Fighting Pollution as A Way to Age Elegantly
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Living in a big city, pollution has become one of the everyday threats to our health as well as our skin condition. Studies have shown that exposure to particles pollution increase the signs of aging on our skin. The culprit, commonly known as free radicals, is known to damage the layer that help retain moisture in the skin and clogging pores. Exposure to free radicals also increases inflammation as well as worsens acne, atopic dermatitis and rosacea. In the long run, this can cause premature skin aging.
So, what should we do to prevent premature aging due to free radicals and pollutions in general? Cleansing is the key, especially at night after coming back from all the activities. Make up and SPF used during the day may trap free radicals on your face and if not cleansed thoroughly it will result in appearance of fine lines and loss of firmness. Do a 2-step process for cleansing, first is for makeup and the second is to remove any remaining dirt and pollution on the skin. If you have sensitive skin, make sure you’re using a mild cleanser. Even though the goal is to remove all the pollutant from your skin, you’d want to do it without too much scrubbing that can irritates your skin.
Creating a barrier between your skin and the pollutant is another way to prevent premature aging. Use sunscreen not only when it’s holiday time, but make it a part of your daily routine. Always include SPF as a part of your skincare routine because UV protection is important. Many also suggest incorporating vitamin C serum into daily skincare routine if your daily activities include a lot of time outdoors like commuting, taking public transportation or doing outdoor exercise.
Taking care of your skin against pollutant isn’t just about what you apply or routine on the outside. You need to watch out what you eat as well. Include vitamin C, B3 and antioxidants-rich foods in your meal, something like blueberries, leafy greens or beans. Stay hydrated all the time by drinking enough water. Protecting your skin from free radicals isn’t a difficult thing to do when you want the best for your skin.