Avoiding wrinkles is every woman's secret mission. We buy the top oils, serums and facial treatments to make sure we keep our youthful glow. But there could be some ways that we could be countering those anti-aging remedies everyday. There are daily habits and routines that could be causing us premature wrinkles without even knowing it! Find out what they are so you could cut the bad habits.
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Your sleep position
Sleeping on your side or your stomach may feel great, but think about how your face hits the pillow. Most of the time the skin is stretched or pushed down, which in the long-run could cause more wrinkles and sagging of the tissues.
Putting hands on face
Think about how many times you touch your face in a day! Resting your hand on your face tends to pull the skin and messes with the elasticity.
Applying eyeshadow
Makeup lovers, watch out! Be gentle when applying eyeshadow since the tissue around the eyes are very sensitive. When blending colors, avoid putting too much pressure on the brush. The same goes for foundation and concealers.
Not removing your makeup
We've all been so tired at night that you're tempted to just sleep with your makeup on. Don't do it! The chemicals in makeup and pollutants from the outside help to break down the collagen in your skin. Make sure to go to bed with a clean and moisturized face every night.
Chewing gum
Believe it or not, chewing lots of gum can loosen the muslces in your cheeks and break down the collagen. Now you know! Carry a mint or mouthwash.
Eating too much sugar
When too much sugar enters your body cells, fats and proteins start to pack on in a process called glycation. The extra glucose makes the cells function abnormally, which causes aging in the skin. Be mindful of how much sugar you consume and go for natural sweetners like honey instead.
Ditching sunscreen
The sun is the number one cause of premature aging in the skin. Make sure to avoid sunburns if you want your skin free from wrinkles and dark spots. A recent study conducted by the Cancer Foundation, found that wearing sunscreen significantly reduces the development of facial wrinkles.
Drinking too much
We all love our vino here and there, but drinking excessively dehydrates your skin. The lack of moisture helps wrinkles to develop easier on the face. Remember drinking water will do more good for wrinkles than wine.
