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Gina Akers, a skin expert, make-up artist and adviser at Hada Labo Tokyo, shared her best and most effective tips to youth-proof the skin in 2023. She explained: “Our skin is made up of three main layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous layer. All the tissues of our skin are made up of many types of cells, which all need water to function properly.”
Therefore, according to the expert, the number one tip for healthy skin is hydration, as well as a good daily beauty routine.
“Whilst staying hydrated is of course important for skin health, maintaining a good skincare routine as we age is vital to help keep our skin as healthy and youthful as possible,” she said.
Use hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is a natural liquid found in the body that acts as a lubricant, and when applied to the skin “can help to reduce wrinkles, increase hydration, improve firmness and elasticity and it can even help to manage eczema,” Gina explained.
Hyaluronic acid works by locking in water to keep the skin, connective tissues and eyes hydrated and lubricated.
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Give yourself a massage
The skin expert recommended DIY facial massages as they can help work 40 muscles in the face and by doing so, they “lift, tighten and tone” the skin.
She explained how: “Busy, stressful lives, as well as hours spent every day on screens, can cause our complexion to become a little lacklustre. Massage your index and middle fingers around your face slowly, for two to three minutes.”
Get into a regime
Gina advised all women to follow a cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate and moisturise routine every morning and evening, “with the evening being of particular importance”.
Cleansing removes dirt, grime, bacteria and make-up, and it is key to give a massage for a minute or two before removing.
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Exfoliating is essential to remove dead skin cells and regular exfoliation can leave the skin “looking brighter, enhance the absorption of skincare products and help prevent clogged pores”.
Dead skin cells can sometimes result in dry patches, dull-looking skin and clogged pores, which makes people look older.
Finally, hydrating and moisturising help to prevent skin from drying out, and helps it to stay “healthy, plump, and youthful,” Gina said, “protecting it from all sorts of harmful elements, including harsh weather, irritants, toxins and pathogens”.
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Wear SPF
The sun’s rays are one of the biggest causes of skin ageing, even during the winter months, but luckily, using sunscreen daily helps stop UV rays from “damaging and ageing your skin”.
Wearing SPF also reduces the risk of skin cancer and prevents premature skin ageing such as wrinkles and age spots.
Eat the rainbow
The skincare expert explained that the foods women eat play a huge role in the health of the skin and it is essential to consume foods rich in antioxidants.
These include nuts, seeds, berries and leafy green vegetables, but Omega 3 fatty acids are also great for skin health, such as salmon, sardines, herring and mackerel.
Gina shared one rule to ensure your diet is skincare friendly: “Generally, whole foods, colourful diet is great for the skin. Plus, ensuring you eat plenty of protein is important too, as protein is one of the building blocks of skin.”
Sleep your way to good skin
The expert said the skin rejuvenates when people sleep, and restful sleep “allows our entire body to repair and our mind to recover, process the day, and prepare for the next”.
She advised practising a solid bedtime routine by winding down, drinking a warm herbal drink, having a warm bath or shower and settling into a good book.
The Mayo Clinic explained that adults need seven or more hours a night and “getting less than seven hours of sleep a night on a regular basis has been linked with poor health, including weight gain”.
