Some amount of wrinkling will develop as you grow older. It is inevitable and you can do nothing about it. The first sign of wrinkles normally appears around the eyes and mouth. With age the skin becomes thinner and dryer and that mainly cause the wrinkles. There are other factors also involved which mainly determines the rate of wrinkle formation.
These factors include:
- Diet and nutrition
- Muscle tone
- Facial expressions
- Stress
- Skin care
- Exposure to the sun and environmental pollution
- Smoking and other lifestyle habits
Of these factors, the exposure to the sun is probably the most important one. It dries the skin out and it leads to the generation of free radicals that damage the skin cells. Most sun damage is incured during everyday activities such as driving. Sun damage is cumulative, although not always obvious for many years.
Dermatologists are constantly searching for ways to prevent or treat wrinkles. They can perform a wide range of treatments such as facial peels, cosmetic surgery, laser treatments and BoTox. Most of these and other treatments can have negative side effects.
It is suggested that you rather follow some of the more natural treatments that do not have those negative side effects.
The following are recommended:
- Eat a well-balanced diet with lots of raw fruit and vegetables.
- Drink at least 2 litres of purified water per day.
- Obtain fatty acids from cold-pressed vegetable oils.
- Avoid alcohol, coffee and smoking. These only dry the skin out.
- Protect yourself from the sun in all weather conditions. The UV rays are present even when it rains.
- Get regular exercise to get a better blood circulation through your body.
- Practice good skin care, avoiding harsh soaps and solid cleansing creams. Use natural oils instead, such as avocado oil.
Following these guidelines will not prevent the natural ageing process and wrinkle formation, but it will speed down the process.
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