Skin's Evil Enemies

Everywhere you turn you are seeing articles of products touted to be good for your skin. However, we rarely hear what caused our skin to become "challenged" and in need of everyones' skin products to begin with. If your skin is young you can prevent premature age lines and blemishes by avoiding the known "enemies" of your skin

If your skin already has a few "challenges" or is affected adversely by genetics, knowingly avoiding these "enemies" of the skin can possibly aid you in correcting and balancing your skin.

The Four Evil Enemies Of Your Skin:

MEDICATIONS

Drugs and medications may have an adverse effect on the skin. Many medications impact the skin in a variety of ways. Discuss the potential side effects with your doctor and adjust your skin care program accordingly

ALCOHOL

Another subject under study shows that there is probably a link between alcohol consumption and aging. Alcoholics show signs of increased aging, but study results seem to indicate that it is more a matter of how your body processes alcohol rather than if you drink or not. Alcohol can leave toxic by-products in the tissues that can speed up aging. It can also weaken capillary walls and cause blotchiness. In addition, alcohol draws water out of the tissues and leaves the skin dull and dehydrated. However, moderate intake is perfectly okay and may even be beneficial.

DEHYDRATION

The skin ages due to the deterioration of the elastic tissues (composed of elastin and collagen). In most cases, the skin becomes dry/dehydrated, age spots occur and some people notice small broken capillaries. Premature aging can be prevented to some extent by a daily skin care program, and well balanced diet and avoiding things that are known to speed the aging process. One of the best preventative measures you can take is to drink 8 eight ounce glasses of pure water a day - STAY HYDRATED FOR HEALTHY SKIN

LACK OF EXERCISE

Exercise improves blood circulation and improves the tone of the skin, resulting in a healthy glow. It also improves the skin's elasticity, strength and firmness