Tricks of Staying Young Forever

Pat, don’t rub, on your anti-aging serums

In general, serums contain a higher concentration of active ingredients than a moisturizer. The best anti-aging ingredients to look out for are vitamin A derivatives known as  (retinol, tretinoin, and tazarotene) and vitamin c (L-ascorbic acid and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). As well as increasing collagen in your skin, they also act as antioxidants to soak up the biological and environmental oxidative stress that builds up to cause aging.

If you’re new to serums, you can try this affordable, vegan, and cruelty-free vitamin c Serum— although the formulation doesn’t allow for a serum-like texture.

THE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED

So, what are the best ingredients to look for if you want to tackle ageing and manage your oily skin at the same time?

AHAs: such as lactic and glycolic acid to help refine the skin.

BHAs: such as salicylic acid to help clean out the pores.

B3 Niacinamide: to help balance excess oil and even skin tone.

Zinc oxide: because consistent, diligent sun protection is a must.

Retinol: to help smooth the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pores.

Hyaluronic acid: for a boost of hydration.

CAN TONERS HELP?

Toners aren’t necessary, however people with oily skin often like the fresh feel of a toner. Dr Hkeik says, “Toners are good for de-greasing the skin and removing any extra cleanser you may have applied whilst removing your makeup but are not essential.”

YOUR CLEANSER MATTERS

If you’re an oily skin type, any cleanser with a gel base is excellent. “Gentle fruit enzymes and salicylic are amazing for cleansing the skin without stripping its NMF (natural moisturising factor),” Dr Hkeik says.

“Cleansers with exfoliating agents can also be beneficial, as they smooth and refine skin texture and pore size while controlling excess oil,” Sam adds.

THE ALTERNATIVES TO HEAVY ANTI-AGEING CREAMS

“The biggest misconception with moisturisers and hydrators is that if we apply them they will stimulate our sebum production. “The most important thing to remember is if we use the appropriate hydrators, whether that’s an emulsion, serum, or cream with the appropriate ingredients – like retinol, AHAs, BHAs,  or B3 – and the correct delivery system, you will avoid contributing to oiliness.”

MOISTURE

• Skin subcutaneously is like a flower garden. It should be watered regularly. The dry the leather wears out faster. So, how should we provide skin and subcutaneous moisture?
• A good moisturizing condition: Ideally, it is useful to make a computerized skin analysis to decide on the product. If you are unstable, then a moisturizer for normal skin may be preferred.
• Adequate water consumption is important: Depending on your daily activity, 2-3 liters of water is important for a healthy skin metabolism.
• Moisture injection: It is an application that provides subcutaneous hydration when you have ‘Volite’ done once or twice a year. When applied in the appropriate dosage, it has a distinct slowing effect on skin aging. The product used, the quantity and the way it is made is the key to success.
• Pure DNA injection (DNA Luminescence): Purified DNA injections provide hydration, nutrition and triggering of collagen production simultaneously. With its three synergistic effects, namely moisturizing, free radical scavenging and bio-stimulant, DNA Glow provides quick and natural replacement of skin losses, provides an ideal support and initiating the regeneration process.

CLEANING

• Regular professional cleaning of the leather removes the particles accumulated on the upper layers and allows the skin to breathe.
• Professional cleaning: Sprayed or vacuum systems are not preferred during the pandemic period. Instead, manual applications, masks and phototherapy come to the fore.
• Superficial chemical peels: Light peeling procedures with neutralized acids, especially fruit acids, are preferred for surface cleaning.
• Nanolazer peeling: Superficial peeling procedures to be performed with the help of laser both clean the upper layer and provide renewal of the skin with the stimulation it provides. This application also increases collagen production.

USEFUL BACTERIA

• We host 10 times more living organisms in our body than our own cells. The beneficial ones of these living organisms are called probiotics. Probiotics are important not only for skin health but also for all our body functions.
• Probiotic supplement: There are over five hundred types of beneficial microorganisms. It is recommended to take the ones that are beneficial for the skin as oral supplements.
• Probiotic cosmetics: The use of probiotic cosmetics is beneficial for a young, bright and vibrant skin appearance. It is possible to find probiotic supported serums and creams belonging to different brands.
• We owe the elasticity, vitality and beauty of the skin and subcutaneous tissue to the quality of our collagen texture. Unfortunately, from the late 20s, our subcutaneous collagen amount begins to decrease. The initiatives to replace this are important.
• Collagen supplement: Taking collagen supplements in cures together with vitamin C and hyaluronic acid makes our skin more vibrant.
• Nanolazer peeling: Superficial peeling processes to be performed with the help of laser both clean the upper layer and provide renewal of the skin with the warning it provides. This application also increases collagen production.
• Pure DNA injection: Purified DNA injections simultaneously provide hydration, nutrition and triggering of collagen production under the skin.
• BBL: Broad spectrum light technology increases the formation of new collagen by providing stimulation without damaging the subcutaneous skin and partially reverses the aging-related degradation on DNA. Therefore, it is known as the only technology in genetic rejuvenation.
• New generation radiofrequency: New generation radiofrequencies are completely different from old technologies. These trigger collagen production without damaging the tissues.
• Collagen induction therapy: (Sculptra, Ellanse, Radiesse) When three different products are injected, it triggers collagen formation at varying rates. These injection materials provide thickening of the skin in the area where they are injected, increase in elasticity and increase in general skin quality.
• PROTEINS, MINERALS and VITAMINS
• The skin has important building blocks for subcutaneous nutrition and healthy structure. Among these, it is necessary to keep in mind vitamins, minerals and proteins.
• Vitamin injections: Subcutaneous injections of vitamins, especially C and B vitamins, seem beneficial in slowing down skin aging.
• Mineral injections: Low amounts of combinations of trace elements such as zinc, copper, selenium are beneficial for the brightness and lightness of the leather.
• Protein injections: The most preferred method of delivering DNA proteins. Of these, purified proteins give more successful results.

As you can imagine, eye contour serums have a lighter and oil-free formula than creams. Eye serums, which generally contain anti-aging ingredients, are more effective for wrinkles, dark circles, swelling and elasticity around the eyes. Focusing on active ingredients rather than moisturizing, serums are designed for specific complaints around the eyes. Although not as intense and moisturizing as a cream, you can opt for serums for their antioxidant, retinol and anti-aging peptide content. If you do not have a dryness problem around your eyes, but you think that problems such as dark circles and wrinkles stand out, then you can go for a lighter formula.

To apply the around-the-eye serum, squeeze a hazelnut-sized drop on your fingertip and gently massage the area around your eyes. Take care to massage out to reduce the outer lines and soften the expression lines. Since the skin is very thin and prone to sagging, you should not be rubbing the eye circumference too severely. If you regularly perform this illuminating eye care process, tissue swelling and dark under-eye rings are reduced.