The main goal of following a proper skincare routine is to keep the skin healthy and youthful. If you look closely, you’ll notice that many people have younger-looking skin even as they age. This is often because they take proper care of their skin and follow a healthy lifestyle. Genetics can also play a role. On the other hand, some people experience wrinkles, fine lines, and other skin problems at a young age, which can make them look older. Forehead wrinkles, in particular, often appear early for many people. Today’s article is about how to prevent forehead wrinkles and fine lines.
When should you start anti-aging skin care?
Due to the stress of daily life, as well as external dust and pollution, signs of aging can appear on the skin prematurely. So, if you are between 22 and 25 years old, you must take extra care of your skin, as skin elasticity decreases after this age. This is the main cause of forehead wrinkles. Wrinkles naturally appear with age, and it’s a process that cannot be completely eliminated. However, we can prevent premature aging signs from becoming visible on the skin. Even after turning thirty, you can have skin that looks as youthful as it did in your twenties. This is what we aim for, which is why an anti-aging skincare routine should be started as soon as possible.
1. Stay Hydrated
If asked, what is one of the main causes of forehead wrinkles? The answer is dry and dehydrated skin! Oily skin often develops wrinkles later. However, if the skin is dry and dehydrated, many types of skin problems can occur earlier. So, the skin must be fully hydrated. Drink at least 8-14 glasses of water daily. A moisturizing cream that suits your skin should be applied twice daily. This will keep the skin moisturized. Also, if you want extra protection, you can use moisturizing creams that are specially formulated to prevent skin wrinkles.
2. Use Sunscreen
I mentioned sunscreen earlier. Did you know that if the skin is exposed to the sun for a long time, premature aging signs can appear at a young age? If sun protection is not taken, wrinkles can appear on the forehead before age. To protect the skin from sun damage, apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30, preferably SPF 50, 20 minutes before going outside. Don’t skip sunscreen even if you are at home during the day.
3. Choose a Vitamin C Serum
There are various anti-aging skincare products in the market. Among these, you need to find and use the right product that can provide the right solution for your skin problem. Vitamin C is one such ingredient that prevents premature aging signs by reducing skin wrinkles and fine lines. People who are 20+ can add serum to their skincare routine. Before 20, a basic skincare routine should be followed, and applying and reapplying sunscreen (every 3-4 hours) during the day is essential.
4. Include Hyaluronic Acid Products in Your Skincare Routine
Nowadays, the term “hyaluronic acid” is more or less familiar to everyone, right? Hyaluronic acid is an ingredient that works great in preventing forehead wrinkles. It helps reduce the appearance of aging and increases the skin’s elasticity. It also provides hydration to the skin. This ingredient is now widely used in skincare products. So, when selecting a product, check the ingredients list to see if hyaluronic acid is included.
5. The Magical Solution to Aging Signs with Retinol
Another effective ingredient, like hyaluronic acid, is retinol. Retinol is an ingredient that works like magic when it comes to anti-aging. Retinol helps eliminate wrinkles, evens skin tone, and can give you fresh and glowing skin in no time! Not believing it? You can see positive results in just 4 weeks of using retinol. It increases collagen production in the skin and makes it healthier. Retinol should be used in skincare at night, and sun protection must be taken during the day.
6. Face Yoga or Face Massage
Just as wrinkles form due to our facial expressions, facial yoga and massage can also prevent wrinkles. There are different poses and exercises for face yoga. However, be serious about it and continue doing face yoga daily to get the full benefits. A jade roller can be used during face massage. Apply some serum or facial oil to the face and massage it with the help of a jade roller. It works great to prevent aging.
A Few Caveats
1. Retinol and vitamin C used together can make each other inactive. In that case, you can use one in the morning and the other at night. If retinol is used at night, you can follow a basic skincare routine and apply a vitamin C serum the next morning.
2. Do not apply two or more serums to the face at the same time! It is best not to mix an active ingredient with other active ingredients. Use them on alternate days.
3. A basic skincare routine must be followed well before adding a serum to your skincare regimen. Also, patch testing before using any new product is a must.
