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Top 5 Anti-Aging Tips (That are Free)
The anti-aging industry has been booming. Today, it’s worth more than $58 billion, and future growth is expected. It’s no surprise, really. People are willing to spend quite a bit of money for the opportunity to slow Father Time.
Fortunately, though, expensive treatments aren’t the only way to prevent premature skin aging. Here at Hanami Medspa in Fort Worth, Texas, Elaine Phuah, DO, MBA, FACOI, and our team want to help you with your anti-aging goals. That’s why in addition to offering a broad range of treatments to help you keep your skin looking young and healthy through the years, we also want to give you some suggestions that don’t cost a thing.
Here are our top five free anti-aging tips.
Cover up from the sun
If you do just one thing to prevent early skin aging, it should be practicing sun safety. The sun causes something called photoaging, which causes everything from wrinkles to dark spots.
You don’t need to invest in a pricey sunscreen to protect your skin. A big hat and lightweight long-sleeved tops can help you keep your skin safe as you head out this summer.
Monitor your diet
What you eat plays a direct role in your overall health — and that includes your skin health. Try to eat a balanced, nutritious diet with plenty of protein, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Drink lots of water, too.
To avoid early skin aging, moderate your alcohol intake, and steer clear of simple carbs (like white bread) and foods with lots of sugar.
Exfoliate
You have newer, healthier skin cells waiting just below the outer layer of skin that you can see right now. Exfoliation is the key to getting rid of the outer layer of dead and damaged skin cells.
Again, you don’t need to shell out for a pricey exfoliant to get results here. Lather up your normal face cleanser in a washcloth and you can use that to gently exfoliate your skin.
Quit smoking
Smoking is one of the fastest ways to age your skin. It’s directly linked to premature wrinkles. If you were looking for another reason to quit, this is it.
Avoid straws
It might sound like an old wives’ tale, but straws can actually cause wrinkles. The repeated motion of pursing your lips can contribute to the development of vertical lip lines, so if you’re looking for a way to keep your face smooth, skip the straw.
These tips can all help you start building your at-home anti-aging program, but if you’re ready to take it up a notch, don’t hesitate to call Hanami Medspa or make an appointment with Dr. Phuah online today.
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