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Wrinkle Prevention
Facial wrinkles happen as you age. The skin cells begin to die at a rate faster than your body can create new ones. Skin looses its elasticity and the fine lines appear, growing deeper each year. Other than age, there are several factors that can increase the appearance of lines and deep wrinkles. Some of these include sun, diet, and anxiety. These can increase free radical damage, which in turn causes premature aging. In order to prevent wrinkles you must understand what causes them.
Sun Protection
The sun is a major factor in premature aging. The best defense against aging is protecting the skin from the sun. While it is unreasonable to try and avoid the sun at all costs, especially since a little sun exposure is good for us, there is something we can do. Wearing a moisturizer with a SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or higher can greatly reduce premature wrinkles. An SPF should also be used year-round since UVA/UVB rays are present even during the winter months. During the summer avoid the sun during the middle of the day and wear a hat when you are outside.
Diet and Wrinkle Prevention
Eating a healthy and well-balanced diet can help ward off premature wrinkles, and there are certain foods that are particularly beneficial. Some of these include omega 3 fatty acids (found in food such as salmon and flax seeds), vitamin C (found in blueberries, strawberries, and citrus fruits), vitamin E (found in many seeds), and anything containing antioxidants (such as green tea).
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