12 Ways of Preventing Wrinkles

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the sun is the major cause of wrinkles (www.aad.org). Protecting the skin from the sun and other ways to help prevent wrinkles are below:

12 WAYS TO HELP PREVENT WRINKLES

1. Drink Water: 6-8 glasses per day to keep the skin hydrated.

2. Wear Sunscreen: SPF 15 or higher

3. Wear Protective Clothing: wide brimmed hats and sunglasses when in the sun.

4. Don’t sunbathe.

5. Avoid sun exposure between 10am and 3pm.

6. Moisturize Regularly.

7. Exercise Regularly.

8. Eat Healthy, especially foods high in anti-oxidants.

9. Take Vitamins: multi-vitamins, especially vitamins A, C and E.

10. Limit Alcohol intake.

11. Avoid Smoking.

12. Get plenty of sleep.