How to deal with ageing skin
No one can avoid it! You can cover it up with makeup, you can peel away the layers with acid and chemical treatments, you can turn back the clock with surgery but, it will happen. It happened to your parents, it will happen to your children and it will happen to you! Its inevitable. You will age and your skin will age with you. But healthy aging is a natural process, something that can be accepted and embraced.
With so many quick fixes out there itҒs easy to forget the most important element of skin aging and that is skin health. You could have a full face lift, eye lift, and neck lift at the age of 55 but if after the surgery you continue to abuse your skin, you continue to drink a bottle of wine every day, you continue to smoke, you continue to lie out in the sun, and you continue with the same homecare routine of just soap, water and a moisturiser, how long do you think the effects of that surgery will last? Not long.
After all, its only superficial, just because you had a facelift does not mean your skin will produce more collagen or more elastin. Yes, your skin is pulled tight so you cant see the wrinkles, but for how long? If you focus on keeping your skin healthy it will always look good, whether you are 15, 25 or 65. It is possible to age gracefully, and what, may I ask is wrong with that.
There are two different types of aging. Intrinsic aging is the natural process of physical change over time, it is more about genetics then your lifestyle. This process begins in your mid 20s but will not begin to show on your skin until decades later.
It is premature aging (extrinsic aging) that you can control. Premature aging refers to the unnatural acceleration of the natural aging process it is induced by daylight exposure and lifestyle choices such as smoking , diet and stress.
The Sun. The sun is responsible for a litany of skin issues, and more importantly skin cancer. Scientific studies have shown that repeated ultraviolet exposure breaks down collagen, impairs the skinҒs ability to repair itself, and attacks our elastin. In fact, 90% of premature aging is caused by ultraviolet rays from the sun. The damage caused by these damaging rays can be seen through deep wrinkles, age spots (hyper pigmentation), spider veins, a rough, blotchy complexion and the dreaded leatheryђ look!
Everyone seems to be aware of the dangers of lying out in the sun and most will use sun protection but its the daily exposure to these UV rays that we should be equally aware of as cumulative damage will also cause extensive damage. Fifteen minute walks outside and occasional lunches outdoors can add up to weakened collagen and elastin, and of course, skin cancer. ItҒs important to remember that even if you dont see pink or red skin after being in the sun, that doesnҒt mean that the damage hasnt been done.
Lack of sleep / stress. Skin is the first place to be effected by lack of sleep Җ the immediate effects of exhaustion are represented through dark circles under the eyes and sagging skin. Stress is inevitable just like aging! But it also contributes to premature aging. Often when we are stressed we furrow our brow, place our hands on our faces and pull it in every which way and direction and twist our faces around, performing repetitive movements that impart permanent damage.
Exposure to the elements. Cold winds and low temperatures can dry out skin, depriving it of balanced levels of sebum (oil) that keeps skin lubricated. Without these oils, skin becomes dry, and is more prone to premature aging because of the lack of protective oils. This goes for forced air heating as well such as air conditioning. Warm and dry air acts like a giant sponge, soaking up moisture from everything it touches, including your skin.
Lack of exercise / poor diet. Lack of exercise can contribute to prematurely aging skin, as exercise keeps muscles toned and stimulates blood flow. A poor diet leads to a lack of nutrition for the cells and possible exposure to chemicals and preservatives. Fried and burnt food can also cause oxidation (free radicals from vitamins help counteract oxidation), leading to weaker cell structure.
Smoking. Smokers are more likely than non-smokers to develop wrinkled, leathery skin, as well as a yellowish hue in their complexions. And even if you are not a smoker, being around a smoker can still cause damage to your skin.
So what can be done? Sun protection as your first line of defence. If the sun is your skin֒s worst enemy, then sun protection is your first line of defence. And with new sunscreen technology that wont clog pores, wonҒt cause irritation (redness and burning) and wont feel chalky or greasy, itҒs much easier to comfortably make sunscreens a part of your daily skin care routine.
When selecting sun protection, look for sun protection factors (SPFs) that are combined with stabilized antioxidant vitamins. Research shows sunscreens formulated with antioxidant vitamins provide enhanced protection against damaging UV light and free radicals. With this increased protection from antioxidant vitamins, there is no need to add more potentially irritating sunscreen chemicals to create a higher SPF level.
DermalogicaҒs solar defence system delivers this antioxidant technology through UV smart booster technology, a microcapsule containing antioxidant vitamins that burst open upon contact with UV light, releasing the antioxidants onto the skin, providing protection when its needed most.
Exfoliation. Exfoliation will help to remove dulling skin cells from the skinҒs surface while improving penetration of beneficial ingredients. There are many different types of exfoliant available but the most effective form for reducing the appearance of the signs of aging is an alpha hydroxy acid based exfoliant. With this type of exfoliant you apply it as you would a masque, leave it on your skin for approximately 10 minutes and then remove. An alpha hydroxy acid based exfoliant will dissolve the inter-cellular glue that holds your skin cells together, thus loosening dead skin cells and removing them. Using this type of exfoliant reduces the amount of stimulation on your skin, as you dont need to rub it over your skin as you would if you were to use a scrub based exfoliant.
Emollients. Emollients (such as Shea Butter and Organic Silicones) will help maintain soft, smooth, pliable skin and will act as a lubricant, helping to reduce flaking and moisture loss while improving appearance.
Topically-applied vitamins. It has been scientifically proven that topically-applied vitamins do improve the health of the skin. Vitamin A helps inhibit collagen breakdown while stimulating collagen production, vitamin B aids in wound healing, vitamin C is an antioxidant that inhibits melanin, and vitamin E is an antioxidant that provides a barrier protection while smoothing the skin. An excellent product to try is DermalogicaҒs Multivitamin Power Concentrate, which will give you a daily dose of all the vitamins that your skin needs.
Finally it is also imperative to recognize that the success of your skin treatments will be heavily influenced by your professionally prescribed at-home regimen and the wearing of sunscreen anytime the skin is exposed to daylight. Also important is proper homecare skin products and techniques. Do not use hot water when cleansing, dont use excessive or abrasive movements (instead, go for gentle, upward circles), keep your surrounding temperature as moderate as possible, and stay away from products that contain artificial fragrances or colours. In addition, ask your skin therapist about products containing peptides. Peptides act as cellular messengers that regulate cell repair while stimulating collagen production. Peptides also help improve skin elasticity and tone while fighting the appearance of fine lines.
With the correct homecare routine and small lifestyle changes you certainly can make a huge difference to premature aging, and it is never too late to start making changes. If you require more information, or to receive a full and personally prescribed homecare routine donҒt hesitate to speak to me directly via the online therapistђ on my website Suzie Bell ITEC Qualified Skin and Beauty Specialist (Trained at the International Dermal Institute) ґdermalogica products & Expert online Skin therapist.
If you require more information on your skin, or to receive a full and personally prescribed homecare routine donҒt hesitate to speak to me directly via the online therapistђ on my website, it is a safe, secure and trusted site, I will get back to you within the same day guaranteedђ. Expert advice of skin and skincare and all the information you need about the leading professional skincare products 'dermalogica'
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