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HOW TO APPEAR YOUNGER THAN YOUR AGE

8 Ways to maintain your youthful appearance

By ChidinmaPublished 3 years ago 4 min read

It goes without saying that aging is a given. So if you must age, why not take every precaution to delay it as long as you can? It turns out that aging may be caused by factors other than your genes and the sun. Continue reading for eight suggestions on how to look young.

1. Consume a diet full of plants

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables has several advantages. They offer vital nutrients that support healthy aging and maintain your body's youth on the inside and out. Intake of phytonutrients, which aid in your body's defense against the harmful effects of free radicals found in the environment, is also increased by eating more fruits and vegetables. Try to consume a balanced diet that mostly consists of fruits and vegetables, with some whole grains and lean, nutritious proteins.

2. Take a lot of water

Hydration is a further factor in skin that looks younger. The daily recommended amount of filtered water for glowing skin and optimum health is eight glasses. Your skin can quickly become dry and dull from dehydration, highlighting wrinkles and other signs of aging. Your skin's tissue and cells are replenished when you have enough water each day, giving you skin that looks younger and healthier. This is a really efficient way to keep your appearance young.

3. Take action.

Did you know that maintaining an active lifestyle can make you look younger as well as aid in maintaining a healthy weight? High intensity interval training (HIIT), in particular, has been demonstrated in studies to reduce cellular aging by over ten years. Exercise also boosts blood flow, which moves vital nutrients and oxygen throughout your body and gives you a more youthful appearance. Regular exercise is also important for maintaining strength and muscle mass, which has a wealth of health advantages and can lengthen your life. Exercise is very effective and can help in achieving the goal of maintaining a youthful appearance.

4. Work it in.

While drinking water helps your skin keep hydrated from the inside out, you can also help it by making sure you use the proper moisturizer on a regular basis. In addition to looking better, hydrated skin is stronger and better equipped to ward against allergens. Humectants, which pull moisture from the air to your skin, and emollients, which support the lipid barrier of your skin and help it retain moisture, are the two main ingredients of moisturizers. Not all creams and moisturizers are made the same. Moisturizers help our skin look better on the outside. For optimum results, it's crucial to utilize Clinical Grade products, which have higher levels of active chemicals, better absorption and penetration into the skin, and are supported by clinical studies that show they can treat and protect the skin. Only medical practices like ours sell these high-quality skincare products designed to deliver results.

5. Reduce consumption of alcohol and caffeine.

While we all like a nice martini or latte, too much of either can cause damage to your skin. Alcohol and caffeine both have health benefits when used in moderation. Both can dehydrate you and deprive your body of essential nutrients. Even worse, some of these impacts may last a lifetime.

6. Avoid direct sunlight

The sun does play a significant influence in the overall appearance of your skin, even though it's not the sole cause. In fact, over 90% of the visible aging effects on your skin are caused by UV radiation (UVA and UVB rays) damage. Your skin's elastin is destroyed by UV radiation, giving it a sagging and dreary appearance as well as wrinkles, age spots, an uneven skin tone, and other problems. Always (always, always, always) use broad-spectrum sunscreen that helps block both UVA and UVB rays, and make sure it has an SPF value of at least 30. Remember to wear sunscreen every day because the sun's rays are present whether it is sunny or not. To provide optimal protection, don't forget to reapply every few hours.

7. Get enough sleep

The simple act of getting enough sleep is another way to keep your appearance young. Your body continuously releases hormones during sleep that encourage cell regeneration and turnover. Take advantage of this period by applying age-defying ingredients like retinoids and beta hydroxy acid, which are potent exfoliators and wrinkle-erasing agents. But, bear in mind that these make you more sensitive to the sun, so use sunscreen with extra caution. Consider upgrading to a satin pillowcase to go one step further. Tossing and turning on a rougher fabric, like cotton, can cause your skin's collagen to break down over time, causing wrinkles.

8. Create a productive routine

While there are procedures you can do to assist repair skin damage, it is much simpler to help prevent the damage from happening in the first place. Make it a daily habit to take care of your skin. Make sure you're utilizing the right treatments and serums for your skin type and needs, and try to use a gentle cleanser and exfoliator. Also, use a moisturizer every day to maintain the moisture and flexibility of your skin.

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