How do we recognize the first signs of aging?
The first signs of skin aging can appear from the mid-twenties. From the age of 30, 40, 50, we talk about behavioral aging of the skin and the environment, lifestyle and our skincare routine can have a real impact on the appearance of wrinkles, the firmness of the skin and its general appearance.
30 years old : wrinkles start to become more frequent. These are generally the famous lion's wrinkle, or wrinkles on the forehead.
40 years old : wrinkles become deeper and appear in new areas such as the nasolabial folds or crow's feet wrinkles at the corners of the eyes.
50 years and over : the skin is mature, after the age of fifty in general, wrinkles are well established. We then speak of deep wrinkles.
Skin aging is not the same for everyone, several factors influence its appearance more or less early: too much sun, stress, pollution, not enough sleep, too much makeup, not removing makeup, excessive smoking and alcohol consumption, no suitable creams or serums, etc.
What are the factors that aggravate the first signs of aging?
The skin, when overexposed to pollution and/or cigarette smoke, will be dull, thicker, more marked and with pigment spots. Poorly maintained skin will be easily noticeable by its texture: enlarged pores, poor balance between oily and dry areas.
Small daily actions can also accentuate the first signs of aging, such as poor diet, alcohol consumption, poorly adapted or overly aggressive cosmetic routines. Sugar in particular is the confirmed enemy of youthful skin. Excess sugar attaches to skin proteins, reducing their ability to function. When these elements, essential to the creation of skin, are damaged, the skin becomes drier and less supple, leading to more wrinkles and dullness.
Finally, so-called "overworked" skin is often recognized by expressiveness, drawn, wrinkled features, a sad face, dark circles. The main causes are stress, lack of sleep, anxiety, etc.
What are the right reflexes to have?
To preserve your youth, in addition to a good diet, regular physical activity and quality sleep, many cosmetic products exist to maintain the beauty of the skin and prevent the appearance of the first signs of aging. Serums, creams, to be applied morning and evening every day without exception after careful makeup removal/cleansing.
Crow's feet and smile lines would no longer be signs of aging but symbols of a cheerful life. Times are changing and so are mentalities. On the other hand, the lion's wrinkle, the corners of the lips, the spots giving a dull complexion, would be the new areas to target for treatments.
The ideal routine:
In the morning, always start by cleaning your skin with treatment water or toning lotion.
Then apply a day cream on top of a custom-made hydrating or multidimensional serum like IOMA's My Serum, while performing a little massage. Place a little product on your hands, then, using your palm, smooth the skin from the chin to the temples. On the forehead, apply the cream with small pinching movements along the wrinkle.
Daily, use an
eye contour treatment by smoothing the eyelid with your fingertips from the inside to the outside. Massage under the eye with the same ritual not too close to the eye.
In the evening, use a makeup remover that is suitable for your skin and always finish cleansing with a moisturizing toner. Apply your serum before your night cream.
