Here are 8 factors causing wrinkles on your skin

People dread wrinkles because we are aware that they cause ridges folds or creases in the epidermis of the skin As we become older the wrinkles develop naturally on our skin due to various reasons It is however perfectly normal to have wrinkles on your skin As we age our skin normally becomes drier thinner and less elastic However it may be concerning if you start to wrinkle before your timeFirst of all lets understand why we get wrinkles its causes and their prevention from the expertsSunlight exposureWrinkles are primarily brought on by the sun UV radiation from sunlight can penetrate the deepest layers of skin and break down collagen which makes the skin less flexible Wear sunscreen that is suited for your skin type whether you are inside or outside whether you are driving or just relaxing by the window Given the previous weather SPF 30 or higher is recommended The suns indirect rays might also lead to wrinkles People who work in the sun are more likely to get early wrinkles Wrinkles may be avoided by donning clothes that covers the skin such as long sleeves or a hatSmoking and alcohol consumptionSmoking often reduces the blood flow to the skin accelerating skin ageing Skin is dried out by alcohol As a result the skin loses strength and flexibility Wrinkles start to develop as the skin begins to sag So for the sake of your skin give up drinking and smokingSquintingSquinting and particularly active facial movements like furrowing your brows and frowning can also contribute to wrinkles When you squint your face muscles stiffen up Dr Karuna Malhotra Cosmetologist and Aesthetic Physician from Cosmetic Skin Clinic New Delhi said as a result your skin cells become squeezed and lose their suppleness Many individuals have a tendency to squint But you may change this negative behaviour and stop wrinkles from forming by making conscious effortsStress is a key culpritDr Sandeep Babbar Medical Director and Dermatologist from Revyve Skin Hair and Nail Clinic Faridabad explained as we age the body produces less collagen and stress also decreases collagen production and can cause inflammation Collagen loses flexibility and rigidity as it ages making it less effective at promoting skin regeneration and wound healing Both a loss of flexibility and persistent brow furrowing brought on by stress can cause wrinkles Stress can also cause wrinkles to emerge because high amounts of the stress hormone cortisol can break down the collagen and elastin in the skinDry skinIf you have dry skin you are more likely to have wrinkles People with dry skin produce less sebum the skins natural moisturiser which acts as a barrier to shield your skin from the whims of the climate Regularly moisturise at least twice a day to prevent wrinkles because doing so prevents dryness which reduces the likelihood that wrinkles will appearLack of sleepLack of sleep makes skin healing more difficult The skins ability to retain moisture is compromised as well as the pH level All of this causes insufficient collagen formation which speeds up the development of wrinklesExcessive cosmetic useYour skin can benefit from cosmetics but overusing them could have the opposite effect said Dr Karuna Malhotra They could cause rashes edoema clogged pores and other unfavourable outcomes All of them can delay the onset of wrinkles by reducing the production of collagen and sebumFood deficienciesOn the other hand dietary deficiencies wreak havoc on your skin causing breakouts rashes dry skin wrinkles before their time etc If you dont get enough vitamins your skin may start to show it by becoming dry pigmented dull or overly oily Your face and body show the effects of the food you eat Include vitamin C D B E and K in your diet these nutrients are crucial for maintaining healthy skinPeople may go for a variety of treatments to get rid of wrinkles Making lifestyle adjustments like moisturising using sunscreen eating a good diet being less stressed out exercising regularly giving up smoking and drinking less alcohol can help you delay or prevent wrinkles For deeper wrinkles a person can also require procedures like microdermabrasion botox fillers chemical peels facelifts etc said Dr Sandeep BabbarAlso Read An expert guide to reverse grey hair with natural remediesThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever