Wrinkles are part and parcel of getting older and are something we’ll all have to face up to at some point in our lives.
Hectic lifestyles, sun exposure, environmental pollution and diet can all impact the way we look later in life. As we age, our bodies slow down the production of the natural proteins – collagen and elastin – that our skin needs to stay healthy, and when this happens, wrinkles start to appear. It happens to us all, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of.
However, if you want to defy the ageing process and maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin for longer, there are a few things you can do to keep wrinkles at bay. Read on to find out more.
• What is Collagen, and why is it important?
Maintaining healthy skin can be more of a challenge the older we get. As our bodies age, they produce less collagen, a naturally occurring protein that is the building block of every cell in the body. Collagen is a protein found in the skin, bones, muscles and connective tissues. It supports the development of healthy skin and joints, fights inflammation and helps to maintain the elasticity in your skin. Collagen production slows with age, making the skin less elastic, leading to wrinkles and loose skin. Less collagen means a less ‘youthful’ appearance and more fine lines. Collagen treatments and supplements can help rebuild collagen levels in your skin.
• Natural ways to combat wrinkles
When it comes to keeping your skin healthy and natural and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, there are several things you can do to help. Many are simple lifestyle choices that help combat the effects of ageing and slow the decline in collagen production. If you follow these tips, it’s not only your skin that will benefit. They can also help you keep your teeth, hair, nails and eyes healthy, along with your muscles and joints.
• Wear sunscreen
Wearing sunscreen is essential for several reasons. First and foremost, it can help prevent sunburn and stave off the onset of long-term skin conditions associated with over-exposure to the sun’s powerful UV rays. However, wearing sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 can also help delay the signs of ageing and the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It will also help keep your skin moist rather than drying out when you’re in the sun for long periods.
• Limit your sugar intake
It’s well known that too many sweet and sugary treats can be bad for your teeth and lead to weight issues. Sugar is also linked to a host of more serious long-term health conditions like diabetes and heart disease. However, too much sugar can slow down collagen production and make your skin age quicker than usual. A process called glycation, in which your body breaks down sugar can also start to break down the collagen in your body and make you look older than you are.
• Quit smoking
• Boost your vitamins
• Have a good skincare routine
• Get your antioxidants
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Information and other content provided in Lily & Loaf blogs should not be construed as medical advice and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise. If you have any medical concerns, you should consult with your health care provider.
