Taking Steps To Prevent Signs Of Aging

By Olga Solovienko, Medical Laser Technician

Astoria Laser Clinic & Med Spa

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Taking Steps To Prevent Signs Of Aging

With age comes wisdom but also wrinkles. And even though those laugh lines and crow's feet signal a life full of emotion and expression, many find them a little less endearing the deeper they become. Noninvasive procedures to “correct” them have become more mainstream, and your skin care regimen at home is also important.

A visit to a med spa once every month, or every other month, to receive a laser treatment, needling or radio frequency (RF) treatment is a great way to combat the signs of aging. Give these solutions a try to reduce deep lines, discoloration, or prevent sagging of the skin.

Exfoliate Weekly

As you get older, cell turnover slows down dramatically and dead cells build up on skin's surface, which can not only make skin look dull and tired, but lines appear deeper than they really are. Peels with ingredients such as glycolic acid and fruit enzymes can help eliminate those cells, as can scrubs, which can physically slough the cells off.

Aim to exfoliate once a week, and be careful not to overdo it. Some products may irritate and dry out skin if used incorrectly or too frequently, so always follow the directions of your clinician.

Apply Retinol at Night

Collagen is a protein found in your tissue, including the kind that sits below the skin's surface to keep it plump and firm. Wrinkles form, in part, when collagen becomes weak or damaged. Prescription retinol triggers new collagen production and gradually helps to iron out lines. Retinol also helps speed up cell turnover, which can improve the skin's texture and soften the look of fine lines on the surface.

Moisturize Day and Night

Skin becomes drier with every decade, which contributes to noticeable deep lines and wrinkles. Instead of a lightweight lotion, consider switching to a heavier cream moisturizer and apply it every morning and evening to damp skin. Thicker creams usually contain more emollients such as natural oils or petrolatum, which seal in your skin's natural moisture and help keep it smooth, soft and plump.

Every morning follow with a sunscreen it can help your efforts by preventing skin damage that can not only deepen wrinkles, but also cause skin spots. Since some anti-aging treatments may leave skin more sensitive to the sun, it is essential to shield it from the sun's rays. Most people don't apply enough of any one sunscreen to reap its full benefits. Repeated applications during the day can help increase your protection.