How To Halt The First Signs Of Aging

posted in Other on Jan 09, 2015

Fact No. 1: The sun can be damaging to your skin even when you’re indoors. You should apply sunblock with SPF 30 or higher, plus broad spectrum and water resistant up to 80 minutes, on exposed areas every day of the year because UV rays are there even when the sun is not. UVA even penetrates windows — so sunscreen is a must at all times. If this is as much of a wakeup call for you as it was for us, learn how to find the best sunscreen for you and how to apply it. Best pick: La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 60 Ultra-Light Sunscreen

Fact No. 2: Dry skin can result in inflammation, dark spots and scarring. Your skin is a protective barrier. To maintain its health, Experts advise not to use soaps that damage skin lipids. Moist and healthy skin keeps out bacteria and allergens, which can cause damaging inflammation that results in dark spots and scarring, . Best pick: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream

Fact No. 3: Products with vitamin A are scientifically backed as preventive. Of all the anti-aging skincare products on the market, those with vitamin-A based ingredients like retinol are championed as most effective, these have more scientific-backing as preventive products, because they can increase production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. “These products can reduce fine lines and wrinkles, splotchy pigmentation and rough skin associated with sun exposure.” However, with these products, it’s best to use caution: They can make you more sensitive

to the sun or cause initial irritation, and shouldn’t be used during pregnancy, so always read the label and purchase accordingly. Best pick: Laura Mercier 'Flawless Skin' Multi-Vitamin Serum