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First, the good news: it is possible to delay the appearance of wrinkles. The news is worse: they will still appear. Let’s try to figure out why age-related changes occur and what means will help to avoid their early manifestation.
Factors affecting the appearance of wrinkles
Unfortunately, the aging process begins at a young age. But this is not a reason to lose heart, it is not difficult to stay young today.
The results of recent studies show that the human body begins to age as early as 14 years old. But at this age, a person has a powerful internal resource for recovery. Therefore, it becomes noticeable closer to 30 years (for someone earlier, for someone later).
Age-related changes affect the entire body, including the skin. This is a natural process and it is genetically programmed. How fast it will be depends largely on us – our lifestyle and attitude towards ourselves. The objective causes of wrinkles are divided into internal and external.
External
The skin is the first to face the influence of negative environmental factors and takes the brunt of it.
One of the causes of early wrinkles is the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
Sun rays
Ultraviolet is the main enemy of beautiful, smooth and elastic skin. Harmful rays of types A and B will hit exposed areas of the body in a matter of minutes if the skin is not covered with sunscreens.
Bad ecology
The state of the environment is reflected in the skin. Gas contamination of big cities, harmful emissions from industrial enterprises, construction dust – all this does not have the best effect on the condition of the skin and contributes to the premature appearance of wrinkles.
Stress
It is generally accepted that stress is the scourge of the last century. But this is not so, in people’s lives it has always been. Another question is that nowadays it often accumulates and accompanies many on an ongoing basis. Internal resources of resistance to voltage in such conditions are quickly depleted. Be that as it may, the state of chronic stress is also read in the face: it acquires a gray and dull hue, wrinkles appear, and the general tone disappears. Read more about the effects of stress here.
Dry indoor air
Dry indoor air has a negative effect on the skin all year round: batteries and heaters are to blame for this in winter, and air conditioners in summer.
internal
The appearance of wrinkles can also contribute to causes that are not related to external factors. Let’s talk about them in more detail.
Slowing down the rate of cell renewal
Indeed, every year the cells of the epidermis take more and more time to renew themselves. In youth, this process takes 28 days, and in adulthood – up to 50.
Moisture loss
Water is life. Tissues can maintain optimal hydrobalance only if we provide the body with an uninterrupted supply of water. Moisturizing is possible not only from the inside, but also from the outside – with the help of products with hyaluronic acid and other moisturizing ingredients. Lack of moisture leads to dryness and, as a result, to the formation of wrinkles.
Free radical damage to cells
Everyone has heard of oxidative stress. This is the damage caused by free radicals. They destroy healthy skin cells, causing aging.
How to prevent wrinkles
Competent and systematic skin care is the key to a long and beautiful youth.
Age-related changes (double chin, rays around the eyes, lines on the forehead) cannot but upset. It is not surprising that the queries: “How to get rid of wrinkles”, “How to prevent wrinkles”, “How to avoid wrinkles” – break popularity records in a variety of search engines. The answers lie on the surface. Each of us can take advantage of practical advice from experts and adhere to elementary rules regarding lifestyle.
Healthy sleep
Regular lack of sleep leads to accelerated aging. Therefore, full sleep, at least 8 hours, is a key condition for prolonging youth.
Sun protection
Use products with UV filters, regardless of the time of year. A special application on your smartphone will allow you to track the ultraviolet index, as well as the weather.
Refusal of sweets
Sugar is a direct path to glycation (“sticking together” of collagen fibers), which means loss of elasticity.
Gymnastics for the face
This is a great way to prevent wrinkles. But there is an important nuance – you need to find a certified trainer. Relying on information widely presented on social networks is not always wise. Stretching the muscles of the face at the prompt of an incompetent “specialist” is very easy. It is much more difficult, and sometimes impossible, to return them to their original state. Be carefull!
Vitamin C
Ascorbic acid is useful for humans both in the composition of food and in the composition of cosmetics.
Cosmetics
Use cosmetics to moisturize and nourish the skin. Search within:
hyaluronic acid;
antioxidants;
vitamins;
squalane;
panthenol;
oil.
Facial concentrate for normal and combination skin Aqua Glow “Moisturizing and Radiance”, Biotherm
Vitamin C in the concentrate helps to even out skin tone. In combination with ceramides, which are involved in strengthening the protective barrier, it provides a radiant complexion. Enriched with Life Plankton thermal plankton extract and natural glycerin, the product is extremely gentle. The concentrate is suitable even for sensitive skin.
Multi-corrective anti-aging face cream Super Multi-Corrective Cream, Kiehl’s
The cream effectively reduces wrinkles, improves the texture and elasticity of the skin, including due to components such as jasmonic and hyaluronic acids and beech extract.
Energy activator care Énergie de Vie, Lancôme
It is especially useful for residents of megacities, as it has a powerful moisturizing and antioxidant effect.
Intensive concentrated gel-cream for wrinkle correction Redermic Retinol Concentrate, La Roche-Posay
Combines pure retinol and sustained release retinol. This combination allows you to effectively combat the signs of photoaging – pronounced wrinkles, uneven color and skin relief.
Day face cream “Shine of youth 25+”, Garnier
The “star component” of the entire line, plant cells of youth, is supplemented with caffeine extract. For the age of 25+, such prevention of the first wrinkles is quite enough.
How to avoid wrinkles around the eyes
The first to give out age are the so-called “crow’s feet” and bags under the eyes. Is it possible to prevent their occurrence? Yes, there are several ways.
Take frequent breaks while reading or working long hours at the computer. The eyes need rest.
Rinse makeup with micellar water or special eye makeup removers.
Use creams, serums and patches designed specifically for the eye area.
Means for the restoration and care of the skin around the eyes Mineral 89, Vichy
The composition of the product includes the following active ingredients:
hyaluronic acid of natural origin – to moisturize the skin;
caffeine, known for its draining properties, to reduce dark circles and bags under the eyes;
green algae extract, rich in vitamins and protein – to fight free radicals.
Cream for the skin around the eyes “Dose of Youth” Youth Dose Eye Treatment, Kiehl’s
Alliance Perfect Concealer Stick, L’Oréal Paris
The stick has a pleasant creamy texture, does not dry the skin. The tool brightens dark circles under the eyes, masks imperfections, adapts to skin tone.
Roller around the eyes BB Cream, Garnier
The pigmented formula effectively conceals bags under the eyes. The balanced composition helps to smooth and moisturize the skin around the eyes, as well as reduce signs of fatigue.
Moisturizing cream for the skin around the eyes Eye Balm, SkinCeuticals
With a reduction in circles under the eyes and an increase in skin elasticity, this remedy copes with a well-thought-out combination of active ingredients. Wrinkles around the eyes are smoothed out and become less noticeable.