skin tone and texture. A balanced diet provides all the nutrition that the skin may possibly need and therefore helps rejuvenate it. Drink lots of water. This helps in keeping the skin moistened from the inside as well as the outside.
* Anti Aging Products: These must only be used if you are above fifty years of age. Until then let the body take its natural course, at the same time taking adequate protections. The anti aging creams can enhance the skin type because it contains pentapeptides which aid in collagen production which tightens the skin.
* Stay Updated On The New Skin Treatments: botox injections can help ease wrinkles and fine lines on the upper part of your face. Wrinkle fillers can erase fine lines and even plump up your face. Chemical peels can smooth the skin especially around the eyes and nose.
Remember that it is natural to grow old and some changes must be accepted gracefully. True beauty comes from within and real grace is portrayed by the way one carries themselves.