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The secret to looking younger than your age begins with a good skin care regiment.  At one time a face lift was the only means of alleviating wrinkles.  There are options now that do not require surgery.

First and foremost should be a quality sunscreen, preferably no lower than SPF15.  Some say it will not only help prevent skin cancer but also helps fade any fine lines or wrinkles you may already have.  Wearing a sunscreen with a moisturizer will not prevent or reverse wrinkles but it does keep the skin soft and supple and temporarily improves the skins appearance.  Wearing a large brimmed, tight woven hat is helpful.

Cleansing with a good quality cleanser in your skin care regime should not be neglected.  You can usually find creamy or foaming cleansers.  So long as it is of good quality – the choice is your preference of the two.  A cleanser should not soak into the skin easily.

Make it a habit of cleansing your face before going to bed.  If you skip night washing, you allow dirt and toxins, as well as makeup, to remain on the skin overnight.  Gently massage the cleanser with your fingertips and avoid scrubbing with a rough wash cloth.  It is much too harsh on the delicate facial skin.  Always use warm water to rinse, and then gently pat dry.

Exfoliating reveals a more radiant complexion by removing dead skin cells, leaving you with a smooth, more refined and glowing skin.  You will want to use a mild scrub with gentle abrasive action.  Go easy at first until you know the abrasiveness of your scrub.  If you over do it, you can end up with red patches on the skin.  Moisten your fingertips or your face before beginning.  This will loosen up the scrub and make it more spreadable.  Also, purchase products that are PH-balanced.

Moisturizing is necessary to keep the skin soft and supple and help prevent further fine lines and wrinkles.  It is extremely important in the winter.  Low humidity can suck moisture from the skin, leaving you with an uncomfortable tight, itchy feeling.  The wind also robs moisture from the skin.  Use a quality moisturizer.  It will replace moisture that the wind and winter conditions rob you of.  Day creams should not be too oily but readily soak into the skin.  Night creams are usually richer, fighting wrinkles and fine lines as you sleep.

Oily skin needs moisturizing too.  You will want to purchase a moisturizer designed for your skin type.  You don’t want to worsen your condition.  Using the correct moisturizer is beneficial to the skin, even oily types.  It helps replace moisture lost during the day by exposure to sun and wind.

A good skin care regiment can leave you with a beautiful, soft complexion taking years off your age.  Plenty of water and good nutrition helps beautify your skin from the inside out.  Try to alleviate stress, get plenty of sleep and you are on your way to a younger you.

Depending on your age, there are different methods you should use to keep your radiance and youthful glow as long as possible.

Have Beautiful Skin!

What works for a woman at 40 will have little effect on a woman of 20 years. Here are some age-specific tips for preventing and managing wrinkles.

Young at Heart

In your twenties, you should still look pretty darn good. Although your teen radiance may have faded a bit, you are still likely to have youthful, taut skin with a natural glow. In your twenties, you want to keep that beautiful glow as long as possible. Eat your fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly, drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen of at least 15 SPF. Do not smoke and wash your face with a gentle cleanser every night before bed. These are the basic skin care tips you should be following at any age.

Thirty-Something

In your thirties, more of your skin’s youthful glow will begin to fade, but you do not have to show it. This is a good time to add wrinkle cream to your daily regimen. As you age, it becomes harder for your skin to retain moisture, so drinking water may not be enough. Apply wrinkle cream immediately after your shower to improve its efficacy.

Forty is the New Thirty

Forty is the new thirty, so do not worry too much about your skin regimen just because you are another year older. Continue to use wrinkle cream on your face and add eye wrinkle cream for lines around your eyes. If you are having significant wrinkle problems, you may want a wrinkle cream with a collagen delivery technology to help your skin to absorb this vital protein.

Fifty

In your fifties, you are likely to see significant changes in your skin, especially if the change of life has arrived. Hormonal changes can reduce your skin’s tightness and glow. You might begin to see freckles, age spots, and other discolorations. At this point, be sure your wrinkle cream contains retinoids. These anti-oxidants reduce inflammation and help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Oh No, Six-O

The big six-o. Over the hill? I don’t think so! If you have been taking good care of your skin, then sixty and beyond will not be such a big deal for you. Although you will notice more wrinkles and dryness in your skin, a good skin care regiment will make you look closer to fifty than sixty or even beyond. Stay active and enjoy life and your joy will make your inner beauty shine through.