Aging is inevitable. No matter how attractive a person looks, no one can be saved from the “wear and tear” ideology of our bodies when we reach our 20s (yes, it can be that soon.) It is apparent by the way a person feels about his or her body, especially when it comes to the physical aspects or by our appearance.
Fortunately, even though the fountain of youth does not really exist and our body cannot stop the process of aging, we can most definitely slow it down by using the right treatments, products and, of course, practicing a fit and healthy lifestyle. Here are seven useful and natural beauty tips that every wrinkle-phobic should know.
- Sunscreen. Sunscreen is very very very important. Contrary to popular belief, we need sunscreen whether the sun is shining bright or not. The ultraviolet rays that is mostly accountable to one’s skin aging can travel in the windows of our home, car and office. It can even get through the clouds on rainy days. So it is still best to use sunscreen seven days a week. The higher the SPF, the better.
- Moisturizers. As we age, the skin becomes thinner and rougher. Keeping an area well-hydrated allows the skin to look smoother and more youthful. Keeping a good skin-care routine is not really that hard if it takes looking young in our latter years.
- Smooth pillowcases. Experts say that the wrinkles of the fabric from pillowcases when we sleep can often create lines on our cheek. Considering that the skin recovers more slowly when we age, it is better to prevent factors that create wrinkles in the first place. Silk or satin fabric pillowcases are the best for they prevent friction between one’s face and a pillow. Or better yet, sleep while you are standing. Just Kidding.
- Cutting out on vices. According to Mic.com, the brain’s cortex, as expected, normally thins as a person gets older. However, smoking can speed up the process and will make a person look older. Aside from looking old. Vices can also damage our body and eventually cause illness.
- Working out. It is not so secret anymore that it is one of the key factors in staying young. It helps maintain muscles and avoid skin shrinking that most people usually dread. And the benefit of a good exercise does not only affect us with physical beauty, but also it helps us prevent osteoporosis and other diseases that may hinder our lives in our lifetime.
- Proper diet. It is not just about how we look, but also how we feel. And it can start by our food intake that is boosted with proper vitamins and minerals. The antioxidants can come abundantly from colorful vegetables, such as carrots, berries and leafy greens. Antioxidants like vitamin C can help keep the skin younger looking. The Omega-3 in fish, like salmon and tuna, offer a lot of antiaging benefits. And last, the fiber in whole grains, such as wheat, oats, and brown rice, keeps the blood vessel in a good condition and lowers the chance of an emerging type 2 diabetes.
- Try a nonsurgical procedure. If you have the money and want immediate results but still is a firm believer of natural beauty, then technology is the best answer for you. And no, we are not talking about applications that provide filter when we take a selfie. But rather, we are talking about the only US Food And Drug Administration cleared noninvasive procedure that lifts the skin on the face and neck. The Ultherapy—this procedure promises natural youthful skin by focusing on the ultrasound energy that delivers heat in deep tissues using a machine without really affecting the surface of the skin.
According to Ultherapy.com, “Ultherapy relies on ultrasound therapy to deliver its collagen-boosting treatment. It also incorporates traditional ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to see the layers of tissue they are treating, ensuring the treatment energy is delivered to where it will be most beneficial.”
This method triggers weakened collagen to rejuvenate and increase new collagen. The result can build up to two to three months, and can continue to improve up to six months after the procedure.
The people that used the treatment swore that it ultimately refined their wrinkles and made the skin tighter by removing the sagging of loose skin. Hazel Sartorio
- Ultherapy is brought here by Merz Aesthetic. Merz Aesthetic is one of the world’s leading aesthetics companies. It offers a multifaceted portfolio of minimally invasive aesthetics treatments, as well as a unique range of customer services and professional training.