Anti ageing tips
Your skin is one of the most important parts of your body, but it is often the most neglected. Because it is subjected to the elements and harsh treatment every day, often without your realizing, it is important to have a good skin care routine.
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There are several ways to take
care of your skin and keep it healthy, but the most common and rewarding way is
by getting regular facials. The skin on
your face is usually subjected to elements and damages the most. Your face is nearly always exposed and can
often be the most damaged area of your skin. This article will discuss
different kinds of facials and their benefits, as well as what facials are
great for certain age groups. Truth be
told, there is no certain age at which people should be getting regular
facials, but they can be beneficial at any age.
They can help repair skin as well as condition the skin and even prevent
some future damage. If you care about the long-term health and appearance of
your skin, it is best to begin taking care of your face as early as your 20’s.
Skin Care in Your
20’s
The most common skin issue for someone in their 20’s (and
even teenage years) is acne. Therefore,
receiving facials that focus on combating acne, oil buildup and blackheads is
the best facial for this age group.
There are several options available, so be sure to meet with your
esthetician about your concerns and acne patterns, and he/she can determine
which facial would work best for you. If
recommended by a dermatologist, you may even qualify for an acne control facial
covered by insurance. Not only will acne facials help clear up current acne,
they can also help prevent future breakouts as well. Reducing the occurrence of
breakouts can reduce possible scarring resulting from excessive acne.
Skin Care in Your
30’s
Your 30’s is often when you see the mistakes of the past
come to light on your skin, such as sun exposure, acne scars, etc. Therefore, repairing facials or wrinkle
reducing facials are the way to go for someone in their 30’s. You will want to repair your skin (as from
dryness or flaking) as much as possible
and focus on wrinkle reduction to help prevent further wrinkles as you age.
Specific facials may include microdermabrasion and chemical peels to remove a
layer of dead skin, leaving behind smooth, soft skin for a naturally healthier
appearance.
Skin Care in Your
40’s
As your hormones change during your 40’s and even into your
50’s, you may notice certain changes in your skin, such as looking thinner and
less textured or elastic. For this age
group, look for facials that focus on rejuvenation and increasing the skin’s
elasticity. For example Pittsburgh collagen facials aim to replenish
the protein, collagen, into the topmost layers of the skin to help restore its
former structure and firmness.
Skin Care in Your
50’s
As hormonal changes take a firmer hold, you begin
experiencing looser skin and decreased volume in your facial structure, which
results from gradual bone loss, muscle loss, and a depletion of the
subcutaneous layers of fat. Facials that focus on plumping up the skin and use
anti-inflammatory ingredients are a must.
Also, if you have been taking care of your skin for several years by
getting facials, you will have less to work on during this decade.
About the Author
Tess Young is a 40-something stay-at-home
mom who receives facials regularly from Pittsburgh’s Studio Booth.
Her favorite facial is the collagen facial for smoother, younger-looking skin.