Reversing skin aging requires taking multiple approaches. Proper care of the skin with natural, gentle cleansers, makeup that won’t clog up pores and an effective moisturizer are essential to its health and preservation.
Sun damage is one of the primary contributors to premature skin aging and its effects can include fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots and sagging skin. Protecting yourself with broad spectrum sunscreen is therefore essential.
1. Eat a Healthy Diet
Diet can help slow the progression of aging skin by providing nutrients essential for its preservation, such as plenty of fruits and vegetables, such as sugary and refined carb foods that can promote premature aging and dull complexions.
Be sure to consume an ample supply of lean protein from sources like eggs, chicken, tofu and beans; they provide an essential source of this vital nutrient which stimulates skin cell regeneration while protecting against oxidation in your body.
Foods high in collagen, like bone broth and red meat, can do wonders for your skin. Collagen helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles as well as combat dryness. Citrus fruits such as citrus juice or kiwi provide added vitamin C benefits which may improve sun damaged skin conditions.
Add food-rich in color, such as sweet potatoes and pomegranates, to your diet for better skin protection from UV damage and more youthful looking results. In addition, try using Nutri-Lumiere Revive colour correcting cream which contains Kaki extract for even greater benefits in brightening and improving complexion; its clinical research has demonstrated significant reductions of yellowness, sallowness and blotchiness.
2. Exercise Regularly
Exercise not only burns calories and tones the body, but can also reverse aging skin by improving acne, wrinkles, dull skin, and other common issues. Exercise increases heart rate and blood circulation through your entire body including skin cells; providing oxygen and nutrients needed by cells as waste is removed to keep a vibrant complexion healthy and alive. When working out make sure to shower immediately afterwards so any sweat, dirt or oils that clog pores cause breakouts are cleansed away as soon as possible with a gentle cleanser with moisturizing ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid for best results.
3. Get Enough Sleep
Sleep helps your body produce human growth hormone, which repairs damaged tissues–including skin. Therefore, getting enough restful slumber is so essential for our well-being. Poor rest leads to wrinkles and dark circles under the eyes; certain sleeping positions may worsen these issues even further. Dr. Vasyukevic suggests sleeping on your back with your head propped up so as to prevent fluid buildup in the face that causes puffy eyes in the morning. Proper rest also ensures anti-ageing products are absorbed properly– aim for at least eight hours every night!
Vitamin C is an exceptional antioxidant known to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve elasticity and firmness, protect against sun damage, and provide protection from further sun exposure.
4. Drink Water
Water is one of the key elements for life on earth and for proper functioning of human bodies, including skin (which contains approximately 64% water). So it makes sense that people believe drinking more water could help reduce fine lines and wrinkles; however, there’s not much scientific support for this theory; one small study suggested drinking 2.25 liters (9.5 cups) daily of either mineral water or regular tap water for four weeks did increase skin thickness but did not result in significant wrinkle reduction.
Gunn emphasizes the importance of proper hydration for healthy skin, suggesting using a moisturizer with locking-in moisture instead of simply drinking more water. You can also protect the skin barrier and add additional hydration with an ointment or cream that contains moisturizing elements.
5. Stop Smoking
Smoking has long been linked with premature skin aging and other health concerns, and can reduce our body’s ability to absorb essential vitamins such as A and C. Consuming more fruits and vegetables rich in these essential vitamins may help counteract some of its adverse effects; particularly oranges, broccoli, green leafy veggies as well as Camu-camu and Acerola supplements (which offer the highest natural source of Vitamin C).
Smoking accelerates the aging process by damaging collagen, leading to wrinkles and thickened skin. Quitting smoking can bring immediate benefits – as shown by one 2019 study showing age spots and redness reduced within one month after quitting – as well as help slow the aging process by reinvigorating collagen production, making your skin appear brighter, smoother, with reduced wrinkles due to improved circulation and reduced carbon monoxide in your blood.
6. Exfoliate Regularly
One of the best ways to prevent signs of aging is through maintaining healthy skin from the inside out. A diet rich in vegetables, fruits and healthy fats while restricting ultra-processed foods with added sugar may help improve complexion and decrease fine line appearance.
Exfoliation is one of the best ways to make skin look smoother, as this process removes dead skin cells that dull your complexion, as well as those responsible for clogged pores, acne breakouts and flaky skin. Regular exfoliation also stimulates collagen synthesis which leads to improved skin elasticity as well as reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Exfoliate two to three times weekly with either a scrub or chemical exfoliant, taking care not to overdo it as too much can leave skin reddening and irritation. If unsure how often or how frequently should be exfoliating, consult a dermatologist such as North Pacific Dermatology who can determine an ideal schedule tailored specifically to your skin type.
As well as exfoliating, it’s also essential to moisturize with lotion that contains hyaluronic acid to boost skin hydration levels and help your body become more supple and comfortable. Be patient when trying new products – your skin may purge slightly upon introduction of unfamiliar ingredients but that is actually a positive indicator that they’re working effectively!
7. Moisturize
Proper moisturization is key in combatting skin aging. Moisturizers help the skin retain water, giving it a plumped up look.
Look for products containing shea butter, glycerin and hyaluronic acid to increase moisture retention and minimize signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles. Integrating face oil into your skincare regimen may also improve elasticity while giving skin its youthful radiance back.
Antioxidants are essential ingredients of good skin. These powerful nutrients inhibit free radical damage that contributes to prematurely ageing skin. You can get antioxidants by including them in your diet by including citrus fruits, tomatoes, blueberries, sweet potatoes, broccoli, olives peppers light canned tuna in oil whole wheat pasta green tea as examples of foods high in antioxidants.
As it can take months before seeing full results of your new skincare regime, be patient as reversing the effects of aging skin is no quick fix. Expect some redness or irritation during this process which is called skin purging; this indicates that products you’re using are working.
