The top layer of skin ages and decreases in thickness. With this thinning of the top layer (called the epidermal layer) the skins cells in the layer are not as adhesive which helps the skin retain less moisture. These cells do not reproduce as easily when we get older which causes the skin not to heal as easily. Wrinkles result as the epidermal layer ages but this is not the only reason. The dermal layer of the skin also needs to be discussed.

The epidermis or top layer of skin becomes less dense with age. This occurs when the epidermal cells lose their ability to bond. This also causes the skin to retain less moisture. Production of these cells also slows down making it harder for the skin to repair itself. One of the many things that happen because of this is wrinkles. The epidermal is not the only layer that affects this though the dermal layer can also age.

There is a thinning that happens in the dermal layer that can cause some problems. The collagen production is severely hampered and the skin has less ability to stretch. This can cause the skin to fold or crinkle. The sebaceous glands become less active therefore not enough sebum is produced causing the skin to dry. Even our sweat glands get less in quantity which can make the skin dryer.

There are plenty of over the counter solutions for wrinkles today. You can buy a cream to help erase them, or one to make the skin more firm, and there is actually creams that say they are for a face lift. Moisturizers are quite effective these days too with all the maximum strength ones out there. Consider applying one of the creams in place of more drastic solutions as performed by medical professionals.

You need to check into the medical procedures available for correcting wrinkles and other skin problems before having them performed on you. The doctors and the medical centers need to be fully certified to perform such procedures. One procedure that is available is glycolic acid peels. Another one is botulinum toxin type A injections. Both are known to have high rate of success with this problem.

Free radicals are another cause of the skin aging. Free radicals love carbon monoxide, which increases when you smoke. Also the nicotine can make the blood vessels constrict creating a problem for the skin to get oxygen. So think twice or three times before smoking for the good of you skin and your health.

Being outside especially in warmer weather can be hard on the skin. You need to protect yourself with sunscreen of an SPF of 30 or higher. Liberally apply sunscreen before enjoying the outdoors for sunbathing and other activities. You also need to apply it again during the day like every thirty minutes. Makeup and creams have a certain amount of SPF protection in them today also. You can protect yourself all day long with the products that are on the market these days. On the nutritional side drinking your water everyday will help your skin so much. Since wrinkles can happen because of dry skin then drinking your 6 to 8 eight ounce glasses of water a day can help. This helps from the inside to moisturize your skin. I hope the ideas in this article will help give you very smooth skin.

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