Some people look young and energetic among their peers, as if the years have never left a mark on their faces. And some people seem to be a little vicissitudes. In addition to genetic factors, this difference is also affected by many factors such as lifestyle, health habits, and psychological state.
So, why do some of our peers look younger and some look old, and how can we make ourselves age more slowly? Let's take a look.
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Causes of skin aging
The causes of skin aging can be divided into internal and external factors. Internal factors are also known as cellular aging, which is an irreversible process over time.
Cellular aging is due to changes in the biochemical and molecular mechanisms inside the cell, resulting in a gradual decline in cell function and structure.
There are many external factors, such as the three major "killers" of internal causes and the three major "killers" of external causes of skin aging.
3 "killers" of internal causes
1. "Two Modernizations"
Oxidation: The main causes of oxidation include external pollution, ultraviolet radiation, air pollution, and smoking. Skin oxidation is a series of problems caused by the attack of free radicals.
Symptoms include yellowing, loss of elasticity, dullness, wrinkles, melanin, and skin aging. As we age, the skin's antioxidant capacity weakens, making it more susceptible to the effects of the external environment and stress, accelerating the oxidation process.
Glycation: The main cause of glycation is that the body consumes too much sugar, and the excess sugar required by the body cannot be digested, resulting in the glycation reaction between the free sugars in the blood and the collagen in the dermis, making the skin yellow, dark, and lose its elasticity.
2. "Two Highs"
High sugar and high oil: The habit of high sugar and oil in the diet will lead to the conversion of excess energy into fat in the body, and will cause the accumulation of a large number of advanced glycation end products AGEs, accelerating the aging process of the skin.
3. Ryūya
Staying up late is one of the main causes of skin oxidation and glycation. Lack of sleep at night slows down the regeneration of skin cells, causing the skin to become dry, saggy, dehydrated, rough, and even develop dark spots.
3 "killers" due to external factors
1. Ultraviolet rays
Almost all skin problems are closely related to photoaging. UVA rays penetrate the epidermis and reach the dermis, causing the skin to produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) free radicals.
In addition, UVA rays are able to penetrate most clear glass and plastics, causing skin tanning and accelerated aging.
2. Lack of moisturizing
The stratum corneum is the skin's first line of defense, located in the outermost layer of the epidermis and is mainly made up of keratinocytes. It has the functions of waterproofing, protecting, resisting external pressure and maintaining skin elasticity.
Moisturizing care is all about moisturizing and caring for the stratum corneum, keeping it hydrated and keeping the skin soft and smooth. Because only when the stratum corneum is well hydrated, the skin can better resist the damage of the external environment. So moisturizing care is very important for skin health.
3. Improper skincare
Many people choose products that are not suitable for them, and wrong perceptions and usage methods are more likely to lead to clogged pores, dry skin, pigmentation, and even sagging skin.
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If you want to do anti-aging, pay attention to the following
1. Take care of yourself and pay attention to sun protection
If you want to maintain a youthful appearance, daily maintenance is very important. Long-term care and non-maintenance can make a noticeable difference to the skin.
In daily life, the use of make-up should be reduced, and the use of skin care products should be used modestly to moisturize the skin. Use sunscreen when you go outside to reduce UV damage.
Cleanse your skin carefully at night to avoid clogged pores with dirt and toxins, which can lead to skin problems.
2. Learn to eat healthily
To maintain a balanced diet, the diet should be controlled to seven points full. A balanced diet includes not only meat and vegetarian combinations, but also a light diet.
Don't overeat when eating, as this can lead to a decline in digestive function in the long run.
3. Eat less high-sugar foods and control sugar
Do not consume visible sugars as it can accelerate the oxidation of the skin, leading to the appearance of wrinkles.
Stay away from milk tea, ice cream, chocolate, and desserts to effectively resist oxidation and slow down the aging process.
Reducing the intake of refined staple foods and increasing the intake of complex carbohydrates can prolong satiety and reduce fat accumulation.
4. Get enough sleep
Get 7-8 hours of sleep a day, develop regular sleep habits, and stay up late.
5. You should keep exercising
Exercise not only boosts metabolism but also relieves bad mood.
For middle-aged and elderly people, considering that walking is easy to adhere to and the safety is relatively high, it can be used as the preferred exercise method for middle-aged and elderly people.
From this, we can see that aging is not determined by one aspect, but the result of a variety of factors, aging is inevitable, we can't stop it, but we can delay its appearance, so if you want to stay young, you must develop a good life, eating habits, maintain a good attitude, persevere, I believe you will be younger than your peers.
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