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Hi Healthies,


Skin is an organ, in fact the biggest one in the body.  Taking care of this organ is very important and cannot be ignored.  Aging is never desired by anyone, especially because of signs shown on the skin.  As we age and cross certain years we start using anti aging skin products available in the market.  Some people get the desired result from them while other complaint that these products are not effective.  Effectiveness of an anti-aging products does not depend only upon it's brand and cost but also on some other important factors.  Look what dermatologist says about it -


People often think that the more expensive a product is, the more effective it will besaid board-certified dermatologist Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, founding director of the Skin of Color Center at St. Luke's and Roosevelt Hospitals in New York City. “That’s not always the case. People need to shop smart since there are some very effective, affordable products in the skin care aisles of their local stores.

Along with using anti-aging products one should take some prevention to slow down the aging process and get the most from age-fighting products.  Some recommendations from dermatologists are listed below-

Sun rays are never good for skin.  Along with damaging your skin and make you more susceptible to skin cancer, it also accelerates its aging process.  Wear sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection and has an SPF of at least 30.  Apply sunscreen to all the parts of the body that is directly exposed to sun.  Study shows that 70% of men in U.S. use sunscreen while 5% apply it on daily basis.  Indian men think sunscreen is a ladies stuff which is wrong.  Men are equally susceptible to skin cancer and their skin get equally damaged with the sun exposure as women. 


Tanning is the big factor that leads to acceleration of signs of aging.  UV rays from sun can accelerate aging, causing wrinkles, age spots, a blotchy complexion and even skin cancer.  In India people doesn't get tanned intentionally, but any type of tanning is harmful for your skin.

Moisturizing the skin is very important.  Moisturizer traps the water in the skin and removes some fine lines which helps in reducing aging signs and improves your skin tone.  Get the right moisturizer for your skin type to make the best use of anti aging product.


Apply any skin product as directed, applying more than that can do more harm than good.  Greater than directed amount of product cause clogged pores, a blotchy complexion or other unwanted effects.

If not advised by the dermatologist, don't use any skin product that irritates your skin.  It may make aging signs more noticeable.

Hypoallergenic i.e. products that cause or are claimed to cause fewer allergic reactions should also be tested before use.  Do not apply even these kind of products directly on face.  You may be allergic to any of the ingredients in the product.  To test, dab a small amount of the product on your inner forearm twice a day for four to five days.  If you do not have a reaction, it is likely safe for you to apply to your face.




Choose one anti aging product that suits you best.  Applying more than one such product may have adverse affect on the skin.  It may make your signs more visible by irritating your skin.  

Give your anti aging product time to display desired results on your skin.  Most anti aging product take six weeks to three months to reduce fine lines of aging.

Visit your dermatologist if you do not see expected result even after taking all these precautions.

Here is a video from AAD called  “Wrinkle Remedies" that may help you in understanding the article better.






SOME ANTI AGING CREAM AVAILABLE IN INDIA

Olay Regenerist Regenerating Cream - Rs 1,199

Olay Total Effects 7 in One Day Cream – Gentle - Rs 749

Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 Anti-ageing Serum - Rs 700

Pond’s Age Miracle Deep Action Night Cream - Rs 449

L’oreal Paris Dermo Expertise Youth ode Rejuvenating Anti Wrinkle Night Cream - Rs 1,149

L’oreal Paris Dermo Expertise Youth Code Youth Booster serum - Rs 1,450

Garnier Skin Naturals Wrinkle Lift Day Cream - Rs 399

Revlon Age Defying Re-Shaping (Day Cream) - Rs 655

Olay Regenerist Wrinkle Revolution Complex - Rs 1,499

Neutragena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer - Rs 799 (My Personal Favorite) 


STAY AWAY FROM SUN FOR HEALTHY SKIN



References
aad.org
picture reference
commonmedicalquestions.com
healthytop10.com 

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