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Your Ultimate Anti-Aging Timeline
Monday 12th September 2016
So there are many factors that contribute to skin health and ultimately the aging of your skin.
Here at Heavenly Green we treat all skins, from fresh faced pre-teens to mature elderly clients we see it all, so here is a little guide to looking after your skin throughout your life.
At Any Age
- Wear a good SPF
The sun factor is one of the biggest when it comes to aging. Pigmentation, sun spots and skin cancer all arise from inadequately protected skin. When choosing which factor to apply, reapplication of a lower SPF offers better coverage than a single application of a higher SPF.
We love Environ's RAD SPF for its broad spectrum coverage, anti- oxidant ingredients and non greasy feel.
- Invest in good quality skincare
If you eat organic, exercise regularly, drink plenty of water then cover your largest organ in chemicals and fillers you are doing it wrong! Quality skincare is important at any age, and teaching teens how to look after their skin as they enter puberty will set good habits for life. That is why we are proudly offering Teenage Facials which at only £35 are affordable, and offer teens up to 21 years of age the chance to find out about their skin and how they should be looking after it.
- Cut out the sugar, caffeine and alcohol.
Everyone knows it, but not everyone does it! What goes in must come out so if your putting rubbish into your body, it will show. Everything in moderation, the odd glass of wine won't hurt (in fact red wine can do some good) but not all the time!
20-30 Prevention
- Drink lots of water
As we start to age, the skin will begin to hold less water (that is why a baby's skin is so smooth) so drink up! Internal hydration will keep skin feeling supple and plumped.
- Begin using Vitamin A and Retinol Products
The skin begins to slow its production of collagen down at the age of 25! So as shocking as it sounds its all about making the most of what you got. Vitamin A products help to keep skin healthy and a healthy skin is a younger, firmer looking skin.
- Anti-oxidants
Prevent skin damage from pollution, free radicals and cancer causing environmental stressors with products that contain Anti- oxidants. We love the AVST range combined with C-Boost from Environ, the ultimate in collagen production, free radical fighting vitamin goodness
- Start having facials
If you have been following a good skincare routine throughout your life, then facials should be an important booster. Whilst daily homecare products are essential, regular facials can help keep you on track as your skin changes. Our favourite in the salon are Active Vitamin Facials from Environ click here for more info.
- Combat hormonal imbalances
For women in particular, their teens and 20's can be a hormonal nightmare which can wreck havoc on the skin! Start to fight back with internal supplements that balance out the levels and can relieve you of those pesky time of the month breakouts! Our favourite is Skin Accumax packed full of vitamin A, Phyto nutrients and other skin balancing ingredients.
30-40 Action
- At this time in your life your skin will really be starting to show its true health. Pigmentation may start to darken, fine lines and wrinkles appear and moisture levels can drop. Consider amping up your skincare routine with the addition of serums and masks to offer you better results. Our favourite mask is Environ Revival Mask branded as the face lift in a bottle its contains a unique mixture of 3 acids which lift and tighten skin for a golden glow!
- Get enough sleep! Stress and lack of sleep are most common at this age, with family and work often taking priority over "Me" time. Nothing helps with dark circles as much as a solid 8 hours a night!
- Introduce Peptides. Peptides are proteins which form the structure of your skin, contribute to collagen production and are incredibly hydrating plumping out fine lines and wrinkles.
40-50+ Maintenance
- This is a very important time as it's all about preserving your skin. Skincare should really be the main focus with the addition of internal supplements for ultimate health. Feeding your skin from the inside will increase the effects of your topical skincare.
- Shake up your facials
New technology offers results without surgery! With the combination of LED red and blue lights, Micro current and Iontophoresis new machines such a CACI are able to work facial muscles to give a toned more uplifted appearance whilst stimulating collagen production. Check out our CACI facials here
