Learn what you could be doing now that can keep your skin looking youthful for years to come.
Key Takeaways
No, we don’t have the secret to avoiding wrinkles entirely.
What Causes Wrinkles?
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Here’s what could impact when and how deeply you start to wrinkle.
Smoking
Cigarette smoke damages collagen and speeds up the aging process.
What Doesn’t Cause Wrinkles?
Wearing Makeup
We’re ready to break this myth right nowwearing makeup itself doesn’t cause wrinkles.
When Do Wrinkles Tend to Appear?
You may notice your first fine lines appearing in your 20sor if you’re lucky, years later.
In Your 20s…
Wrinkles can start popping up as soon as in your twenties.
“When you’re 20, you’ll start seeing horizontal forehead lines.
This doesn’t mean you should stop raising your eyebrows, obviously.
Now that would be silly.
There are plenty of greataffordable skincare brandsto get you started on a good skin regimen.
In Your 30s…
In your thirties you start to see more lines, due to longer time in the sun and squinting.
Other lines that can start appearing?
“Frown lines,” says Dr. Howe.
“In my opinion, these lines are the strongest indication that it’stime to start Botox.
If left untreated, they lead to an accelerated cascade of aging within the skin.”
To help combat the small lines showing up, Dr. Howe recommends SK-II Facial Treatment Essence.
“As an Essence preparation it goes on very lightly, and hydrates the skin beautifully.
The result is healthier, more dewy looking skin.”
To help slow the signs of aging, Dr. Howe recommends using RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream.
It’s one of the bestnight creamson the market.
It’s also formulated for sensitive skin.
In Your 50s… “We treat them with lasers, filler, and Botox,” says Dr. Howe.
How Can You Prevent Wrinkles?
Stop Smoking
Being a non-smoker really does help you have healthier skin, says Dr. Howe.
“Remember that smoking contributes to skin aging in two very significant ways,” he says.
“One, it decreases collagen content of the skin.
This is a global effect, present throughout the body.
It results in thinner, more fragile skin.
You’ll want to wear sunscreen every day, even when it’s cloudy outside.
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