Accordingly, skin aging includes endogenous skin aging (due to age) and exogenous skin aging due to sunlight.
As its name suggests, photoaging is a consequence caused by sunlight, not the normal aging process, which accounts for 90% of age-related skin problems.
Skin areas that are not protected and exposed to too much UVA and UVB rays can suffer from premature aging, reduced resistance, and even skin cancer. Facial skin has different characteristics than the rest of the body’s skin, such as being thinner and exposed to more sunlight, aging faster and earlier.
According to research published in the JAAD journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the skin on the face, hands, chest and shoulders is the most damaged by the sun. Among them, UV rays are one of the important factors that cause premature aging of the skin. Observe carefully, skin in areas exposed to light will age earlier and faster than areas covered by clothing.
Symptoms include the appearance of wrinkles, brown spots, dilated vessels, reduced elasticity, rough skin, increased skin pigmentation… Sunlight also weakens the immune system, making the skin vulnerable to damage. more inflammation. In some cases, skin lesions caused by sunlight, if not detected early and have timely treatment and prevention measures, can transform into pre-cancerous lesions or skin cancer.
Anti-aging skin: Do’s and don’ts
Human skin has the ability to self-repair damage caused by adverse effects within a certain limit. To slow down the aging process, according to Dr. Nam, it is necessary to proactively prevent:
Avoid direct sunlight exposure during peak sun hours (from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.).
Use sunscreen products properly every day. Sunscreen must have a minimum sun protection index of SPF 15, it is best to choose SPF of 30 or higher. Use sunscreen even on cloudy and overcast days.
Protect your eyes by wearing glasses that filter UVA and UVB rays, long-sleeved clothes, a wide-brimmed hat, and a thick, dark mask when out in the sun.
Do not tan your skin with a bed or phototherapy lamp (for those who like dark skin). The reason is that repeated use of ultraviolet light can still harm the skin, causing premature skin aging. According to recent research from Harvard Medical School, USA, women who use tanning beds at least 4 times a year and under the age of 35 have a 15% higher risk of skin cancer than those who do not use the technique. This.
Stay away from cigarettes, including passive smoking, which means inhaling cigarette smoke exhaled by a smoker, because cigarette smoke has the ability to darken the skin and cause wrinkles to appear prematurely.
You should drink lots of water and eat lots of fruits and vegetables to supplement necessary vitamins. Maintaining regular sports activities is also a way to keep the body youthful and slow aging.
In addition, if you want to take care of your skin, anti-aging or treat aging skin conditions, you need to see a dermatologist for diagnosis and prescription. There is a lot of information on the market about products that help prevent skin aging, but each person’s skin is different. Therefore, you need a doctor to examine you to find the optimal treatment method for each skin condition.