Hard TRUTH, you can’t prevent your skin from aging.The first step to preventing your skin from aging is accepting that fact .
I just sent your hopes crashing like a pack of cards right? You wanted to see the latest anti-aging cream or tip to slow down the hands of time right?
Ok sip some water and breathe in and out.(Whew)There’s more good news below 😁
Once you are at peace with knowing that it is ok to age gracefully , and your skin is a reflection of battles worn, hurdles crossed, simply being alive and not buried 6 feet deep, that peace reflects on your skin and you look younger and better.
And you would have that inner glow which radiates…
’Oh, but Riri’s glow is artificial’…Just wanted you to get the point .
Now that we’ve established that fact ,there are ways to slow down aging.
I’ll list three
- Naturally
- Artificially
- Mentally .
How To Prevent Aging Mentally (Jennifer Lopez Case Study)
In a world where botox, face sculpting , plastic surgery are the major tools in slowing down aging, stars like Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Aniston have both sworn off botox and are team ’age gracefully’.
(There must be something about Jennifers…Interesting).
At 49, Jennifer Lopez credits her youthful looks to peace of mind and positive thinking.
You see!I said it .
She admitted to Harper’s Bazaar,that her anti-aging secret is to repeat some positive words every day.
“I am youthful and timeless at every age,” a phrase she repeats to herself several times a day. “It sounds like clichéd bulls–t,””but it’s not: Age is all in your mind. Look at Jane Fonda.”
Jennifer mentioned Jane Fonda for a reason
At 81,Jane Fonda is not shy about crediting her slow aging process to some cosmetic surgery, however, she is of the opinion that ,the key ingredient to slowing down or preventing aging is feeling good about yourself .
“The most important thing is … your attitude, how you feel,” Fonda told Byrdie in 2017. “Is there love in your life? Are you good in your skin? All of this will make you feel and look younger.”
Dame Helen Mirren is also from the same school of thought.
Mirren credits positive manifestation as her anti-aging secret .
She told The Mirror
“My mother told me an amazingly wise thing that I’ve found to be true, which is that you should never worry about getting older,”
My Case Study On Preventing Aging
Well, if I’m to believe the compliments I get,for someone who would be 34 in a few days , people often think I’m in my early 20s .(I see you trying to look at my pic .Lol..)
While it may be credited to genetics , the fact that I started caring for my skin in my early twenties and being a sucker for DIY home skin care, I realised I look younger when i’m stress-free.
Let me explain…
It’s very hard to be stress-free when you have real life situations to worry about but mentally shutting out the stress is possible.
Last year, I had a lot to worry about and it took a toll on my skin , despite my skin care routine.
When I bounced back mentally , I looked way younger and would get those shocking reactions when I mentioned my age.
You see, once you are able to mentally turn off the stress-switch, stop worrying about those wrinkles , the baby, your unachieved goals, you’ll automatically take years off your age .
Then you can go into the PHYSICAL ways to prevent aging
Prevent Aging With Your Diet
And I’m assuming you already know your diet matters. And i’m not talking about strict diets and all those rules about what to eat and what not .
I mean , making sure you have fruits , a couple of times a week or every day as the case may be.
Reaching for water instead of carbonated drinks when thirsty .
Eating your veggies or incorporating them into your meal.(Wouldn’t hurt to be Vegan though.That’s my future goal .)
Once you eat right , another important step to slowing down aging is simply , having a good skin care routine.
Prevent Aging With A Good Skin Care Routine
The general rule of thumb is ,if you want to look good when you are 44, you need to start working at it when you are 24—or younger.This entails a good skincare routine.
For a comprehensive guide on having a perfect skin care routine, read my Skin Care Routine :Beginner’s Guide To Clear Skin
First of, the basics have to be adhered to :
WHAT ARE SKIN CARE BASICS?
You’ve obviously heard those steps a million times before but I am here to emphasize this. There is no way around this.
Even dermatologists will tell you these are the first steps towards beautiful skin.
*CLEANSE
*TONE
*MOISTURIZE
Before you embark on any skincare regimen, KNOW YOUR SKIN TYPE.
Yes, we all have different skin types. So it is vital to figure out what it is, so you can buy products tailored to suit your skin.
What’s My Skin Type?
Your skin type would fall into one of the following categories
- Oily skin
- Dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Combination skin
When you get these basics out of the way, you can go ahead with other basics :
- *Exfoliation -Exfoliation helps with anti-aging.To get rid of dead skin cells and reveal smoother skin .
- Try chemical peels-.Chemical peels is basically the mother of exfoliation .It goes deeper to peel off dead skin , uneven skin tone, spots and scars .There are different types of peels and unless you visit a licensed dermatologist , you can use over the counter Glycolic acid peel.
Try L’Oreal Revitalift Peel Pads.Worked for me .
- *Sunscreen is key -Never step out without sunscreen .Infact, Dermatologists recommend slathering on sunscreen even indoors .
We also hear people say it’s not needed during the winter , but Sunscreen isn’t about protecting our skin from the visible sun .
Prevent Aging Naturally :DIY Skin Care
Yes , it can be messy, sometimes it’s a whole lot of work whipping together those DIY ingredients.
But,DIY skin care is a guaranteed way to slow down aging.
Honey
Let honey be your best friend .It has amazing anti-aging properties .I like to slather it on when I’m home for 30 minutes .Rinse off and voila!Glow baby .
Potatoes
Potatoes have amazing anti-aging properties and there are especially good for dark circles and puffy eyes .
Slice some potatoes and rub the juice over your face.Wash after 20 minutes.
Bananas
Bananas work like a charm to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines .When next you’re at the food market, get your self some bananas. Mash it and slather on your face while you do your house chores .
Wash after 20–30 minutes and you’ll be amazed at how smooth your face is.
*IMPORTANT TIP :Don’t Ignore Your Hands
Do not forget your neck and hands .
If Shakira said the hips don’t lie, trust me, when it comes the aging , the hands don’t lie.
The first signs of aging are visible on the hands and the neck. .
These hands do a lot of work, lifting , typing , cooking, washing, they sure deserve extra care too.
It is very easy to neglect the hands and concentrate on the face .
I always have a jar of coconut oil or natural shea butter by my bed side or in my handbag .
In fact ,it is a habit for me to slather on either of these over 10 times a day .
Most importantly remember with skin care , less is more .
A simple skin care routine , diet and peace of mind could keep the Botox injections away and prevent aging.
Xoxo
