Today, I will try to explain 6 ways to reduce skin’s process of aging. Do not confuse your aging process with skin aging. We all know that aging is a natural process which is beyond us but the skin’s process of aging can be reduced by applying some proper and basic methods;
1 – Protect from Direct Sunlight (UV): Yes, sun is one of the main factor for your premature skin aging. Damage to your skin started years back but you see dead, dull and wrinkled skin now. Well, there is famous saying “When it comes to sun damage; prevention is much better than cure ”.
As you know, there are many ways to prevent sun damage occurring. We just tend to ignore or sometimes feel shame to adopt. But remember, at the end, you are the one who is suffering. Just give you few examples about how to protect from Sun;
You can use sun screen for face and neck.Use hat whenever you go outside i.e. work, shopping or even to hang out the washing etc.Use make-up that contains sunscreen Try to remain under shade when possible If you do not apply any sunscreen, at least cover your un-covered body parts with a cloth.
2 – Free Radicals: Another major factor is “free radicals”. So let first talk about what they are? They are molecules produced from many sources i.e. air, pollution, chemicals and radiation. Fatty diets and over exercising can trigger the free radicals. These free radicals can disturb your system and in latest study “could significantly damage you health” which could lead to heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis. So how to prevent your skin from free radicals;
Antioxidants are helpful against free radicals. Increase your intake of antioxidants like Vitamin A and EDo not take fatty diets regularly instead colorful fruits and vegetables are best.Use of chemicals in and around the home can trigger free radicals. Try to reduce their usage at home.Use reliable source for natural skin care products that contain anti oxidants.
3 – Natural Skin Well it’s a debatable subject. One school of thought is supporting and the other is against it. For me, there is no harm as long as you use natural skin care products from the reliable source. These products will help you to reduce the amount of chemical substances you absorb into your body that can cause premature aging. Ways to prevent absorbing chemicals through the skin are:
As I mentioned above, you can use natural skin care products but from the reliable source. Read some articles before you buy. After all it’s a matter of your skin.Scent the skin with essential oils or naturally scented creams Use Aromatherapy oil blends and clays Use soaps that made from plant extractions Take a bath daily. It will help to rid the skin of dust and grime
5 – Removing the oldest dead cells: The removal of the oldest dead skin cells on the skin’s outermost surface is call exfoliate. It has been used for many years to help maintain skin. It is the natural way to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the body and prevent premature aging and revealing the fresh new skin cells beneath. There are many benefits to exfoliating the skin. Not only is new skin revealed but the circulation is stimulated enabling toxins to be dislodged and removed from the layers of the skin and the lymph nodes. Ways to exfoliate are:
When you take bath, use a body scrub once a week. A natural bristle skin brush will help you to reduce premature aging. Brush the dry skin before showering daily (Do not use hard brush that could damage the skin too)Use Lufah. It’s an Arabic word. loofahs will help you to remove dead cells when bathing Scratchy towel will help to stimulate your blood circulation in the skin.
6 – Dehydration: One of the most common factors is Dehydration for premature Aging. Many says, we should drink 8-10 glasses of water daily. Many people do not drink enough. Well it also depends on your geographical presence. Important: 8-10 glasses do not include soft drinks and / or coffee! They actually tax the system of moisture. Ways to ensure you drink enough water are:
Try to carry a water bottle with you. Carrying a bottle is not important, what important is “DRINK IT ?”. Each person has different water requirements. So how you know how much water you should intake. Well it’s simple.
Divide your weight by 8.
The above natural ways looks simple but we need to refresh ourselves every time, all the time to apply those rules in our daily routine.
