Everybody grows older, but on some people it is more evident than on others. There are lots of reasons for this discrepancy. Among them are heredity, environment, habits and diet. It is important to realize that you have control over three out of four of these factors. In this article, we will discuss some of the easily changeable bad habits that promote premature aging. Read on to learn how you can change your ways to look your most beautiful.
Sleep and excellent hydration are the top beauty products to prevent aging. Getting a full eight hours of good sleep every night will leave you rested and refreshed. You will not have to worry about bags under your eyes, and your skin will have plenty of opportunity to recover from environmental challenges such as pollution and UV rays. Staying hydrated will help your skin stay wrinkle free. It will also help every system in your body perform at optimum levels for overall beauty.
Be sure to remove your makeup and wash your face before bed every night. This is a lifelong beauty tip that will do more to keep your skin beautiful than almost any other topical treatment. When you sleep with makeup and environmental contaminants on your skin they become ground in and cause all manner of irritation. A thorough washing and cleansing is best. If you are just too tired, clean your face with cotton balls and witch hazel and follow up with aloe vera gel for light overnight moisture and nourishment.
When you moisturize, exfoliate and apply masks to your face be sure to include your neck and throat and the backs of your hands. If you take good care of your face but neglect these areas, the contrast will be very apparent. Nothing is more aging to your appearance than a wrinkly neck or hands that are riddled with liver spots.
Choose your beauty products carefully. Once you have settled on a particular product, be sure to give it a fair chance before changing your mind and switching to another product. It takes your skin a little time to adjust, and part of that adjustment may include a temporary worsening of some symptoms. Unless your skin has a violent, allergic reaction, it is a good idea to try new products for a full month. When you do change to a new product, only change one thing at a time. If you change everything all at once, it will be hard to pinpoint which part of the change is working well and which may be causing problems.
As women age and hormone levels change, acne often flares up. Acne treatment in mature women may be different than acne treatment for teens. While teens often use very drying products, this can be disastrous for a mature woman because it will cause excessive drying to skin that is not affected by acne. This could result in irritation and rashes that are just as unappealing as blemishes. Look for products that are gently astringent and provide oil free hydration to the skin. Natural products include aloe vera gel and honey.
Be sure to protect your skin and hair from the ravages of the sun. If you will be out in the sun for an extended period of time, be sure to use a good sunscreen and reapply it as directed. Keep a sun hat and a light, long sleeved wrap on hand to shelter your hair, face, neck and arms from the sun if you find you are caught out unexpectedly. Carrying a parasol is becoming more popular with the advent of global warming, and it is a good way to protect yourself from the sun and give yourself a cool spot of shade.
Just a few simple steps can help you look younger longer. Follow the tips presented here for ageless beauty at any age.