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Anti-Ageing: Using Anti-Wrinkle Creams

There are ways to slow down the aging process.

The truth about wrinkles and aging

Discover what causes fine lines and wrinkles and how you can combat them at home with anti wrinkle creams.

Why do we get wrinkles?

Wrinkles are an inevitable part of life and will affect all of us eventually. As we age, our skin undergoes changes. Not only does it become thinner and drier, it is also no longer able to protect itself from damage from free radicals as well as it once could. These factors lead to a loss of skin elasticity and cause wrinkles and fine lines to appear.

Your genetic make-up has a big influence over when you’ll start to develop wrinkles and how severe they will be. In addition, your level of exposure to UVA rays has a huge impact on skin aging as well.

Prevention is always better than cure

Although wrinkles will catch up with us all at some point, your lifestyle and skin care routine will have a big impact on how quickly you start to notice fine lines. With a healthier lifestyle and regular use of a good anti wrinkle cream, you can stay looking youthful for longer.

Effective lifestyle tips for preventing wrinkles

Keep your skin hydrated by drinking a lot of water.
Eat a healthy diet with fresh fruit, veg and omega-3 fatty acids to give the skin cells what they need to regenerate.
Sleep on your back to prevent any tugging on the skin during the night.
Avoid touching your face unnecessarily.
Don’t smoke and avoid excessive amounts of alcohol, caffeinated and dehydrating drinks and overly salty meals.

5 home remedies for fresh-looking skin

Coconut oil

Coconut oil has surged in popularity in recent years due to its wonderful skin care benefits. Not only is it rich in antioxidants, when massaged into the skin before bed, it provides you with a nice and cared for skin-feeling.

5 home remedies for fresh-looking skin

Aloe vera

Gel from the Aloe Vera plant is believed to improve the elasticity of the skin. Regularly apply the gel straight onto the face as a soothing leave-on mask and feel the change. Explore the benefits of Aloe Vera for skin here.

5 home remedies for fresh-looking skin

Banana

Bananas contain a range of different vitamins for combatting wrinkles and keeping skin ultra-hydrated. Simply mash up a banana, mix in some yoghurt and apply to the face. You’ll immediately see a difference in how soft and smooth your face feels.

5 home remedies for fresh-looking skin

Egg whites

We all know that egg whites are healthy to eat, but what about slathering them over your face? Egg-whites are a protein-filled superfood and are believed to improve your skin. Try an egg white mask a few times a week and look forward to radiant skin.

5 home remedies for fresh-looking skin

Honey

Honey has been applied to the skin for many years now and is great at leaving skin looking gorgeous and fresh. Simply apply it to the face, leave for a few minutes and wash off with warm water. The stickiness will be worth it, we promise!

What products should I use to combat wrinkles?

Having a comprehensive anti-aging skin care routine including effective anti wrinkle creams is the key to avoiding and minimising wrinkles.

Find a wrinkle cream that works for you

There are lots of different anti-aging face creams available and it’s important to find one that will give you the results you’re looking for.

During the day, a lighter formula is best. The NIVEA Q10 Power Sun Protection Day Cream SPF 30 not only intensively moisturises, it also helps to prevent wrinkle formation due to sun, to help protect against premature aging and wrinkled skin.

It’s at night that your skin cells regenerate and repair themselves more quickly. Applying a good night cream can aid this process. The NIVEA Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Night Cream deeply regenerates wrinkled skin during the night when skin is most receptive, and reduces lines and wrinkles using natural anti-age defence with Q10 to leave the skin noticeably firmer.

Using an SPF could make all the difference

Damage from UVA rays can accelerate the aging process by causing damage to the skin. If you’re going to be exposed to the sun, try to wear an anti-wrinkle cream with SPF like NIVEA Q10 Power 60+ Anti-Wrinkle + Replenishing Day Cream SPF 15.

Hyaluronic acid: For smooth and silky skin

Look out for products with hyaluronic acid. Try NIVEA Cellular Anti-Age Skin Rejuvenation Concentrated Serum, which instantly smooths the skin’s appearance and fights signs of fatigue.