With that being said, there’s no denying that aging can be scary. With all the changes our bodies go through as we get older, aging isn’t always smooth sailing. Especially when it comes to the physical signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, and overall dullness. But that doesn’t mean we should feel hopeless! With the help of a healthy lifestyle, a beneficial skin care routine, and good habits, you can help your body through the aging process. You can even slow it down to the point that it looks like you’re reversing the physical signs of aging. Here, how to promote skin longevity naturally: So whether you’re prepping for your aging skin or ready to combat its effort, there’s no topical ingredient more powerful than retinol. Retinol is a compound derived from vitamin A that addresses almost every skin care issue that comes with aging skin. It promotes collagen production to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, enhances cell turnover to improve skin’s brightness, and eases signs of sun exposure for an all-around healthier, youthful complexion. “Consistent use of topical ingredients such as retinol will help the skin synthesize collagen fibers and improve its elasticity,” says Alster. “In turn, the skin’s renewal cycles are enhanced and the skin appears more youthful and fresh.” There seems to be an endless amount of great retinol products to choose from—from creams to serums.
January Labs Triple Active Reclaiming Serum How can peptides help topically? Well, peptides are chains of amino acids linked together by peptide bonds that are naturally present in the body. When they’re used topically, they can act as messengers for the skin to help it improve itself. The ingredients can even signal to the skin to promote collagen production.
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
iNNBEAUTY PROJECT 10 + 10 More-Sturizer Then there are LED treatments, particularly red light therapy, which stimulates collagen production to reduce the fine lines and wrinkles. A 2014 study found that people receiving red light therapy on their face twice a week for 15 weeks saw an improvement in skin tone1, texture, and smoothness. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends wearing broad-spectrum protection with SPF 30 or higher in a water-resistant formula, which should be applied daily. A couple of daily sunscreens we love are Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen, Unsun Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen, and Thrive Natural Skin Care Daily Sunscreen For Sensitive Skin.
Unsun Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen When it comes to improving your complexion, there are supplements that target mature texture and tone thanks to a mixture of phytonutrients and antioxidants: Our go-to is mindbodygreen cellular beauty+, which supports a healthy complexion by preserving the collagen layer, improving natural moisture levels, neutralizing free radicals, and promoting cellular rejuvenation.* Board-certified naturopathic physician and weight-loss and anti-aging expert Kellyann Petrucci, N.D., tells us that regular salt pulls water out of our cells, leaving them prone to promoting wrinkles. Sea salt, on the other hand, is filled with potassium, which pulls water into the cells to make them firm. She recommends unrefined Celtic sea salt and pink Himalayan salt. “These unrefined mineral salts have no toxic additives,” Petrucci explains. “Mineral salts also contain smaller amounts of sodium and chloride than table salt. Better yet, they boast more than 80 minerals—silica, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, and calcium being just a few—that energize your cells and help make you beautiful.” So how exactly do they benefit the skin? Well, according to Petrucci, they plump up the walls of the skin’s cells, making them bouncy (aka youthful) again.* A 2011 study found that people who use omega-3 supplements with omega-3 topical ingredients improved their overall skin health3, more so than those who just used topical treatments.* And a comprehensive review of 38 studies found that omega-3 supplements help balance and resolve the skin’s inflammatory response4.* “Take control over your stress,” Petrucci urges. “If possible, reduce your commitments. Ask yourself which obligations are the least meaningful to you, and free yourself from them. Be ruthless about this.” Stress cannot always be avoided, but there are natural ways to remedy it such as exercise, meditation, breathwork, and journaling, along with personal commitments.
