Wrinkles - Reducing Risk Of Wrinkles
June 29, 2008 – 1:17 pmThe top layer of skin ages and decreases in thickness. With this thinning of the top layer (called the epidermal layer) the skins cells in the layer are not as adhesive which helps the skin retain less moisture. These cells do not reproduce as easily when we get older which causes the skin not to heal as easily. Wrinkles result as the epidermal layer ages but this is not the only reason. The dermal layer of the skin also needs to be discussed.
The dermal layer decreases in thickness also. It has less collagen because of less being produced and the skin becomes less elastic. Lines and other conditions happen when this occurs in the dermal layer. The skin also dries because of less sebum being made in the sebaceous glands. We also have fewer sweat glands as we age which can cause dryness too.
Products are on the market in cream form to treat wrinkles. I know there are creams that correct the problem, there are also creams that are for increasing the tightness of the skin. Face lift creams are available for an instant effect too. Creams for maximum moisturizing for the dryness are readily available too these days. I would use one of these creams to combat this problem before considering a medical alternative for this.
There are plenty of over the counter solutions for wrinkles today. You can buy a cream to help erase them, or one to make the skin more firm, and there is actually creams that say they are for a face lift. Moisturizers are quite effective these days too with all the maximum strength ones out there. Consider applying one of the creams in place of more drastic solutions as performed by medical professionals.
Smoking should be avoided for the sake of your health and skin. The blood vessels constrict during smoking disabling the skin from getting correct oxygen. Carbon monoxide can increase due to smoking which makes the skin react badly. This can increase the amount of free radicals, which can cause the skin to age faster.
When you are going to be outside please be sure to use sunscreen. SPF 30 or above in a sunscreen protects you the most when you are doing leisure or work activities outdoors. One application of sunscreen a day is not enough protection though you need to apply again in 30 minutes for maximum protection. You can purchase moisturizers, creams, and makeup that contain SPF protection too. Manufacturers have made it convenient to have SPF coverage all during the day now.
Getting suntans are fun but can be very hard on the skin. It is better to protect your skin with sunscreen of SPF of 30 or higher. When on the beach you need to put sunscreen on every 30 minutes for full protection. There are other cosmetics on the market that also can be purchased and used with SPF protection. So continually throughout the day protect yourself from the negative effects of the sun. You need to have good nutrition too to combat wrinkles. Most importantly you must drink enough water on a daily basis. The recommended amount of water is six to eight 8 ounce containers of water a day. This will help the skin get the necessary moisture for the skin not to dry out so much as you age. Wishing you a life without crinkles and wrinkles.
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