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The Aging Game: 5 Anti-Aging Hacks that Women of Every Age Should Know About
They say that above anything else, ‘Father Time‘ is undefeated. That may be true, but that isn’t to say you can’t prolong the fight and last a couple extra rounds. No matter how old you are, there is always something here or there that you can do turn the clock back just a bit, if not more. Here are a few tips to help women of any age in keeping Father Time on the defense.
Relax
We usually associate smiling and frowning with the onset of lines on the face, but really any tension in that area will contribute. This can be a critical issue when you’re working out and the stress in your muscles is illustrated in the motions of your face—your jaw and throat tensing up slowly making your neck cords more prominent, and strained facial expressions pulling down your face. It can be difficult, but try lowering the intensity of your gym session to help your skin relax.
Moisturize
It’s recommended so frequently because it works so well. Moisturizing is like the common cure for aging, a daily rub of even a simple lotion not only plumping up those fine lines but also partially preventing the aging of the skin. According to the Dermatology School at the University of California, moisturizing is the single most important factor in wound healing. The hydrating chemicals in the average lotion helps increase the mobility of your skin which helps your smiles and squints do less damage to your face.
Chug
We’re not going to tell you to live without coffee – or even soda – but there is something you can do to prevent your java from taking such a toll on your teeth. Sipping it over time, for instance thirty minutes to an hour, works to continuously recoat your teeth with the coffee that is staining your teeth. This goes the same with cokes and other dark liquids. To lessen the damage, drink your beverage a little faster so it doesn’t serve as a constant coat. Also, of course, brush your teeth afterwards to keep any dangerous sugars or acids from sitting on your teeth. By strategically drinking your beverages, you’ll keep your teeth from looking yellow and stained—something that ages you instantly.
Screen
The sun is the biggest ager of skin on the planet, as its ultra-violet rays damage the elastin in your skin which causes drooping and wrinkles. Most people are smart enough to plop on the sunscreen before catching rays on a bright day out, but you’re actually catching rays rain or shine. UVA rays, which can travel through windows, will hit you even when the sun is barely up. These rays are carcinogenic and cause the grayish color you see in older skin. To protect yourself, use sunscreen in all conditions every day.
Fish
No, you don’t have to go fishing. And you don’t have to order pounds of tilapia from your local butcher, but try some easy-to-take fish oil pills which are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and anti-inflammatories. Not only is fish oil great for anti-aging in helping the health of your hair and making your skin look fuller, it also improves your cardiovascular functions. The American Heart Association gives the recommendation of 1 gram of fish oil consumption daily to those with cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. There are also more technical pharmaceuticals you can take, like retinoids. These are compounds derived from vitamin A that have shown in studies to increase cell turnover and the production of collagen that is lost due to sun rays. Some have reported results within a month in smoothing skin and a brighter look to their face.
It’s often when we’re older that we fear the effects of aging on our appearance, our younger selves too foolhardy to look years ahead. Fortunately, these are things you can do now – whatever your age – to fight crow’s feet and fine lines. It is never too late to try your hand at the aging game. The information for this article was provided by a cosmetic surgeon in Utah who specializes in special skin treatments.
