I'm in my early twenties — do I need to start using wrinkle creams and age-defying products?
It's never too early to start caring for your skin! At the onset of puberty (9-11 years old for girls, 13 for boys), skin cell production and turnover begins to slow down. This slowed turnover, combined with active hormones, can cause skincare issues — including acne — for teens.
The teen years are a great time to start a daily regimen of antibacterial cleansing and daily sunscreen use. Ideally, you should begin using quality skincare products before you see signs of wrinkles and aging. For women, depending on their lifestyle (smoking, sun exposure, family history, etc.), that means beginning preventive measures in their late teens to early twenties. A good basic routine should incorporate cleansing, resurfacing, treating, and protecting the skin.
Because the sun is one of the leading contributors to aging, everyone, regardless of age, should practice sun safety each and every day, rain or shine. Use a sunscreen that gives you full-spectrum protection. For the best results, choose one with an SPF of 15 or greater as well as UVA-blocking elements such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, or anything in the avobenzone family.
Celeste Hilling is the Founder and CEO of Skin Authority and host of the nationally syndicated internet radio show "Skin Health TODAY"
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