How to Prevent the First Signs of Ageing

Put your hand up if your makeup bag is jam packed with makeup products that not only have you looking glam and gorgeous but also help to disguise flaws and hide the first signs of ageing beneath clever BB creams and smoothing primers? Put your best face forward with this selection of age defying solutions designed to nourish and nurture not only your skin but your overall health and well-being, ensuring you’re healthy, vital and gorgeous for years to come. So if you have started to notice that age is creeping up on you then fight back with these five preventative measures, guaranteeing glowing gorgeous skin and a healthy, energised and nourished body.

Make H20 Your New BFF – In order to stay healthy we need to replace the water we lose every day when we breathe, sweat and urinate. The European Food Safety Authority recommends that women should drink about 1.6 litres of fluid per day, which is roughly around eight 200ml glasses. In order for our bodies to function we need water as it makes up about two thirds of the weight of a healthy body. And did you know that the majority of chemical reactions that happen in our cells need water in order to take place? So you get the idea that this is pretty important but it also is vital for hydration not only physically but also to lock moisture into your skin and prevent dry skin which in turn supports wrinkle formation. Bottom line, drink water and plenty of it!

Wear Sunscreen – Nothing ages the skin quicker than skin that is repeatedly subjected to sun damage. UVA and UVB rays are lethal literally, not only on hot sunny days but also on those days where the clouds hang low over Dublin and beyond. There is a price to pay for not protecting yourself with a sunscreen, not only can the suns ageing influence promote premature lines, wrinkles and sunspots but also skin cancers such as melanoma which can prove fatal. Arming your skin with an effective sunscreen is not a cosmetic luxury it is a health necessity.

Whole Grains are Good Grains - Ensuring your diet is power packed full of whole grains is an effective way of treating your body and your skin to some good healthy lovin’. Whole grains are a brilliant source of vitamin Bs and fibre, assisting in a healthy digestive system which promotes good health. Featuring anti-ageing superheroes (antioxidants) such as selenium that work to nourish the skin from within and promote an overall sense of well-being and energy.

Cardio – It may not be the most attractive of body traits but sweating is infact an awesome way in which to rid the body of unwanted toxins. Exercise is an integral part of maintaining and supporting your future health and well-being. Raising the heart rate through regular exercise including cardio workouts, pumps the blood around the body, plumping and nourishing the skin from within. A cardio workout (check with your GP if you have any health concerns before engaging in cardio) will encourage a healthier more alert and more motivated you – and your skin will look amazing!

Anti-Ageing Treatments & Products – An industry worth billions of euro, as all women search for the elixir of youth. There are certain ingredients that work to penetrate deep within the skin such as serums and anti-ageing moisturisers that act as a blanket in keeping free radicals and the effects of the sun out. Both the Decleor Aroma Lisse and Decleor Aromessence Mandarine range have been designed specifically for women who are experiencing the first signs of ageing. Regenerative, preventative and beautifying, rid yourself of wrinkle panic and check out the full  Decleor Aroma Lisse collection here. Check out Beautyfeatures.ie Anti-Ageing Awards for further reading.