Are you taking the best possible care of your skin? Unfortunately, all the good facial moisturizers for dry skin and skin rejuvenation treatments in the world can only do so much if your daily habits are working against you.
Any Amount of Sun Exposure Can Damage Your Skin
If you spend a lot of time in the sun without sunscreen, it may already be too late to prevent the early skin aging effects caused by UV radiation. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 80% of the sun damage that causes skin aging is already achieved by the time you turn 18. Most wrinkles are actually caused by prolonged sun damage.
Skin rejuvenation creams may help you get some of your vibrancy back, at least on the surface, but your skin is still damaged. Remember, tanning isn’t a beauty statement. It’s a sign that the sun’s rays have already severely injured the support structure of your skin.
Still, it’s never too late to start protecting your skin from further sun damage. In addition to skin rejuvenation cream, consider wearing sunscreen every time you go out, even when it’s overcast. Invest in a facial moisturizer or foundation cream with SPF qualities. Wear sunhats when you go out and be sure to avoid tanning salons. This will keep your skin younger and healthier for much longer.
Cut Down on Stress
High stress can irritate inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and even acne. Enough stress can even cause hives, rashes, and fever blister flare-ups. Try to cut down on stress in your life and find skin care products that work with your skin to combat stress-related flare-ups and break-outs.
Also, make sure you’re not touching your skin a lot when fidgeting due to stress, since this can also be a factor in acne breakouts. Inadequate sleep can also accelerate aging, so try to get a full night’s sleep as often as you can.
Pay Attention to Your Diet
Alcohol and caffeine act like diuretics, preventing your skin from holding onto water and drying out your skin. This can make skin look almost prune-like or washed out. The preservatives in junk food can have the same effect. Though this isn’t dietary, smoking can add years to your visible age and wreaks havoc on your skin. Improving your eating habits can help your skin and your overall health, and a skin rejuvenation cream can help you recover from some of the effects of your former diet.
As a general rule, better health habits are better for your skin as well. Be good to yourself and you’ll see improvements to your skin in no time!