Most people strive to look fit and healthy, which equates
to trying to look younger. It's a well-known fact that the
best anti-aging procedure is the daily application of a
good (15 or above SPF) sun block for both UVA and UVB rays.
The free radicals found in the rays of the sun cause
wrinkling and sagging of the skin by damaging the collagen
and elastin.
Scowling, frowning and wrinkling the delicate skin around
the eyes should also be avoided to minimize the formation
of deep wrinkles and fine lines.
A rich eye cream is useful for warding off some wrinkling.
However, for someone who has neglected sun block in the
past or who already has the beginning of lines and
wrinkles, it's possible to utilize something a little more
in-depth than anti-aging moisturizing creams.
There are a plethora of anti-aging treatments available by
a professional. Many of the procedures performed in the
U.S. are noninvasive, also called "lunchtime procedures",
and following is a brief description of the most often used:
- Microdermabrasion is popular among the 20-somethings
because it will smooth the surface of the skin, an issue
especially if acne scars are present. Skin tone is also
improved. A fine spray of crystals are blasted onto the
skin, removing the topmost cells. Desired results may be
achieved in fewer than a dozen treatments, spaced
approximately 2 weeks apart.
- Botox Injections are another popular anti-aging
procedure. The botox prevents a person from moving facial
muscles where it has been injected, thus preventing further
wrinkle formation. The effect may last as long as six
months.
- Liposuction is a fairly expensive procedure with a
down-time of at least a week. It is used to contour the
body by removing excess fat cells from just below the skin.
- Fillers are used to plump up skin for 4-12 months.
Youthful skin is firmer and fuller than aging skin because
it has plenty of collagen, which may have been lost due to
the passing of time and sun damage. Depending on the area
being treated the doctor will choose human collagen, bovine
collagen or any of several other popular fillers.
- Lasers are an anti-aging tool that can correct baggy
eyes, brown spots and leg veins. Some lasers can actually
tighten the skin. Several sessions will usually be
necessary.
- Blepharoplasty is a way to dramatically smooth out both
the upper and lower eyelids using a minimally invasive
technique.
- Chemical peels are useful to all ages because the formula
is customized to each patient. Gentle glycolic acid peels
can be used with great success by young people, but for
someone with deep wrinkles, many brown spots, or uneven
skin patches, slightly harsher peels can be used. A doctor
will be the best source of advice in this matter.
With careful treatment (anti-aging skin moisturizing cream,
rich eye cream) and protection (sunscreen, sun glasses to
cut down on squinting) of the skin in early years, a
complete face lift can be avoided and one of the previously
described treatments may produce the effect of a healthy,
glowing complexion in later years.
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