Slow the Signs of Aging

Aging of the skin is a natural process where the collagen and elastin that have been keeping our skin looking firm and youthful begin to decline and give way to wrinkles. Cell production and quality also diminish over time and contribute to the appearance of aging. 

Although many of the signs of aging are outside of our control, there are some things we can do to look and feel better in our skin for years to come.

The influences that are within our control are largely influenced by our external environment. Here are 20 conscious ways you can reduce wrinkles and slow down the aging process.

1. Stop smoking! Smoking increases the signs of aging from the inside AND the outside.
2. Always wear a dedicated sunscreen product no matter the time of year or what the weather is doing. Wear a minimum of SPF 30.
3. Hydrate your skin by drinking water. If you don’t bathe in it, it isn’t water. Drink WATER.
4. Use skincare products that contain antioxidants and Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs).
5. Moisturize the skin on your face twice daily.
6. Manage your stress levels. Shoot for at least 15 minutes per day of mental and/or physical activity that helps you achieve this. We like Yoga and Meditation. Some people prefer high intensity activity. Do what works best for you. You’ll get a lot of benefit by adopting a consistent routine.
7. Reduce alcohol consumption. Overindulging can put enormous strain on your system and will accelerate wrinkles forming.
8. Eat healthy by incorporating more plants and less processed foods into your diet.
9. Turn in early and get plenty of sleep.
10. Incorporate fish into your regular weekly diet.
11. Check with your healthcare practitioner about taking supplements, your diet may be lacking some of the important ones.
12. Use an eye cream for the delicate skin around the eyes nightly.
13. AHA/BHA toners remove the build-up of dead cells that can increase the appearance of wrinkles, try incorporating a few of these into your skincare routine. Mix up the type of acids used and the concentration in the product.
14. Use skincare products that will nourish your skin and give it lots of vitamins and minerals to help it stay fresh and healthy.
15. Jojoba oil resembles the skin’s natural oils. Despite its name it is actually a wax and provides a protective barrier on the skin. Dab this around the eyes to keep wrinkles at bay or around the chin to prevent mask acne.
16. Incorporate plenty of Vitamin C into your diet and use products that contain vitamin C, it will help boost your collagen.
17. Start a good skincare routine as early as possible and change up your routine as you age. Prevention is the best medicine.
18. Give yourself a regular facial. It’s a great way to up your skincare and your self care at the same time. Find our tips on performing at home facials here.
19. Aloe Vera and Avocado oil both have the ability to prevent the skin from drying out; they are both used to improve the skin’s elasticity.
20. Lie on your back with your legs up the wall. As a yoga practice, this pose is called Viparita Karani. This restorative pose is powerful at relaxing the body and mind as well as increasing circulation and improving digestion, all which helps contribute to healthy aging