We’re all aware that unprotected exposure to UV light is the main cause of wrinkles. Do you know what else can cause the appearance of wrinkles?
Keep on reading to find out!
1. Smoking
This is no surprise since no organ in the human body benefits from smoking. Nicotine found in cigarettes narrows the blood vessels in the outermost layers of the skin which lead to impaired blood flow. Weak blood flow means less nutrients. Nicotine also contains collagen-destroying chemicals!
2. Sugar
Cakes, candies, cookies, fresh bread and all delicious treats are not good for your skin. They contain sugars with high glycemic index which binds to elastin and collagen and weakens them. Next time you’re thinking of eating that cookie, think twice because it might cause another wrinkle!
3. Soap
Soaps contain high pH and strip your skin of the natural proteins and lipids. Soaps causes your skin to become cracked, dry and this will eventually lead to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Next time you take a shower, use a non-soap cleanser that is pH-neutral.
4. Stress
Stress can make your skin look really awful. When you’re under a lot of stress, your body produces more cortisol and cortisol accelerates aging and causes inflammations. Try to find a relaxing activity and put your stress under control!
5. Sleep
When you sleep at night, your skin regenerates and repair itself and that’s why it’s important to get your 8 hours of sleep every night. Sleeping less and sleeping on your stomach can cause puffiness around your eyes and wrinkles.
6. Yo-Yo dieting
When you’re constantly losing and gaining weight, your skin will remain stretched out and that will cause wrinkles. Stop with your yo-yo dieting if you don’t want to end up with too many wrinkles!