While it is great to look younger, anti-aging isn't about overpriced cream or cosmetic treatments specifically to erase wrinkles. Genuine anti-aging comes from a combination of healthy behaviors, antioxidants, natural remedies and other healthy lifestyle changes that will not only help obscuring the visible signs of aging but also reinforce great health for your body and mind. If you want to keep moving forward into your later years and keep your skin youthful, energy abundant and confidence strong, here are some natural anti-aging secrets you can do today.
1. Nourish Your Skin From The Inside Out
Your skin takes the shape of how you fuel your body. Choosing foods rich in antioxidants, vitamins and healthy fats has the ability to nourish your skin, maintain moisture and leave behind dull skin and wrinkles.
Look to eat more foods including fruits and vegetables, especially more berries, spinach, and carrots that will contribute vitamin a, c, e, and beta-carotene to your diet.
Eat omega-3 fatty acids including fish, walnuts, and flaxseed that promote skin moisture.
Drink green tea because of its anti-aging polyphenols.
2. Drink More Water
Water is the original anti-aging solution. Dull dry, dehydrated skin is not the look you are going for. Drinking enough water every day (8-10 glasses) contributes to skin elasticity ahead of wrinkles, reduces fine lines, and cleans toxins out of your body.
Tip: Add lemon or cucumber slices to your water for more antioxidants and rejuvenating flavor.
3. Get Quality Sleep
When you're in deep sleep, the body is busy repairing cellular damage to skin cells; increasing collagen production; and helping decrease dark circles. When you don't sleep enough at all, it speeds up the aging process by making your eyes puffy, and your skin saggy after lack of sleep.
You should aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep a night.
You should also consider sleeping on a silk pillowcase - which minimizes perspiration and rubbing against the pillow.
4. Protect your skin from the sun
Sun exposure is the main reason why people ages prematurely. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun disable collagen production and tend to create wrinkles and dark spots.
Always put on sunscreen, at least SPF 30, even it is cloudy.
Wear wide-brimmed hats and always wear sunglasses when outdoors.
Don't tan in the sun, and avoid over exposure when possible.
5. Do facial exercises and face massage
Similar to your body, your face needs to be exercised to keep your facial muscles tight. Simple, facial yoga and massage will increase blood circulation and get rid of the sag, and give your skin a natural glow.
Use natural oils, like coconut oil, almond oil, or jojoba oil to massage on your face simply.
Explore more "face yoga" and other ways to tighten your jaw line and eliminate wrinkles.
6. Lower stress levels.
Never-ending stress causes cortisol production, which breaks down collagen and speeds up aging, and causes dull skin, hair loss, and unwanted inflammation.
Practice meditation, yoga, and/or deep breathing on a daily basis.
And go out and do various hobbies and things that bring you joy and relieve stress
7. Select Natural Skincare Solutions
You don't always need expensive beauty products, natural ingredients can maintain a youthful and glowing appearance to the skin.
Aloe vera hydrates and soothes the skin.
Rosehip oil helps to fade fine lines and scars.
Honey masks will hydrate skin and have antibacterial properties.
8. Remain Active
Exercise stimulates blood flow and nutrients to skin cells while helping the body feel youthful as well! Exercise can also help minimize stress and maintain a healthy weight.
Aim for at least 30 minutes of activity each day. These activities can be walking, yoga, and strength training.
Also, regular exercise has benefits for both collagen development and elasticity.
9. Don't Participate in Habits That Age You Quicker
Some lifestyles can age you quicker and undo your natural efforts.
Avoid smoking and minimize alcohol intake, as it dehydrates skin and causes damage to collagen.
Minimize sugar and processed foods, as they will promote inflammation and wrinkles.
10. Have a Good Attitude
A youthful spirit will show on your face! Smiles, laughter, and gratitude will not only help to reduce stress, you will also become effortlessly attractive and instill a sense of radiance!
Final Consideration
To look younger in a natural way, it's not just creams and procedures, it's sustainable healthy living habits. Through caring for your body, sun protection, stress management, and holistic approaches to healthy living, you can potentially slow the aging process and keep your youthfulness for much longer.
Let us all remember: Aging is a privilege. The goal is not to stop aging, but to have a positive aging experience.
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