How to Prevent Fine Lines & Wrinkles

If you started noticing fine lines and wrinkles, then it is most likely that you have dry skin. Your face looks dry, dull and flaky, which can be from lack of exfoliation, especially around the nose area known as the (T-Zone). Exfoliation is essential for dry skin, you should exfoliate your skin at least 1 time per week, be careful not to over exfoliate as this can cause dryness. Fine lines and wrinkles are a main factor of lack of hydration. Fine lines and wrinkles will also be noted in other areas like corner of your eyes, and around your lips. Lack of hydration and even smoking can cause the development of fine lines, which can make you look older than you are also known as (Pre-Mature Skin). Dry skin occurs when the protective barrier of oil in the lower level of your skin starts to break down and water evaporates from the skin into the air. Central heating and cold temperatures are one of the common causes, which is the main reason why most beauty companies are known to sell the most of moisturizers during the months of January. The problem with skin is that it will make you old before your time; not only is it prone to natural wrinkling but UV rays penetrate deeper and into the dehydrated skin, increasing sun damage, which will be noted as spots and discoloration in certain areas. The most important and I would have to say Vital things to do is to get moisture back into your skin and you would be surprised by how just a few simple things can help your skin benefit from moisture, and lack of elasticity.

A good water based moisturizer, with Sunscreen will help stop the process of aging. A great rule of thumb to remember is that applying moisturizer on a daily basis can be the product that makes a difference between dry skin and perfect skin. It is also recommended that you regularly to increase moisture are to apply a face mask that contains moisturizing properties like avocados, and honey. Another way to increase the hydration is to drink plenty of fluids, the normal amount of water intake is between 8-10 glasses of water daily, and the more you drink the better, especially if you are planning to be out in the sun. Another main factor to dry skin is the daily products used; make sure that the products you use do not contain any alcohol or soap, as this will actually cause skin dehydration. The best products to use are products that contain milk or have a creamy substance, if it feels refreshingly oily creamy, then you have a great product. The oily creamy products are a sign that will help feed your skin to keep it moisturized and reverse the signs of aging. It is best to cleanse your face with a cream cleanser that contains alpha or beta-hydroxy acids, as these help increase the cell replacement which slows on maturing skin, the use of alpha or beta-hydroxy cleansers also removes the need for a toner, which can cause more dryness. You can also use a soap that is glycerin based. Always keep in mind that to only cleanse your skin once a day preferably at the end of the day, to prevent dryness, and it is important to remember that re-application of moisturizers especially during the summer hot days can be a great factor to help your skin.

Written by: Hany Selmo, Licensed Skin Care Specialist

Resources: The beauty book

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