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The question that girls most often ask cosmetologists is: “When should I use an anti-aging cream to combat wrinkles and skin aging?” We will show you how to detect the first signs of aging and take measures to eliminate them.
How skin aging occurs
As a result of the impact of external and internal factors day after day:
the synthesis of collagen and elastin is reduced;
the density of the intercellular matrix decreases;
the rate of renewal of epidermal cells slows down.
The first signs of wilting are not evident
To resist the aging process, you need to constantly monitor the condition of the skin. The first changes you may notice are:
dehydration;
small faded pigment spots;
uneven microrelief and tone of the epidermis.
So, it’s time to take a more responsible approach to skin care: reconsider your habits and lifestyle, contact a beautician to choose products that will purposefully defend your youth.
Causes of wilting
The human aging process is programmed genetically. But it has already been proven that only 20% of age-related skin changes are associated with genetics, the remaining 80% are determined by lifestyle. There are many factors that contribute to skin aging. We list the main ones below.
solar radiation provokes early aging: wrinkles, age spots.
polluted atmosphere leads to the formation of free radicals that destroy cells.
Stress, as well as lack of sleep – the reasons for the increase in the synthesis of corticosteroid hormones. And they, in turn, are responsible for the destruction of hyaluronic acid and fibroblasts, necessary for the production of collagen and elastin of the skin. Visible manifestations of this process are dry skin and fine wrinkles on the face.
Bad habits negatively affect the state of the whole organism, including the skin. Recall that alcohol and smoking are bad for the health of blood vessels. Result: dull complexion, puffiness, spider veins on the nose and cheeks.
malnutrition, that is, the abundance of empty carbohydrates in the diet (flour and sweets), the lack of proteins, as well as “live” vitamins and trace elements have a bad effect on the moisture and elasticity of the skin. In addition, sugar literally ages the skin, causing irreversible changes in the structure of collagen.
Skin fades gradually
The first signs of skin aging are not mimic wrinkles, which even teenagers have. The defining characteristics of age are the quality of the skin, its relief and color. Skin does not age overnight, it is a gradual process.
Slows down blood microcirculation. The skin becomes more dimmer, uneven, the blush and freshness characteristic of youth disappear.
The number and structure of proteins decreases, providing skin tone. Mimic wrinkles deepen, crow’s feet appear around the eyes, the skin of the eyelids loses its density.
The processes responsible for the uniformity of skin color are disrupted. Her tone becomes uneven, age spots form.
Decreased sebum production. Skin appears rougher, drier and more sensitive.
In adulthood due to hormonal fluctuations redistribution of adipose tissue, so the oval of the face changes.
Recovery and care
Dealing with already manifested signs of age is more difficult than preventing them. However, by auditing the jars of cosmetics and replenishing your arsenal, you can succeed.
Moisturizing is the first step for skin with signs of aging
humidification
Signs of dehydration (dryness, tightness, fine lines) are a sign that your cream isn’t doing its job well and your skin needs an extra dose of moisture.
Serums and gels with hyaluronic acid, applied daily, will help restore and maintain a high level of moisture – the first condition for successfully combating the signs of wilting.
Sun protection
The basis of any care is the cleansing-moisturizing-protection trio. But the last point is often ignored, comforting themselves with the fact that the sun in Russia is not such a frequent occurrence. This is not an argument: type A rays invisible to the eye penetrate clouds and even window panes, causing photoaging (wrinkles, dryness, age spots).
Pay attention to the labeling of products with SPF: the presence of a UVA, PA or broad spectrum icon on the package is mandatory.
The use of antioxidants
It makes sense to choose a vitamin complex or dietary supplement with antioxidants to fight free radicals not only externally, but also from the inside.
Update
Once or twice a week, you need to carry out procedures that renew the skin: apply scrub, gommage, peeling. In skin with signs of aging, the natural process of cell exfoliation is slowed down, hence dullness, uneven texture, visible pores.
Include night serums or lotions with a small concentration of acids in your beauty routine, which will rid the skin of dead cells and stimulate renewal processes.
Purification
Since the procedure for removing makeup is quite traumatic for the skin, gels and tonics with a delicate texture will help soften it.
“Pay attention to cleansers with oils and squalane, a plant analogue of squalene, a natural component of the skin that protects it from external aggressive influences,” advises Alexey Mironenko.
Overview of skincare products for aging skin
Cleansing of aging skin
| Name | Features | Composition |
| Oil for removing makeup and cleansing the skin of the face Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil, Kiehl’s | Upon contact with water, it turns into an emulsion that removes make-up (including persistent) without the subsequent feeling of tightness and dryness. | evening primrose oil rich in omega-6 fatty acids, olive squalane, lavender oil |
| Tonic “Absolute tenderness”, L’Oréal Paris | Completes the cleansing routine, soothing the skin, leaving it soft and fresh. | rose extract, jasmine extract |
| Softening foaming gel for cleansing the skin and removing makeup Toleriane Gel, La Roche-Posay | It gently removes make-up without irritating even very sensitive skin. | neurosensin, shea butter and squalane |
Refreshing aging skin
| Name | Features | Composition |
| Night peeling Idéalia, Vichy | Improves the quality of the skin, gives it radiance, stimulating cell renewal. Apply with a cotton pad after cleansing. | blueberry extract, fermented black tea extract, glycolic acid + Hepes |
| Nightly refining micro-peel concentrate, Kiehl’s | Stimulates the process of natural cell renewal, acts gently, suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. | quinoa husk extract, AHA complex |
| Night two-phase peeling Visionnaire Crescendo, Lancôme | Gently exfoliates the top layer of the epidermis, evens out the color and texture of the skin. | glycolic, salicylic and fruit acids, quinoa extract |
Moisturizing aging skin
| Name | Features | Composition |
| Hydrating B5 Intensive Hydrating Gel, SkinCeuticals | Restore the optimal level of skin hydration, “straightening” it from the inside. | low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5 |
| Moisture Genius, L’Oréal Paris | The weightless gel can be used on its own or in place of a serum. Instantly moisturizes the skin, the effect lasts for 72 hours. | high molecular weight hyaluronic acid, aloe juice |
| Super-moisturizing and toning sheet mask “Aquabomba”, Garnier | Immediately saturates with moisture, relieves the feeling of discomfort, with regular use it solves the problem of persistent dehydration. | hyaluronic acid, pomegranate extract, moisturizing serum |
Protection for aging skin
| Name | Features | Composition |
| High Potency Antioxidant Serum CE Ferulic, Skinceuticals | 8 times increases the protective functions of the skin, neutralizes free radicals, protects against the effects of the sun. | vitamins C, E and ferulic acid |
| Firming care against the signs of aging at different stages of formation Slow Age, Vichy | Helps neutralize and prevent the effects of oxidative stress by protecting the skin from the sun with SPF 25. | antioxidant baicalin, vitamins C and E, probiotic Bifidus |
| Oil Skin Best Liquid Glow, Biotherm | Gives radiance to the skin, can be used during the day instead of serum, as an additive to the cream or as a standalone night remedy. Suitable for massage. | algae extracts, blend of natural oils |