Young Skin
Beautiful, natural, youthful looking skin is not easy to achieve later in life. Youthful skin is the result of looking after your skin from an early age so it still looks healthy and radiant in later life.
How to Keep Skin Young
How to Keep Skin Young
Our everyday lives are busier than ever and finding the time for a regular, structured skin care regime isn’t always easy. Young skin is high in a protein called Collagen which helps maintain firmness and elasticity, but as we age, the collagen production slows and existing collagen can also become damaged by factors such as sun exposure.
While ageing is of course inevitable, taking good care of your skin from an early age and making a few lifestyle changes will help you to keep it looking young for as long as possible.
Keep vitamin C levels up
Vitamin C is crucial in the formation and repair of collagen. If there were no vitamin C, amino acids wouldn’t be able to help form the protein. Vitamin C can be found in a variety of sources including red peppers, green vegetables including broccoli and Brussels sprouts, oranges, tomatoes and more.
Don’t smoke
Smoking releases enzymes named matrix metalloproteinase, which cause damage to the collagen and leads to premature ageing. Sagging skin is the most common sign of premature ageing within smokers.
Be cautious around the sun
Sun exposure is a top cause of collagen loss, as the UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, damaging the collagen production structures. As well as causing wrinkles, sun exposure can lead to more serious conditions such as skin cancer, so it is important to use a sunscreen that is at least SPF 30 or higher to prevent sun damage.
Cut back on those sweets!
Too much sugar can have a detrimental effect on the skin, with premature ageing being a common factor. This happens due to a process called glycation; where excess sugar in the blood attaches itself to lipids, nucleic acids and proteins (specifically the collagen proteins) then forms advanced glycation end products (AGE’s) which accelerate the ageing process of the skin, causing wrinkles and sagging.
Products and Skincare for Young Skin
Products and Skincare for Young Skin
In younger individuals like teens, there are many changes taking place within the body that unfortunately can lead to skin problems. There are a variety of ways to try and keep the skin looking healthy and young including:
Beware of covering up spots – Although makeup can be great at covering up spots and scars, it can actually cause more problems. When covering a spot, concealers can aggravate them so it takes longer to heal and also blocks pores. This does not help with skin health as it traps oils and also puts other chemicals into the skin, which in turn leads to premature ageing.
Moisturise – It is important to moisturise to keep skin healthy and looking radiant, especially for those suffering from dry skin. Moisturising not only helps replace the natural oils lost in the skin, but those that contain SPF can help protect against the sun’s harmful rays.
Retinol – Products with retinoid listed in the ingredients mean it contains vitamin A, which helps the skin stay healthy. From unclogging pores through to boosting collagen levels and encouraging skin cell turnover, retinoid is a key ingredient when it comes to fending off ageing. A popular product containing retinoids is Obagi360, which works as a sunscreen, moisturiser and facial cleanser.
Keep up a good skincare routine – It is important to have a good skincare routine that is consistent and carried out daily. The steps should be –
- First, thoroughly rinse and cleanse the face
- Second, cleanse the face with a facial toner
- Third, add a moisturising cream to the face
Then at the end of the day it is important to remove any makeup and use a facial scrub to gently exfoliate off any dead skin.
How can we help?
Healthxchange is a trusted supplier of pharmacy products to healthcare professionals, and offer a range of treatments that can be used to help keep the skin looking young and prevent premature signs of ageing.
Obagi360 products are formulated specifically for younger patients to help keep the skin looking healthy and prevent premature ageing. Working by clearing clogged pores and protecting the skin from the sun, this product delivers a clear yet healthy complexion.
To find a clinic near you offering Obagi360, use our Clinic Finder.