how to say goodbye to wrinkles
Ageing of the skin is a natural process by which the collagen and elastin, that keep our skin looking firm and youthful begin to decline. Cell production and cell quality also diminish over time resulting in wrinkles. These factors unfortunately are out of our control, though diet and supplements can slow down the process, it won’t completely stop it.
The influences that are within our control are largely environmental such as air pollution, smoking and sun damage. Here are some easy ways to reduce wrinkles and help to slow down the ageing process.
Stop smoking – it’s one of the most beneficial things you can do.
Always wear sunscreen whether it’s cloudy or sunny.
Hydrate your skin by drinking about 8 glasses of water a day.
Use skincare products that contain antioxidants and AHA's.
Moisturise the skin on your face twice daily.
Reduce stress. Try reading, exercising, meditating. Around 15 minutes a day is a good start.
Reduce alcohol consumption. Overindulging can put enormous strain on your system and will accelerate wrinkles forming.
Eat healthily by incorporating plenty of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet.
Sleep at least 8 hours every night.
Eat fish three times a week. Great for the skin and general health.
Check with your doctor about taking supplements, your diet may be lacking some of the important nutrients.
Use an eye cream for the delicate skin around the eyes daily.
A few ideas that will help to improve your skin…..
Facial scrubs remove the build-up of dead cells that can increase the appearance of wrinkles, try this weekly.
Use natural skincare products that will nourish your skin and give it lots of vitamins and minerals to help it stay fresh and healthy.
Jojoba oil resembles the skin’s natural oils. Dab this around the eyes to keep wrinkles at bay.
Take vitamin C supplements and use products that contain vitamin C, it will help boost your collagen.
Start a good skincare routine early.. Prevention is easier than a cure.
Honey is known worldwide for its beneficial abilities. Use a honey mask weekly. Simply apply the honey to your face and neck and leave for 30 minutes then rinse off. This mask will "feed" your skin with nutrients.
Aloe Vera and Avocado oil both have the ability to prevent the skin from drying out. They are both used to improve the skin’s elasticity.
I hope you find these tips useful!