Five Quick Rules Ageing Skin and Wrinkles

Ageing skin and wrinkles are a fact of life, but there are things you can do to help reduce premature ageing.

Ageing skin and wrinkles – the facts.

Surprisingly, you don't have to be old to have ageing skin. Wrinkles, blotches and discolouration can be caused by many different factors. Boots specialist advisor Crian Wilson warns: "Ageing is influenced by environmental factors like sun exposure and pollution." Dr Nick Lowe adds that smoking, an unhealthy diet and rapid weight loss can all contribute to wrinkles.

Rule one: Protect skin from further damage.

According to Dr Lowe, 60% of wrinkles are the result of sun damage, so he recommends applying a broad spectrum sunscreen daily. "Apply to face, neck and upper chest. For pale skin use at least SPF30," he warns.

Rule two: Reassess your lifestyle.

Crian and Dr Lowe both agree that certain factors such as poor diet, smoking and insufficient skin care can all add to skin ageing, so it's important to alter your lifestyle to avoid further skin damage.

Rule three: Use a night repair cream.

Your skin regenerates itself while you are asleep, so give it a helping hand with a good night repair product for an extra skin boost.

Rule four: Stress-busting is key.

Stress can take its toll on your skin, so help keep premature ageing and wrinkles at bay by practising some relaxation techniques for when you're feeling particularly anxious.

Rule five: Don't forget hands.

Ageing hands can be a big giveaway, so it's important to keep them moisturised and protected from the sun whenever possible. "Hands can be persistently exposed without you realising, especially when driving" Dr Lowe reveals.

Ranges to consider for ageing skin and wrinkles:

Dr Nick Lowe Anti-Age • Why not try Dr Nick Lowe The Secret Is Out Lifting Cream SPF15 Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair • Why not try Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex Eucerin Hylauron • Why not try Eucerin Anti Ageing Hylauron Filler Eye Treatment No7 Protect & Perfect • Why not try No7 Protect & Perfect Hand Cream Time Delay • Why not try Time Delay Hydrating Cleansing Wipes

For more information on ageing skin and wrinkles read The Effects of Ageing on Skin at BootsWebMD. If your skin condition worsens or becomes more problematic consult your GP for advice.

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