What are Wrinkles and How to Fight Them

The simple answer to the question of what are wrinkles, is that they are folds in the skin. As the skin ages, it loses elasticity and stretches, folding back upon itself.  Essentially, this is a breakdown in collagen that occurs deep in the body below the skin. Collagen break down is caused by exposure to the sun, stress, and exposure to pollution and the elements like wind.

The best way to countact wrinkles caused by the sun is to use sunscreen everytime you leave the house. Do you know that all you need to do to see what happens when skin is never exposed to the sun, is to  look at your behind. Unless you’re a nudist, your butt has never seen the light of day so to speak. There are no wrinkles on your buttocks.

You need sunscreen even on cloudy days. And experts remind us to use the creams on the backs of your hands, too. Many people treat their faces and shoulders but neglect their hands.Another way to prevent wrinkles, or at least slow them down, is to use creams that contai Vitamin A. Vitamin A stimulates the creation of collagen and prevents skin cells from breaking down.

Vitamin A can be used by younger people to keep fine lines from turning into deeper wrinkles. It is necessary to apply the cream daily and bear in mind that it will take about six months to see any results. Repairing the skin is a slow processs. If you choose not to see a doctor, there are several creams readily available over the counter.If the time frame for using the creams is too long for you, then you might consider a microdermabrastion or chemical peel administered by a dermatologist.

Chemical exfoliators work great on oil skin, while microdermabrasions are better for working on sensitive skin. Microdermabrasions get rid of fine lines and dead skin. These treatments also reduce pore size, redness and blotchiness.

Antioxidants are the bane of free radicals. Free radicals literally destroy skin. They are found in pollution, released by the sun, and caused by stress. Antioxidants  are found in green tea, the vitamins C and E and the enzyme CoQ 10.  They work together to neutralize free radicals, kind of like a multivitamin for the skin. Antioxidants come in both cream and pill form. Both forms are pretty effective according to the experts.

Topical creams are also used to battle crows feet and fine wrinkles around the eyes. If you don’t want to use chemicals there are many natural products that will work as well as the manufactured ones.