There are a lot of internal and external factors that can speed up the aging process of the integumentary system. These factors can contribute to the rapid deterioration of collagen fibers and the relentless decline of elastin production. If you want to maintain young looking skin, you should know how to protect your skin from rapid skin aging.

1. Keep your skin protected from the sun.

UV rays can damage and stress out collagen fibers, skin cells and skin tissues. According to experts, chronic sun exposure can prompt the appearance of up to 80% more wrinkles and fine lines. Age spots can also appear.

However, using sun screen is not enough. You have to make sure that the sun screen product you are using is made up of wide-range ingredients so you can be protected from all kinds of ultraviolet rays. Also remember to use a product with at least SPF 15 when you are indoors. UVA rays can easily penetrate glass windows.

UV rays can also come from lights. Change harsh lighting at home. Choose fluorescent lights that do not emit UV rays.

2. Don’t let air-conditioned rooms or the winter season make your skin dry.

Always keep your dermis properly hydrated. This is the key in preventing collagen damages. If skin tissues and collagen fibers are dry, they get damaged easily. After bathing, pat your skin dry and immediately apply your anti aging moisturizer.

Choose an anti aging moisturizer that contains potent natural ingredients like CynergyTK and Phytessence Wakame. CynergyTK is an ingredient that has been extracted from the wool of sheep. This is a good source of keratin. Keratin is a kind of functional protein that is responsible for collagen production. Phytessence Wakame is a kind of Japanese sea herb that can get rid of the harmful enzymes that break down hyaluronic acid. This acid is needed for the lubrication of collagen fibers.

3. Seek the help of antioxidants.

Thankfully, antioxidants are everywhere. We need them to fight the bad effects of harmful free radicals. Free radicals tend to damage skin cells. This causes the fast decline of essential dermis functions.

Antioxidants can be taken in supplement form. You can take Vitamin E, C and A supplements. Also try taking grape seed extract. It contains antioxidants that work better than the vitamins mentioned above.

4. Know the expiration date of your cosmetic and bath products.

Contamination can easily happen because of expired cosmetic and bath products. Do not keep your cosmetic products in a stuffy cabinet as this can speed up their deterioration.