Everyone yearns for smooth skin, one that is worthy of genuine compliments and face-reddening remarks. But, instead of Rihanna-esque skin, many of us are left with skin that is riddled with acne, spots, eczema, or wrinkles.
Wrinkles are one of those skin conditions that threaten your beautiful appearance, and your health too. If your skin is plagued with wrinkles, or perhaps, your kids or a family member is battling with this condition, what do you do? How do you treat those stubborn wrinkles that have refused to disappear?
Of course, there are numerous ways to go about this. But for effective and timely results, you should consider these things.
- Wear sunscreen
Wrinkles are caused by frequent sun exposure and UV light. Exposure to UV radiation in sunlight causes unpleasant changes in the skin, such as brown spots, red blotches, etc. All of these changes make your skin—which ought to be smooth and attractive—appear older.
Having established the effects of sun exposure and UV light on your skin, what measures should you take to ensure that your skin remains smooth and fresh?
A good measure to tackle this skin condition would be purchasing sunscreen. Purchasing this item is a priority for those who want clear, smooth, and wrinkle-free skin. A sunscreen of SPF 30 and above is effective in protecting your skin from the sun while reducing the appearance of sunspots.
- IPL
If you are looking to leverage therapy in your fight against stubborn wrinkles, then you should consider IPL. Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a light therapy effective in treating skin conditions like unwanted hair, spots, and stubborn wrinkles. IPL leads to collagen growth and helps enhance the skin’s appearance, lowering the development of fine lines and wrinkles.
While IPL remains an effective way to treat wrinkles, there are some minor side effects that come with it. Because of this, you tend to hear some unsatisfied IPL patients make remarks like “IPL ruined my skin” which isn’t really true of this therapy. If used well there should be no reason to worry about any issue with the procedure.
Ensure you contact a skin therapist or licensed provider before using or recommending this procedure to your kids or any of your family members.
- Reduce your sugar intake
Sugar is one substance that is linked with several health conditions such as diabetes, heart diseases, stroke, and obesity. But that is not all. Consuming a diet that contains lots of refined carbohydrates and added sugars can lead to collagen damage, eventually causing sagging and deep wrinkles.
Considering the adverse effects of sugar on your skin and overall health, it makes sense to limit your sugar intake or go for an alternative to reduce the chances of your skin developing wrinkles. If you have kids, consider sugar alternatives like white sugar, honey, stevia, etc.
- Use coconut oil
Coconut oil is an effective natural skincare ingredient that doubles as an emollient. That means when you apply this oil to your skin, it covers the gap in your epidermis and makes your skin feel smooth, soft, and hydrated.
Using some coconut oil on your skin doesn’t just make it smoother, it also provides it with a layer of protection that helps stop water loss. Lastly, those who have dry skin can also rejoice, as coconut oil has been deemed as an effective treatment for such type of skin.
Conclusion
Stubborn skin issues wouldn’t disappear by adopting mild skincare tactics. When certain skin conditions like wrinkles are proving hard to remove, it’s best you crank up your effort by adopting the methods highlighted above.
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