Easy Tips Fos Skin Care VI
25. PUT DOWN THE FRENCH FRIES
Research shows that a diet high in fats and carbohydrates causes more wrinkles. "Creamy cheeses and red meats are actually known as aging fats because of what they do to our skin," says Wechsler. To keep your cells revved up and rejuvenated, stick to lean protein like fish, white meat poultry, tofu, beans and lentils.
26. DON'T FORGET YOUR VEGGIES
Look for an anti-aging cream that has plant-derived antioxidants such as mushroom or soy. Data from Alexiades-Armenakas' lab shows that the level of antioxidant-free radical scavenging (i.e. the little warriors that fight off all of the bad stuff that causes premature aging) with plant-derived antioxidants is off the charts. "Plants have anti-cancer properties when we eat them, which means they survive the digestive process," she says. "Think of what that that means for their long-lasting powerful benefits when applied directly to the skin." Try Dr. Andrew Weil for Mega-Mushroom Skin Relief Advanced Face Serum, (£46, Origins).
27. EAT YOUR BROCCOLI
Move over, oranges. "Just a half cup of raw broccoli is loaded with 65 percent of your daily value of vitamin C," says Morgan. Research shows that vitamin C-rich foods not only mop up the free radicals that cause wrinkles and sagging, but can help remove the DNA damage they form. While you're reaping the wound-healing and skin-protecting benefits of eating more vitamin C, try smoothing some on your skin as well. In one study, women who treated sun-damaged skin with a vitamin C cream for six months saw significant improvement in fine lines and discoloration.
28. KEEP YOUR HANDS OFF YOUR FACE
"Picking—even lightly—can permanently damage skin," says Amiry. "I actually have patients whose skin cleared up with no medications, just because they stopped touching it." Every time you press against a pimple, it causes inflammation and distress to the skin. At the same time, bacteria is pushed deep inside the pore, and the oil glands burst, causing even more trauma. The result? More acne, plus discoloration and scarring. If you're really hooked on popping, leave it to the pros and schedule regular monthly extractions with an aesthetician who knows how to do them safely and gently.
29. WHIP UP A BERRY TASTY TREAT FOR YOUR SKIN
A powerful (cheap!) anti-aging potion is lurking right in your fridge. Raspberries are loaded with ellagic acid, an antioxidant that research shows can prevent wrinkles when applied to the skin. "It protects the collagen that keeps skin plump and beautiful from being worn down by the sun," says Wu. Add in honey, a natural humectant that holds water against the skin for maximum moisture, and you've got a recipe for gorgeous, dewey skin. Mash up a handful of raspberries with a spoonful of honey, and apply the mask to clean skin for 15-20 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
30. MAKE YOUR SUNSCREEN WORK HARDER FOR YOU
Antioxidants like vitamin C offer an extra layer of protection again environmental damage and toxins, diverting them before they can damage your cells. "That's why applying them as part of your morning routine boosts the efficacy of your sunscreen," explains Amiry. "It's important to know that sunscreens are chemicals that you are applying to your skin and they absorb into your body. So, use a lighter sunscreen daily such as SPF 15 along with vitamin C and a higher sunscreen (about 30) every two hours if you are outdoors for a long period of time."
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