Lifestyle Habits That Slow Skin Aging ─ [Press Coverage of Dr. Baek In-soo of Gannet Plastic Surgery]

Various efforts to look youthful

In particular, the demand for

various cosmetic procedures and surgeries is also increasing.

Skin care to slow aging also

becomes an important factor in looking youthful.

Today, through the press coverage of

Dr. Baek In-soo of Gannet Plastic Surgery,

please learn about “lifestyle habits that slow skin aging” :)

As we get older, aging is inevitable, but even people of the same age can look a little younger or older. In modern society, where it feels good to hear things like, “You look younger than your age” or “You look youthful,” we are going to look at lifestyle habits that can slow skin aging.

The first major cause of skin aging is ultraviolet rays. When the skin is exposed to ultraviolet rays, skin aging is accelerated, and the risk of pigment-related conditions such as melasma and age spots also increases. In particular, spring is a time when outdoor activities increase, and unlike in previous years, people are no longer wearing masks, so the face is inevitably exposed directly to more ultraviolet rays. To protect the skin from the ultraviolet rays of the harsh spring sun, it is good to make it a habit to use sunscreen or wear sunglasses even in everyday life.

The second is to maintain healthy sleep habits. Going to bed at a regular time and getting enough sleep helps prevent skin aging. In particular, skin regeneration occurs during the late-night hours after 10 p.m., so it is better not to go to bed too late. Sleeping posture is also important: if you sleep on one side, the skin on your face is pressed against the pillow, causing unnecessary wrinkles in addition to the wrinkles that naturally form. Also, if you spend a long time sleeping on your stomach, skin sagging occurs more than when sleeping on your back.

The third is to maintain healthy eating habits. A habit of eating salty foods takes moisture away from the skin and accelerates aging. Overeating or binge eating also causes blood sugar to rise sharply, increasing free radicals during the body's metabolic process and promoting skin aging. In addition, excessive dieting leads to a lack of nutrients needed for skin regeneration, reducing the skin's normal recovery ability. Drinking enough water, avoiding instant foods high in sugar or fat, and consuming a balanced range of nutrients all help prevent skin aging.

Lastly, avoid excessive drinking and smoking. If you look in the mirror the day after drinking too much, your skin may feel dull because alcohol has caused dehydration. When alcohol enters the body, the body uses water to break it down, so excessive drinking can leave the skin without enough moisture. In addition, cigarettes constrict blood vessels, blocking the supply of oxygen and nutrients needed for skin regeneration, and the toxic substances in cigarette smoke dry out the skin and shrink skin cells, leading to aging.

Source: Gangnam Seocho Naeil Newspaper, Issue No. 1006