Introduction
In some people, signs of aging can be early compared to the age which makes them look older; with advancing scientific studies and research on cosmetic products and procedures, one can eliminate the signs of aging as everyone wishes to look younger with glowing, smooth, even-toned skin and good volume hair.
What Are the Causes of Aging?
Aging can be due to physiological and environmental changes impacting our bodies. For example, our body constantly forms new cell growth, degenerates old cells, and repairs damaged cells.
The physiological changes include cellular aging, metabolic aging, and hormonal aging.
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A single cell can replicate multiple times with the same genetic information. When a cell is not able to replicate genetic information, the cells become old, and the collection of these old cells shows a sign of the natural aging process.
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Many hormones play vital roles in the process of aging and the prevention of aging. Melatonin helps in destroying free radical cells; also, it gives color to skin and hair. A decrease in melatonin production can provide a sign of graying, and endorphins help to reduce stress which can damage the growth of new cells. Estrogen helps in maintaining strength and flexibility in the skin, testosterone helps in promoting protein to the skin, and stress can increase cortisol hormone, which can be a major cause of fine lines and wrinkles on the face giving signs of premature aging.
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Metabolic aging is due to an improper diet that can lead to excess loss of fat and muscle wasting, which can make a person look older than age.
Environmental changes can be due to external factors like excess smoking, drinking alcohol, accumulation of dirt, makeup, and pollutants on the face, and long exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause signs of aging.
What Is the Cosmetic Treatment Available for Aging?
There are multiple cosmetic treatments available for aging like home care treatment, and surgical and non-surgical treatment done by health providers which helps in delaying the aging process. Aging can also be delayed by taking prevention by changing the lifestyle and avoiding exposure to the sun.
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Micro-derma roller is a handheld device with micro pins in the form of a roller that helps increase blood circulation; the roller can be used on the face with gentle pressure which creates micro spots on the face, and due to these micro spots blood circulation is increased. This cosmetic procedure helps to decrease fine lines and wrinkles.
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Laser skin resurfacing Is also a type of cosmetic treatment that uses laser light used to prevent acne wrinkles, and dark spots, it helps to repair the damaged layer of the skin.
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Chemical peels are also a type of non-surgical treatment that helps in removing the outer damaged skin layer with the help of a chemical solution that is applied on the face. This procedure helps to treat dark spots and acne marks.
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Botox is also a type of non-invasive treatment which helps to add volume to the skin, remove signs of aging enhance the smooth texture of the skin by removing wrinkles and fine lines.
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Derma fillers are a type of minimal-invasive procedure where the filler is injected into the skin to remove wrinkles and fine lines. It helps to maintain smooth, even skin. These procedure results are temporary.
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There are other treatments where fat is injected below the eyes in those with dark circles and shrunken hollow faces due to fat loss usually seen in people with calorie-deficit diets. This procedure helps increase skin volume as the fat solution is injected into the facial muscles through the skin.
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Plastic surgery of the face is also a type of surgical procedure used to uplift the face, add volume, and enhance the skin tone and contour of the face.
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Cosmetic acupuncture is a type of Chinese treatment that helps to rejuvenate skin, helps to promote the production of elastin and collagen, increases blood circulation, and boosts skin texture and even tone. This procedure is considered safe and nontoxic.
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Microdermabrasion uses a small diamond crystals device that is used by the healthcare provider to rub off the dead cells on the outer layer of skin, this procedure helps to promote the growth of new skin cells, and remove dead skin cells and enhance the look with brighter and glowy skin.
How to Prevent Signs of Premature Aging?
Signs of aging are visible due to the continuous accumulation of old cells, which cannot repair themselves; these old cells lose the capacity to carry oxygen into the body and blood cells making the body more prone to disease. There are many reasons which can aggravate signs of premature aging.
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Overexposure to sunlight can damage the outer layer of skin, and ultraviolet rays are harmful. They can penetrate the skin and can make them inactive or kill the cells. Use sunscreen lotion. After every three hours and whenever going out, cover your face with a scarf.
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One must eat a healthy diet including protein, fat, vitamin, and other minerals essential for cell growth and repair.
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Avoid a diet rich in sugar, caffeine, and processed food; they can increase inflammation of the skin, and cause wrinkles, fine lines, and acne.
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Use anti-aging creams, which can help repair the signs of aging. Apply a moisturizer containing glycerin which can prevent the drying of the skin.
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Stress and obesity can also increase signs of premature aging. Therefore, one must exercise and meditate, which can help in distressing and releasing endorphins which help the information of cells and repair damaged cells.
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Plenty of water can help moisturize skin and supply oxygen to cells which helps to prevent the formation of free radical cells.
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Always wash your face and remove makeup before sleeping as it helps skin pores to breathe. Accumulation of dirt and makeup can cause acne or inflammation on the skin.
Conclusion
The process of aging cannot be stopped but can be delayed with preventive care and cosmetic treatment options. One must discuss with the healthcare provider the benefits and side effects of treatment as different skin types may need a different type of approach.
