Wrinkles are creases, folds, or ridges in the skin. They naturally appear as people get older. The first wrinkles tend to appear on a person's face in areas where the skin naturally folds during facial expressions. They develop due to the skin becoming thinner and less elastic over time.
As you get older, your skin naturally becomes less elastic and more fragile. Decreased production of natural oils dries your skin and makes it appear more wrinkled. Fat in the deeper layers of your skin diminishes. This causes loose, saggy skin and more-pronounced lines and crevices.
Wrinkles first start to appear from around the age of 25 where the first signs of aging start to become apparent on the surface of the skin. But that’s till early days in terms of skin aging. Toward the mid to late thirties, fine lines might start being more noticeable than before. But, if deeper wrinkles develop in one’s 30s, they could have been caused by environmental factors.
How can the appearance of wrinkles be reduced?
1.Protect yourself from the sun
We’re not trying to sound like a broken record but not only does wearing a daily SPF fend off wrinkle-causing UV damage, it can actually help erase signs of aging. Research shows that the regular application of sunscreen protects skin against photoaging (wrinkling, spotting and loss of elasticity caused by exposure to the sun's ultraviolet radiation). A good quality sun screen truly has anti-aging properties.
2.Keep your skin moisturised
The best way to do this is with a light, natural product that keeps the skin moist but not oily. Enter SkinSpring’s R3 Dermatological Formulation that’s key, active ingredient is Hypochlorous (HOCl). Recent studies show that HOCl can reduce wrinkles by up to 50%. On top of that, it also helps get rid of acne and dry patches faster than other products on the market. Use it as a daily, natural toner after cleansing or when you feel you need a hydro boost!
One of the best-kept secrets for healthier, younger looking skin is as easy as turning on the tap. Water makes up a large percentage of your body weight, and when you don't drink enough of it, it shows in your skin. Without enough water, your skin looks dull, and prematurely aged. Water maintains your skin's elasticity.
4.Eat nutrient dense food (vitamin C, baby!)
Research suggests vitamin C from foods can help regenerate skin cells, reduce wrinkles and fight against ultraviolet aging of your skin when exposed to sunlight. Research shows that diets rich in fruits and veggies, which are the major contributors of vitamin C in foods, are associated with healthier skin among women.
5.Sleep on your back
This might sound like a silly one but it works! In addition to fewer wrinkles on your face, sleeping on your back can help you have fewer wrinkles on your neck as well. Applying pressure to the same area of skin breaks down collagen, which leads to those unwanted lines. Try the supine sleeping position (lying horizontally with the face and torso facing up). The supine position is the best position all around for prolonging youthful skin. Not only does it prevent wrinkles due to the lack of wrinkle-inducing friction, it also stops the skin from experiencing the pressure of your face pushing into the pillow.
6.Don't smoke
Smoking can cause deeper wrinkles on the face, particularly between the eyebrows, around the eyes, and around the mouth and lips. People who smoke have fewer elastin and collagen fibers in the skin compared to those who don't smoke. Without enough of these fibers, the skin becomes harder and less elastic.
7. Stop the stress
Stress causes changes to the proteins in your skin and reduces its elasticity. This loss of elasticity can contribute to wrinkle formation. Stress may also lead to repeated furrowing of your brow that may also contribute to the formation of wrinkles.
Healthy ways to cope with stress:
- Take breaks from the screen
- Take care of your body
- Make time to unwind
- Talk to others
- Connect with the people you love
- Avoid drugs and alcohol
Wrinkles may be a natural part of the aging process, but there are many ways to prevent them and reduce their appearance. For starters, you can make sure you’ve got a solid skin care routine in place that’s gentle and sustainable. Read this blog to find out what the best skin care routine for your skin type is.