The body's natural production of collagen decreases after the age of 25 (Shutterstock)
Skin care requires care and almost daily follow-up to maintain its freshness and avoid the appearance of signs of aging, which serve as an early warning bell for women that pave the way for the appearance of deep wrinkles on the face and body.
The Cleveland Clinic report explained the difference between fine lines and wrinkles. Lines are the first stage of wrinkles, and they appear on the forehead, around the eyes and mouth, when we laugh or frown. They do not go beyond the surface layer of the skin, so they are easy to treat by moisturizing and reducing repetitive expressive movements.
A Healthline report advises avoiding using chemical exfoliants to treat fine lines, and just moisturizing the skin and drinking water.
As for wrinkles, they are a sign of your aging, as a result of damage to collagen fibers and thinning of the skin, until its resistance to gravity weakens and it sagged. Wrinkles appear as deep folds anywhere in the body, and do not require treatment unless they appear early.
Fine lines may appear on the skin of the face, neck, and arms after the age of 25, and become clearer in the mid-to-late 30s, or earlier, depending on the degree of your skin care. As for wrinkles, they appear between the ages of 40 and 55 years, anywhere on the body.
How do you slow down the formation of wrinkles?
Skin aging is inevitable, as the body's production of collagen naturally decreases after the age of 25, but there are several preventive measures to maintain the elasticity of your skin for as long as possible, such as:
Sun protection
Sunscreen is the shortest way to protect your skin from wrinkling. A report by the American Institute on Aging confirmed that the sun's ultraviolet rays are responsible for the skin losing its elasticity with age.
Therefore, keep applying a cream with a sun protection factor higher than 15, half an hour before going out, and reapply it every two hours, whenever you sweat, or after wiping the skin.
Sunscreen is the shortest way to protect your skin from wrinkles (Shutterstock)
Weight stabilization
The skin is like an elastic band. It breaks apart if it is stretched repeatedly, loses its old elasticity, and eventually sag. Thus, the ability of the body's cells to produce collagen proteins slows down, and wrinkles form.
If you decide to lose weight, the “Healthline” website advises that you do not lose 15-20% of your weight at once, if you are over the age of 30, so that you do not suffer from premature skin aging, or what is commonly called “Ozimbic face,” in reference to rapid weight loss medications. .
Moisturizing the skin
Dry skin is more susceptible to wrinkles than other skin types, so a report from the Wexner Medical Center at Ohio University advises you to choose a high-quality moisturizer rich in hyaluronic acid, and apply it daily, while drinking plenty of water to maintain the skin’s internal hydration.
Avoid making any surgical or permanent changes to your appearance to protect you from the negative consequences of plastic surgery (Shutterstock)
Gentleness to the skin
Avoid sleeping on your side, so as not to put pressure on the skin of your face. Get used to sleeping on your back, and consider buying silk pillowcases and sheets to reduce skin friction.
Also, rubbing the skin to dry it from water is stressful for the skin, not to mention exfoliating scrubs and blackhead removal masks. The skin can be dried by patting it with paper towels, chemically exfoliating dead skin, and stopping products that sting, unless your doctor prescribes them.
Healthy life
The American Academy of Dermatology report confirmed the ability of sugar and fats to accelerate aging, and the ability of fresh fruits and vegetables to prevent this damage.
The report pointed to the results of studies that stated that exercise improves blood circulation and the efficiency of the immune system, which may give you brighter skin.
How do you accept facial lines and wrinkles?
Give yourself to me
The above tips not only help you slow down the effects of age on your skin, but they are also effective steps to come to terms with your facial lines. Personal care, mindful eating, and exercise are forms of mindfulness that have been proven to reduce feelings of stress and depression, by shifting your focus on what worries you. To what you can control, in a step towards making peace with yourself, and enjoying the present moment.
Fight your anxiety
There are several ways to combat anxiety, which you should try before heading to a psychiatrist, such as: practicing breathing exercises while applying moisturizers to the skin, or taking a shower. You can also practice self-compassion, by looking at yourself in a woman, praising what you see, and avoiding talking negatively about your body. Or judge him.
Daily blogging
The "Psychology Today" website advises appreciating the body, through gratitude for divine blessings and the daily tasks the body carries, apologizing to yourself for any harm your body has suffered one day, talking to yourself with kindness and acceptance just as you would talk to your friend, and being proud of your experience in life, to enhance your acceptance of yourself.
Appreciating the body, through gratitude for divine blessings and the daily tasks the body carries, makes women feel satisfied with themselves (Shutterstock)
Follow realistic role models
Focusing on appearance and comparing yourself to others is harmful to your health, so avoid following artists who are obsessed with plastic surgery, or aging models, because they never represent the average woman. Challenging societal standards of beauty may be achieved by following women who embody qualities such as: strength and wisdom. , courage, generosity, and traits that go beyond physical appearance.
Resist the beauty obsession
Avoid making any surgical or permanent changes to your appearance. There are non-surgical procedures to restore youthful skin, suggested by the Harvard Medical School website, such as: using moisturizers rich in vitamin A, injections to treat expression lines, hyaluronic acid injections, collagen stimulation, and removing pigmentation. With laser devices.
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