20 Wrinkle-Reducing Habits for Younger-Looking Skin

Ageing is a natural biological process influenced by a combination of external and internal factors. The gradual loss of the skin's function and structure happens due to the continuous decline of elastin and collagen affects its appearance and results in wrinkles, fine lines, and causes the skin to sag.

By the time the skin renews itself less often and its barrier function starts to weaken, it gives rise to chances of dryness, roughness, and sensitivity.

This blog will list all the tips and habits you can adopt to slow down your wrinkles and achieve healthy, younger-looking skin.

Common Ageing Signs on the Skin

Before you start practising anti-ageing rituals and skincare, you must know the accurate signs of ageing. It’s important to understand which signs have begun to appear so you can choose concern-specific treatments.

Here are a few visible skin changes you may notice;

• Fine lines
  
• Wrinkles
  
• Sagging skin
  
• Sensitivity
  
• Loss of firmness and elasticity
  
• Roughness
  
• Dryness
• Uneven skin
  
• Hyperpigmentation
  
• Under-eye circles
  
• Slow healing
  
• Thinner skin
  

20 Wrinkle-Reducing Habits

These are very easy-to-adapt and simple habits that, when done regularly, can make a difference to your ageing skin. 
But remember, this is neither a shortcut nor magic. If your concern is serious or has been there for a long time, you should connect with a skin expert or consult your doctor.

1. Don't skip your SPF

Sun damage is one of the major contributors to skin ageing. A broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ can shield your skin from the harmful UV rays. Apply it every day, indoors and outdoors.  

2. Stay hydrated

Water flushes the toxins out of the body and cleanses the skin from within. Oath to drink 7-8 glasses of water every day. Eat water-rich foods, including watermelon and cucumber. 

3. Fix your sleep cycle

Your body repairs itself during sleep, including its biological processes and hormones. A good sleep routine with 7-8 hours can have positive effects on your skin. 

4. Avoid sugar

Quit sugar if you can. Sugar intake can deplete vitamin C, which is responsible for collagen production in your skin. You can go for the natural alternatives like fruits.

5. Quit smoking

Your habit of smoking can contribute to wrinkles. Whether you are smoking daily or once a week, it is directly linked to your skin ageing. Quitting it can slow down the sagging to a good extent.

6. Allow yourself to heal

Chronic stress can have adverse effects on you, including your skin, by breaking down collagen. Counter it with meditation, yoga, and other mind-relaxing activities.

7. Avoid alcohol

Excessive alcohol can take a serious toll on your skin. It can dehydrate, resulting in intense wrinkles and fine lines. By behaving as a diuretic, it can pull the water out of your body, making your skin dehydrated.

8. Eat mindfully

Don't eat everything you like. Take control of your diet and narrow down your meal choices. Avoid spices, chilli, and oily food. Rely on fresh fruits, green, leafy vegetables, and omega-3-rich foods for youthful skin. 

9. Maintain a disciplined skincare routine

Having a consistent skincare routine can help you to fight premature signs of ageing. You can ask your doctor to create a specific routine according to your ongoing skin concerns. It will keep your skin healthy with a strong barrier function. 

10. Use moisturiser 

Get yourself a good moisturiser according to your skin type and concerns, and use it at least twice daily. For oily skin, try a lightweight, gel-based moisturiser, while dry skin can benefit from thick, cream-based moisturisers. It will keep your skin balanced in moisture throughout. 

11. Take care of your eye area

People who are even consistent in skincare often ignore their eye area, which can result in under-eye wrinkles and sagging skin. Your eye area is thick and prone to fine lines. You can add a lightweight eye serum to your nighttime routine. 

12. Control your screen time

Although it’s normal to have a normal amount of screen time every day for everyone, try to reduce it for the sake of your skin’s good health. Mobile phones to tablets, and laptops emit blue light that can have a major effect on the ageing process of your skin. Keep taking breaks.

13. Exercise daily

Whether it’s yoga or aerobics, do whatever suits you. Take some time out of your hectic schedule and allow yourself to get flexible and young. This can improve your blood circulation, digestion, and mental health, and may make your skin glow healthily.

14. Add AHAs and Retinaldehyde to your skincare

While alpha-hydroxy acids like lactic acid and glycolic acid can exfoliate dead skin cells, revealing fresh skin underneath, retinaldehyde acts as a major anti-ageing ingredient to serve your skin delicately.

15. Stay in the right posture

Don't sit or lie, or stay in a random position for hours. This might have a role in your wrinkles. Sit straight, don't slouch, while sitting at your work desk. Keep your laptop at your eye level.  

16. Don’t overwash your face

If your skin is oily or acne-prone, you might have an urge to wash your face frequently. But this is not a healthy practice for your skin, as it can make your skin lack natural oils and moisture, and lead to irritation and flakiness. 

17. Try chemical peels

You can explore suitable chemical peel treatments for your skin type. They can gently peel off the damaged cells and reveal a younger, plumper skin. Your doctor can advise you on what kind of chemical peel would be appropriate for your concern.

18. Avoid too many facial expressions

Giving too many expressions frequently, like frowning, can leave an impact on your facial skin, including the forehead and mouth area. Try to stay calm in hyperactive situations. 

19. Consider supplements

Taking vitamin E and vitamin C supplements can make a significant difference to your skin. Ask your doctor, and they can recommend a bunch of good anti-ageing supplements.

20. Massage gently

Include gentle massages on your face and neck to relax your aging skin. They can encourage blood circulation, which may help in reducing puffiness and increasing plumpness.  

DRSQ’s Anti-Ageing Vitamin A Serum

Miracle ProVitamin A Serum has 0.5% retinaldehyde to fight all signs of ageing, including fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. It can restore the skin's plumpness and firmness, boost its immunity, and repair the barrier function. This serum is enriched with niacinamide and antioxidants to help with hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. 

Simply cleanse your face with Cleanse & Hydrate and smooth apply Miracle ProVitamin A all over the face, neck, chest, and back of the hands at night. Follow with a moisturiser. 

Wrap Up

Ageing is a natural, unavoidable process, but with proper care and attention, one can delay the ageing signs on the skin. By adapting these simple lifestyle habits, you can hold on to radiant, bright, and supple skin for longer. Remember, these habits are not an overnight potion that gives you instant results, but they can make remarkable changes with consistency and discipline. 

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