Beauty sleep can make a huge difference in your skin’s appearance.

• Get at least seven or eight hours of sleep every night.

• Sleep on your back to avoid scrunching up the skin on your face and chest.

• Satin or silk pillow cover help reduce friction between your skin and the fabric.

 Taking care of your skin will definitely help reduce the signs of aging!

• Apply sunscreen everyday with an SPF 30. This is mandatory if you are outdoors during the day because more than 80% of photo-ageing is caused by sun exposure.

• Gently wash your face and body.

• Dry your skin with a soft towel.

• Do not rub your skin, just pat it.

• Use face cleansers to wash your face.

• Use disposable low-linting hypo-allergenic wipes.

• Use lukewarm water that cannot dry out the skin.

• Keep your showers as short as possible. Frequent washing and drying your skin can cause skin dehydration.

• Exfoliate once or twice a week.

• Moisturise your skin several times a day.

A healthy diet is essential in the fight against all forms of aging, not just the signs of aging skin.

• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

• Drink a lot of water.

• Eat foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, avocado, almonds etc.

• Consume quality extra virgin olive oil once per week, with meal.

• Avoid alcohol consumption. If you suffer rosacea you may also try to avoid white wines.

• Do not smoke.

 Getting fitter, even by a little bit, can improve your health and the appearance of your skin and body.

• Aerobic exercises may help reverse some cell degeneration from normal ageing and improve the look and feel of your skin.

• Walking is another form of aerobic exercise.

• Strength-training or moves like tai-chi are best for preserving muscles from age-related decline.

• Cycling may also protect your immune system from age-related decline.

Premature aging can be slowed and even reversed with a dedicated maintenance and prevention routine. Some of us may not be graced with the longevity DNA but a quality routine founded on scientific evidence can be your next best secret. See our Blog “Premature Aging Versus Regenerative Aging".