After your thirties, you may start the notice the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles – generally, these start to appear along the forehead, around the eyes or as laughter lines around the mouth. The ageing process is perfectly normal and is nothing to fear, but modern society has put pressure on us in recent years to avoid these signs of age and revert back to a more youthful complexion. There are plenty of creams and treatments on the market which offer the promise of smoother skin, but there are also natural options which can provide the same level of success.
Wrinkles occur from both external and internal sources, age being the most common cause. This is due to the collagen levels in the body dropping gradually over time, with the amount dropping dramatically after your thirties. If you want to improve the condition of your skin, you need to up the amount of collagen as well as making changes to your lifestyle, which will help fight the lines from the inside out.
Smoking and too much sun exposure will both contribute to skin damage, as will a poor diet and lack of exercise. Smoking has a hugely negative impact on your skin, in addition to causing many health problems, so if you smoke you should seek advice on how to stop as soon as possible. If you’re a sun worshipper, you should also take care – small amounts of sun are good for you, as your body needs it to produce vitamin D, but seek shade where possible, where a high factor SPF and try to avoid sitting in the sun for long periods of time. In addition to a balanced diet, rich in fruit and vegetables, you should also make sure you stay hydrated – drink at least two litres of water each day to help your body function effectively. These changes to your lifestyle will offer you a great improvement to the condition of your skin, as well as other health benefits.
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