Are you looking for the best ways to achieve a more naturally glowing look and a more youthful complexion?
Well, much of that comes down to ‘skin elasticity’ which is exactly what it sounds like – your skin’s ability to stretch and tighten.
As we age, our skin naturally loses skin elasticity, and wrinkles and fine lines start to appear.
We’ve collected the 5 best ways that you can maintain the elasticity of your skin as part of your healthy lifestyle.
Let’s take a look at the 5 ways to maximize your skin elasticity!
Moisturize More
How often do you moisturize your skin? Most people say, “Whenever I remember”.
What do you moisturize? Most people say, “My face and hands.”
Our expert dermatologists recommend you moisturize twice per day – once in the morning and once before you go to bed. This will help to reduce signs of aging skin and help your skin to retain moisture.
We also recommend that you moisturize your entire body and face. This includes your neck, behind your ears, your chest, your legs, your feet, in between your toes – absolutely everywhere.
For extra benefits, you can choose moisturizing products that contain vitamin C and vitamin E because these ingredients will provide your skin with the maximum nourishment from highly effective nutrients.
Additionally, remember to use sunscreen every day. Apply it to your face, neck, arms, and legs after your moisturizer before you leave your home every morning!
Try Collagen Supplements
As the years go by, our bodies produce less collagen which contributes to skin and bone health.
Using collagen supplements is a great method for maximizing your skin elasticity and many people around the world claim incredible results using it.
The best thing is these supplements may also benefit your overall health. Bear in mind that it typically takes 8 weeks for noticeable results to show.
If you prefer to get your additional collagen from natural sources, you can eat more chicken skin, pork skin, beef, and fish. Experts also recommend consuming more vitamin C such as citrus fruits because this can help with collagen absorption whether you choose to use supplements or not.
Reduce your sun exposure
It’s a well-known fact that heat dries out our skin. However, one thing we don’t often think about is how extended periods of sun exposure can have the negative effect of permanently reducing the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
The solution is to reduce your sun exposure by covering yourself from the sun whenever the weather is hot. Examples of this include including more long sleeves, hats, and trousers in your regular wardrobe choices.
Similarly, if you sunbathe on the beach, try to limit yourself to short periods and use a parasol to shade yourself.
Of course, sunscreen protects your skin (please use it every day!) but we still recommend avoiding long-term sun exposure.
Stop smoking
If you compare the skin elasticity of somebody who smokes cigarettes and another person who doesn’t smoke, the difference would be enormous.
If you are a smoker who wants to improve your youthful complexion, the most beneficial action you can take is to stop smoking today.
What about vaping? Smoking cigarettes or vaping are in the same category. They can result in hair loss, skin discoloration, and sagging skin along with serious life-threatening diseases. Please take care of yourself and make the change for a better life. We believe you can do it!
Seeing as you are reading this article, we can guess that you would like to minimize wrinkles, maximize your youthful appearance, and achieve a vibrant look. Any type of smoking is stopping you from achieving your goals.
There are plenty of reasons to stop smoking beyond skincare and so there are many high-quality resources online to help you to quit. If you are a smoker, start your journey to freedom today and enjoy all the benefits including peace of mind and feeling incredibly proud of yourself!
Consume more antioxidants (including dark chocolate yum!)
We love antioxidants at The Era Clinic. One reason is they are fantastic for you. The second reason is antioxidants can be found in dark chocolate, citrus fruits, and berries – some of our favorite things to eat!
Antioxidants are essential to optimal skin health and elasticity because they reduce inflammation, prevent sun damage, brighten your skin tone and they help your skin to repair itself. The result is a youthful complexion and a boost of natural energy.
Are you ready to add more antioxidants into your lifestyle? The best for the skin are Vitamin C, Vitamin B3, Vitamin A, coenzyme Q10, and polyphenols.
These are among our favorite ways to maximize your skin’s elasticity at home. There are more methods to explore such as using retinol and retinol alternatives, using essential oils, using witch hazel, using exfoliation and scrubs, exercising regularly, sleeping well, and staying hydrated.
The list goes on.
Now, you are ready to improve your skin elasticity from home and enjoy all of the benefits.
Another alternative is to contact us for a consultation to see which of our services can help. These include collagen stimulation treatments such as micro-needling, chemical peels, and many more. If you are interested to learn more, contact us at https://facebook.com/eraclinickh to arrange your appointment.
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