It is a fact of life that you will age. This will show up in many ways, but it will appear most obviously on your skin.
Inevitably, wrinkles and fine lines will appear on your face. Dark bags under your eyes can also become the norm when you age, and there is nothing that you can do about it.
You can do something to delay it, however, and there are tons of advice on the Internet on how to do it. There are also lots of products that promise to do just that.
Still, there’s a lot of information out there that may not be that common, and these are highly effective in letting you keep that smoother and younger looking skin for longer.
With that, here are some tips about skin aging that you wish you had already known. Use these tips to look young well beyond your years.
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Don’t Hurt Your Own Skin
Ultimately, the things that you do will determine the quality of your skin years or even decades from now. While you may be using a lot of products to keep your skin young, the reverse may be true.
Skin, when irritated, will adapt by becoming rougher and drier. Sometimes, this can even cause uneven skin tone as the skin may react by creating melanin which causes it to darken.
So how does skin get irritated? You may be surprised that things you do may not be getting the intended effect, and these must be stopped and corrected.
Scrubbing is one of the worst things that you can do to your skin. While exfoliating once or twice a week is recommended, only use a mild one. Likewise, pat dry skin instead of rubbing it to prevent skin damage.
Scrubbing removes dead cells from the outermost layer of the skin. However, doing this excessively can damage new skin before they are fully formed.
Likewise, using strong astringents can also cause skin irritation. If your astringent stings or burns, then it is too strong as you should replace it will a milder one.
Exposure to the sun is another thing that causes rapid skin aging. Tanning is also a big culprit as UV exposure causes the skin do dry up and look older, among other damaging effects.
Always control your exposure to the sun. Whenever possible, use sunblock or cover up especially during times when the sun is at its highest.
You are What You Eat
A healthy diet not only is good for your health. It is also provides some great anti-aging benefits for your skin. As such, you should always watch what you eat.
Foods that are rich in anti-oxidants are great in keeping your skin looking young. Eating a good amount of these can help in preventing damage as well as delay or even delay the signs of aging.
Anti-oxidants helps destroy free radicals which are the main culprits for aging. It can also cause diseases such as cardiovascular problems and certain types of cancer.
Examples of foods that are rich in anti-oxidants include onions, garlic, cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower and broccoli, soybeans, tomatoes, seafood, nuts, and berries.
Drinking tea or red wine, the latter of which should be done in moderation, can provide you with a healthy dose of anti-oxidants as well.
Foods rich in Vitamin C, D, E, and K are also essential to keep your skin looking young. These vitamins are present in many foods, but you can also take dietary supplements to get the daily required amount.
You can consult with a doctor on how to consume a healthy diet filled with the necessary vitamins and minerals needed for that youthful looking skin.
Healthy Habits are Key
No matter how healthy you eat or how many beauty products you use on your face, you will not look young if your internal workings are similar to those of a senior citizen.
This means that youth should be inside out, which is why living a healthy lifestyle is an absolute key if you want to look younger than your age.
You can start living healthily by getting eight hours of sleep and drinking eight to ten glasses of water each day. Sleeping helps your body recover from daily stresses while water helps in flushing out toxins.
Exercising regularly, either through strength training or cardio can do wonders for the body as it can help regulate your weight. It also helps in reducing stress and in keeping skin firm and flexible.
You should also definitely avoid vices such as drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes. These substances cause oxidative stress, the number one enemy of skin when it comes to aging.
These substances can also wreak havoc inside your body, causing conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions that will affect you inside and out.
Perhaps most importantly, you should also take care of your mental health and have a positive outlook in life. Research has shown that those who experience less stress look the youngest.
Meditation, breathing exercises, and yoga are just some of the activities that you can do to help you relax. Of course, don’t forget to laugh, play, and smile every once in a while.
Bonus Tip: Moisturize!
Of all the beauty products that are available in the market today, moisturizers are the best products that you can use. These help in keeping the skin soft and resistant to damage caused by sun and stress.
Moisturizers can be used regularly, but is best when applied in the morning and evening. It is best used right after a shower so that it can help in locking moisture in.
Products that contain aloe vera, dead sea salt, and other natural ingredients are great for almost any skin type. Those that also contain avocados, coconut or other oils, and honey or milk are also recommended.
Regular use of moisturizers, along with the other tips mentioned above, are great ways to keep skin young and supple, and it can delay the signs of aging so that you will look your best for years to come.
