The Truth About Premature Wrinkles

Worried about premature wrinkles? A lot of people do get worried when they see these unsightly wrinkles on their skin, much earlier than they would have thought possible. The fact is, more and more people have to face this problem with today's lifestyles. So what exactly causes premature wrinkles? While the primary cause of wrinkles is aging, there are some other factors too that may cause them to appear prematurely: Sun exposure - After aging, this is the primary cause of wrinkle formation. The heat from sunlight makes our skin dry and prone to wrinkles. The UV rays of the sun also cause damage by destroying the collagen fibers in our skin. Both these factors make our skin lose its strength and it begins to sag and wrinkle Smoking - Smoking makes our skin look dull and even causes fine lines to form near the mouth. Dry skin - Some people have naturally dry skin. They have a greater tendency to develop wrinkles on their skin. Pollution - The dust, chemicals and free radicals present in environmental pollution break down our skin cells and cause wrinkles to form. What's the Solution? The solution to premature wrinkles lies in a balanced skin care program that you can follow at home easily. Here's how: - First of all, protect your skin from over exposure to the sun. Apply a sun screen with an SPF of 15 or more at least 15 minutes before going out in the sun. Wear a hat and sun glasses to protect your face from the sun's rays. - Eat plenty of green vegetables and fresh fruits. This will keep our skin nourished and healthy, and less prone to damage. - Quit smoking. Or at least, minimize it to keep your skin radiant and healthy. - Use a good natural skin cream that nourishes and protects our skin. Identifying a good skin cream There are plenty of options in the market when it comes to choosing a skin cream. Not all of them are good though. The rule of thumb here is to avoid creams containing chemicals at all cost. As it is, our poor skins face a lot of chemicals from pollution daily. We don't need other dangerous chemicals applied directly to our face through these creams. Check the ingredients and watch out for chemicals like Parabens (effective preservatives, but deadly chemicals which can even cause cancer in the long run), fragrance (yes, fragrances. These too are chemicals which can cause irritation to your skin), and mineral oils (used in many creams as hydrating agents - actually make the skin dependent on them and even drier than before). Instead look for natural ingredients like: Cynergy TK, which promotes the production of Collagen in our skin, making it less prone to premature wrinkles. Phytessence Wakame, a Japanese sea kelp that keeps our skin nourished and healthy. It also protects us from the ultraviolet rays of the sun and environmental pollution. Plant based oils, like macadamia and avocado. These natural oils are very effective hydrating agents and keep our skin moisturized without any side effects. You next step? Take what you have learned here and find a good skin cream to complement your skin care regimen. Premature wrinkles will be a thing of the past in no time at all!