1. Ask the Magic Mirror
By the time you start noticing the wrinkles and sagging skin on your face and all over your body, it's really too late to do much about it. Short of plastic surgery, it is very difficult to reverse the aging process that shows the wear of the years and the force of gravity. After the age of 40, the skin becomes thinner and refuses to bounce back into shape. Years spent in the sun will irreparably damage the tender skin on the face and make it look even older than it is. The good news is if you keep a watch out for the first signs of wrinkles, you can use a number of lifestyle changes and products to get an edge on the wrinkling.
2. Rub It In
Before heading out, always plaster your face with a cream that includes an SPF of 15 or higher. Prevention is always better than the cure. Creams that contain retinol have proven to be good at diminishing fine lines on the face, while creams that contain vitamins A and E have some anti-inflammatory properties which can aid in the healing of old, dry skin. Rubbing creams that contain alpha-hydroxy acids have proven to work well to smooth skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
3. Don't Expect a Miracle
Genetics play a big part in how you age. Expecting to overcome the basics of your genetic makeup with skin care products is unrealistic. While denial has its place as you age, you should not get caught in the traps laid out by some skin care purveyors who promise miracles that are humanly impossible.
4. Paying for the Upkeep
Plan to spend a bundle on anti-aging skin care products if you want to get the best. A set of five products is usually recommended for an effective skin care regimen. These include exfoliating and hydration products and a cleanser, toner and moisturizer. Ingredients in the products sold in the local drug store cannot compare to the top-notch products available online and at the department store counters. Figure to spend a couple hundred bucks every month to keep your face looking its best.
5. Spend Time in a Bottle
In order for a quality skin care regime to really make a difference, you must make time for the procedures each day. Twice a day, you'll clean and tone your face. Then comes the moisturizer. It is recommended that you take a few minutes rubbing in the lotions to get a good massage in the process. Add in some exfoliating time and hydrating mists and you're looking at 20 to 30 minutes twice a day just on your face.
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