Everyone wants smooth, soft and beautiful skin, however, in trying to achieve that objective, we do things that have the contrary effect. In this article, we will be discussing some of these mistakes and how to prevent them.
People believe that there is no need to use sunblock when indoors or on cloudy days. However, when indoors and on cloudy days, UV rays encourage premature aging, causing early wrinkles, discoloration, and saggy skin.
How to correct it: Use sunscreen that has a blue light protector, indoors and outdoors. Although you might use sunblock in your makeup, using sunscreen with your moisturizer is very necessary.
Skincare doesn’t change with age
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Even if you’ve been using the same moisturizer for years, the skincare you used in your twenties won’t suit you in your thirties or forties. As you age, your skin becomes thinner, drier, and more sensitive. Skin firmness also begins to decrease.
How to correct it: Understand your skin type and choose products accordingly. As you age, your products should contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid, collagen, and vitamin C.
Using too much powder in your foundation
This may temporarily reduce skin greasiness, but consistently applying too much powder in your foundation can make pores and fine lines appear deeper. This can further dry out the skin and damage the skin barrier.
How to correct it: Recent trends are focusing more on hydration than applying a thick layer of powder. Hydrate your face with water-based serums and gels. Use a sheer base and micro-dusting powder.
Focus is solely on wrinkles
Everyone is scared of fine lines and wrinkles, and as a result, we tend to ignore other problems such as dark spots or hyperpigmentation that could easily make us appear 10 years older than our actual age.
How to correct it: Focus on removing hyperpigmentation first.
Eyes Get Ignored
The first signs of aging are often visible around the eyes. Avoid applying heavy creams under the eyes, as this could lead to itching, allergies, or a reaction.
How to correct it: Use an eye cream that helps eliminate the signs of fine lines and wrinkles. If you wish, go for eye-specific products – products that help get rid of crow’s feet, under-eye puffiness, and/or dark circles.
