Causesandremediesofsaggingfacialskin docx

Causes and Preventions of Sagging Facial Skin A common problem that is found in both men and women is having droopy and sagging facial skin. The main reason behind sagging facial skin is the decrease in collagen and elastin otherwise known as your skin's supportive connective tissue that makes it look soft, plump and youthful.

However, sagging skin does not only appear when you age. So, what are the other reasons that cause our skin to sag? Let’s take a look at them one by one: ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Research has shown that gravity, sun exposure and pollution are among the primary contributors in aging skin. Toxins present in the environment also cause a drastic effect on our skin.

Prevention: Besides from gravity, other environmental contributors are avoidable that can delay signs of sagging skin and premature aging.  Avoid direct sun exposure and sun bathing especially during times where the rays

are the strongest - 10am to 3pm.  Protect your skin by applying sunscreen with at least SPF 30  Wear protective garments such as hats with brim

GENETIC FACTORS The structure of our genes has a lot to do as to how and when our skin will sag. If the skin of your parents or elder members of the family develop early wrinkles or sagging skin, then there is a high chance that it may happen to you also.

Prevention: Although genes are part of our lives, there are a number of ways to minimize and reduce the existing signs of aging while preventing future lines, wrinkles and sagging skin.  Drink plenty of water. A hydrated skin is a healthy and firm skin.  Get an adequate amount of sleep at least 7 hours.  Encourage healthy skin cell turnover. Lift away dead and dry skin by exfoliating at

least twice a week in order to reveal new and younger-looking skin.

LIFESTYLE FACTORS Lifestyle plays an important role in the overall health of our body. It also affects the appearance of the skin.

Prevention:  Be sure to eat antioxidant rich foods. Fresh fruits, green leafy vegetables, nuts and

fish contains ingredients that help in providing smooth and toned texture to our skin.  Avoid eating too much sugar. Research reveals that lifetime of overeating sugar can

make skin look dull and wrinkled.

 Lessen your caffeine intake. Caffeine not only dries out your skin, but it increases

your production of cortisol. Excessive cortisol than necessary accelerates the aging process, thinning your skin.  Exercise regularly. Research shows that doing exercise at least 30 minutes a day does not only benefit your heart but it can also keep your skin healthy and vibrant. This is due to increasing blood flow, exercise helps nourish skin cells and keep them vital.

EMOTIONAL FACTORS Constant emotional states such as anger, stress, depression or fear can also cause sagging of skin. These emotional factors causes poor absorption of nutrients because of constriction and tension that accumulates in the muscles of the face. Furthermore, stress and depression are the major culprits that make us to look older than we actually are.

Prevention:.  Take time to relax. Stress doesn’t help our appearance as well as our health. Give

yourself a breather by giving taking a break or an alone time once in a while.  Have a proper rest. Sleeping at least 7 hours a day or taking leave from work will help to destress your body and mind.  Pamper yourself. Going to a spa for a massage or to an aesthetic clinic for a facial or beauty treatment will not only help your skin to look good but it will also relax your mind.