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It’s never too early to fight wrinkles and defy gravity.
Knowledge drop: In your 20s, your skin cell turnover decreases.
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(Cell turnover is a key component in keeping your skin youthful.)
You know what else slows down?
“If its bad for you, its bad for your skin,” says dermatologistMichael Somenek.
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“Cigarette smoking reduces blood flow to the skin and causes premature wrinkling and a dull skin texture.
Making the repeated pursed motion to inhale can also cause smokers lines.
Also, adopting ananti-aging routine in your 20sis key.
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After all, the best offense is a good defense.
We spoke to Somenek as well as aestheticianJoshua Rossand dermatologistAudrey Kuninto find out more.
Keep reading forthe best anti-aging products for your 20s, according to skincare professionals.
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Stay ahead of it with a good-quality zinc-based sunscreen worn daily.”
Bonus: It’s clean and fine to use under makeup.
For those times, this bareMinerals moisturizer is great to have on hand.
“It’s a powerful antioxidant that will neutralize free radicals and brighten the skin.”
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Peptides
Using peptides on your skin has many benefits, says Somenek.
“Theskin barrieris what defends the body against pollution, UV rays, bacteria, and toxins.
It can be damaged by several everyday factors.
Using topical peptides aids in building a stronger barrier,” he says.
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“Peptides comprise elastic fibers, which are a throw in of protein.
These fibers help to make skin appear taut and firm.
Peptides can also help repair damaged skin, relieve inflammation, and even out skin tone.
Some peptides can kill acne-causing bacteria that is common in 20-somethings.”
“Peptidesare an excellent entry point for supporting collagen,” she says.
She recommends looking for face and eye treatments that contain these collagen-boosting powerhouses.
Botanicals plus peptides are meant to help reduce dark circles and boost collagen, respectively.
At-Home Peel Pads
Remember that skin cell turnover fiasco we talked about earlier?
One way to help support it is by exfoliating.
“Exfoliation is important to help keep skin fresh and luminous,” Kunin says.
She recommends using at-home peel pads as an easy and effective way to exfoliate.
“The goal in your 20s is to fight the slowing pace of cell turnover.
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It is wise to use products that gently exfoliate, yet still remove oil and other impurities.
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You should onlyexfoliatetwo to three times a week, according to Somenek.
It also contains vitamin C via Kakadu plum extract for added brightening and antioxidant protection.
Key Ingredients
Kakadu plum extract is sourced from the Kakadu plum, a fruit grown in northern Australia.
They’re easy to use and contain a blend of anti-aging exfoliating acids.
“I recommend an emollient night cream added into your evening skincare regimen.”
It combines the moisturizing powers ofceramidesand hyaluronic acid.
The goal is to moisturize, yet remove excess oil,” says Somenek.
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