The Beginner’s Skincare Guide to Healthy Aging

Yes, such people are not genetically programmed not to age, but they have managed intrinsic aging which accounts for only 20% of our aging process and has learned how to decrease or slow down the visible effects of the extrinsic aging which includes skin care choices, environmental factors, and lifestyle.

Whether you're one of those who believe that starting early with a skin care regimen to control the extrinsic aging process is the key to looking younger or you're in your 40s and just realizing the benefits of having a skin care regimen, you will have something to learn from Harley Institute's beginners' skin care guide to anti-aging.

Sun protection is an absolute must!

We recommend you limit your sun exposure because UV rays from the sun contribute to a large extent why people age prematurely. There are many studies in the U.S and some European countries that have proven this fact.

Wearing sunscreen should be your #1 priority, rain or shine! However, wearing sunscreen or starting a skin care regimen earlier in your 20s will help keep your skin healthy and resistant to premature aging.

Start skin care regimen

No matter your age, consider a mild skin care regimen, be consistent, and build from there. Take it gradually and don't stockpile your drawer with every anti-aging product out there.

It's better to start the regimen by moisturizing because your skin is likely to become dry as you age. Then add any skin care formula that sun protects or even out your skin. If you don't understand your skin type or you don't know how to start a home skin care regimen, call the experienced dermatologist at Harley Institute.

Become a back sleeper!

This sounds ridiculous, right?

But do you know that fine lines and wrinkles could develop on your face because of sleeping on your side or stomach and that your sleeping position is the second prominent cause of wrinkles? So, it's time to become a back sleeper!

Live a healthy lifestyle

This tip could be found in virtually all the anti-aging websites around but never neglect the effects of living a healthy lifestyle on premature aging. We recommend keeping up with daily exercise and eating foods that are high in nutrition and antioxidants.

If you're a smoker, consider reducing the frequency of smoking or stopping it entirely. Tobacco affects collagen-destroying enzymes in our body, and it lowers oxygen cells. It burns your lips and makes your face look dull and older; please avoid smoking.

Your profession may be the cause of premature aging

We are not against any profession, but the truth should be told. If your job responsibility exposes you to sun rays or you are a chef that is always exposed to high temperatures, you may probably look older than someone who sits in the office will lesser enumerations.

Consider upgrading your educational qualification so you can get to the management level - it reduces stress and gives you ample time to unwind!

Key takeaway

None of the tips shared in this article will get you anywhere if you aren't consistent. Don't stop when you start seeing results; rather, be proactive and think of how to make it better.

Like we stated in the first tip, starting earlier in your 20s is key to fighting first signs of aging like loss of elasticity, dark spots, wrinkles and the early development of fine lines. But, if you've not done that, follow all the tips in this article and you will minimize visible signs of aging.