The face is probably the first thing people notice about others, so it is no wonder many want theirs smooth and wrinkle-free. Purchasing expensive moisturizers that claim to cut years of aging off your face may not be enough. Attaining a smooth, healthy complexion needs more attention than what can be promised with a of a bottle of lotion. Stress, environmental factors and things you put in your body have an effect on what people see on the outside. So being mindful of these things can help you get the healthy glow on your face you desire.
Sun Protection
Most people enjoy going outside on warm, sunny days. Excessive exposure to the sun, however, can lead to sunburns and, in some cases, skin cancer. This type of damage is done by ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. The other type of ultraviolet rays, UVA, can cause premature aging and wrinkling, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
UVA rays damage collagen fibers in the skin, which leads to wrinkles. To help prevent this, you can: apply water-resistant sunscreen with an Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30; wear clothing and wide-rimmed hats that cover the skin; and seek shade during midday hours when the sun is most intense.
Diet
What you put in your body has an effect on what is seen on the outside of it. A healthy diet of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and olive oil may protect the skin from wrinkling, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. The antioxidants found in these foods help protect skin from damage by free radicals caused from environmental stessors and the normal aging process.
Drinking plenty of water may also help prevent wrinkles. Hydrating throughout the day ensures proper hydration of the body and keeps skin moist, supple and healthy.
Smoking
Smoking not only affects your respiratory, cardiovascular and immune systems, but also damages your skin. Smoking can accelerate the normal aging process of the skin, causing it to wrinkle not only on your face, but on other parts of your body as well, according to MayoClinic.com. The nicotine in cigarettes can narrow the blood vessels in the outermost layer of your skin, which impedes oxygen and nutrient flow to you skin.
The thousands of chemicals in tobacco smoke also reduce the amount of collagen production in the skin. A lack of these fibers, which give skin its strength and elasticity, leads to sagging and wrinkling.
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