Anti aging skincare, or the steps to to stop skin aging is among the most googled questions
when it comes to skincare.
And most rightfully so, because lets face it, who doesnt want youthful, radiant, and
healthy skin at any age.
So in this video, we will get straight into it, what are the secrets for anti aging skincare,
what should I be incorporating, and what should i be even avoiding.
This is a topic im excited to talk about, so stay with me till the end.
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So it turns out, Many things cause our skin to age.
And the one thing that we cannot change is the clock, the natural aging process.
And while It is natural for our face to lose some of its youthful fullness, like noticing
our skin becoming thinner and drier, which genes have a lot to do with,called “intrinsic
aging.”
We can however influence another type of aging that affects the skin.
Called extrinsic aging by knowing how to take care of our skin for the long run.
Doing so correctly, we can slow the effects that this type of aging has on our skin and
prevent premature skin aging which we refer to as anti aging skincare.
So lets begin.
And the products I recommend all will be listed in the description, to help you save time
from digging around and finding the right products to get this going.
TIp # 1: Use a gentle face wash.
If your cleansing your face and you notice any burns or stings, it means your skin is
irritated.
Irritating your skin can make it look older.
So a mild face wash that uses essential fatty acids to deliver major hydration is one to
absolutely have.
One with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin all help hydrate the skin without stripping
moisture.
Im a big fan of ceramides for skincare because they fill the gaps between your skin cells
so you can seal moisture and keep impurities out.
Both of which are essential for maintaining a youthful face.
And remember: Be sure to use a light hand, cleansing in gentle, circular motions for
20-30 seconds.
Aggressive scrubbing could irritate already sensitive skin and accelerate aging.
Tip # 2: Start using retinoids.
Over time, skin can begin losing collagen, the protein responsible for keeping skin looking
smooth and lifted.
This ends up creating creases.
And most skin care experts agree that the best line of defense is to use a retinoid,
a vitamin A derivative like retinol, tretinoin, or tazarotene, to name a few.
They also act as antioxidants to soak up the biological and environmental oxidative stress
that builds up which is a component of skin aging as well.
Remember when you start, Ease into it slowly by using it two to three times a week, and
working up to nightly as your skin gets used to it.
Also remember to pat and dont rub them in.
Tip # 3: Upgrade your SPF Game.
Sun protection is one surefire way to keep your skin looking as young as possible.
The sun is responsible for so much of your skin’s visible signs of aging that sun damage
gets its own special category called photoaging.
The suns rays does 2 major things that causes your skin to age: 1:it breaks down collagen
and causes abnormalities in elastin, leading to thinner skin and wrinkles and 2: it causes
uneven pigmented patches to develop.
So if youre using one or not using one currently, Switch to a more moisturizing sunscreen cream,
and avoid alcohol-containing sprays and gels that dry out your skin.
A bonus is to look for sunscreens that contain antioxidants to protect the collagen in your
skin.
Tip # 4: Protect your skin from trauma.
One of the key reasons wrinkles happen is due to damage to your skin.
Sleep wrinkles are an interesting theory to why skin ages over time.
You can apparently prevent pillowcase-induced wrinkle lines by upgrading from a cotton pillowcase
to silk.
THis is because silk pillowcases causes less friction between your face and the pillowcase.
This helps to stop the bunching of the fabric that causes the deep creases.
They also reduce frizz and don’t absorb moisture from your skin like cotton pillowcases
can.
Which brings me to the next step.
Tip # 4: Moisturize.
With age also comes less sebum.
And yes, less sebum, can mean less chance of acne, but it also means your skin will
dry out more easily.
One of the big reasons for fine lines is not enough hydration, which moisturizers can fix.
So a moisturizer that contains water-binding humectants like glycerine and hyaluronic acid
is effective and should be applied daily.
Tip #5: Exfoliate.
Our skin sheds dead cells regularly, creating a new layer every 28 days.
And As you age, your skin slows down replenishing itself.
And Dead skin cells aren’t replaced by fresh cells as quickly, which means your skin starts
to look dull and uneven, and may even crack.
Exfoliants are a great way to help get dead cells off your skin.
But how often is another story.
Once a week should be a good start.
And you can do this physically with a koniac sponge or chemically with an AHA.
If youre going with the physical route: avoid the sugar scrubs and cleansers with beads,
because it makes your skin more susceptible to sagging.
If youre using an AHA: glycolic acid or lactic acid work great for fading uneven pigmentation.
Tip #6: Watch what you eat.
Because it turns out a lot of what happens on the outside of your body is the result
of what you put in it.
Findings from research studies suggest that a diet containing lots of sugar or other refined
carbohydrates can accelerate aging and eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables may
help prevent damage that leads to premature skin aging.
On that token: Drinking less alcohol may help as well.
Because Alcohol is rough on the skin.
It dehydrates the skin, and in time, damages it making us look older.
Same thing goes for smoking: Smoking greatly speeds up how quickly the skin ages.
This step alone, by quitting smoking, this can help reverse some of that aging your skin
has already gone through.
So if you need another reason that can help you quit, let that be one of them.
And Tip #7: Avoid repetitive facial expressions.
When you make a facial expression, you contract the underlying muscles.
And If you repeatedly contract the same muscles for years, these lines become permanent.
And one way of getting around this, is to start Wearing sunglasses, as this can help
reduce lines caused by frequent squinting.
All in all, Changing the way you care for your skin by using the right products, handling
it with care, and living a healthy lifestyle are key factors that support anti aging.
Even people who already have signs of premature skin aging can benefit from making these lifestyle
changes.
So let me know if this helped you in any way.
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