Wrinkles and fine lines form naturally as we grow older, but did you know it’s possible for skin to look older in just one day?
Wrinkles and fine lines form naturally as we grow older, but did you know it’s possible for skin to look older in just one day?
1pm:
It’s lunchtime and the sun is at its hottest! Don’t forget to re-apply a thin layer of sunscreen (make sure it has high SPF) before heading out.
3 pm:
Notice your skin is starting to look a lot oilier? Blame it on the humidity, or it could even be that spicy laksa you had for lunch. Skip spices, greasy foods and alcohol – they dilate the blood vessels and will cause you to sweat – and reach for colourful vegetables such as carrots and spinach which are high in vitamin A. This can actually help to slow down oil production.
5 pm:
Our skin is exposed to pollutants on a daily basis. Everyday gadgets like the computer emit very low levels of radiation, and if you often frown or squint while concentrating on a task, wrinkles and lines could gradually begin to form over the long term. Keep a mist with you at your desk so you can freshen up before leaving.
7 pm:
After cleansing your face, apply the Avène PhysioLift Night Smoothing Regerating Night Balm, $89.90 (30 ml), to eliminate any signs of fatigue. This calming balm is detoxifying and helps to smooth over the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Besides helping to firm the skin, the soothing texture and pleasant fragrance will help you to unwind.
7.30 pm:
For a targeted focus with just one click, the Avène PhysioLift Precision Wrinkle Filler, $129.90 (15 ml), combats deep wrinkles with a powerful trio of actives to replenish skin’s collagen I and IV fibres, hyaluronic acid and vitamin A. Likewise, protect your delicate eye area with the Avène PhysioLift Eyes, $69.90 (15 ml). Its unique texture absorbs quickly and helps to diminish puffiness and dark circles.
8 am:
After a good night’s sleep, skin should be well-rested. If you’re fresh-faced in the mornings, that’s probably because your complexion appears smoother, firmer and plumper.
9 am:
Keep skin looking rejuvenated with the Avène PhysioLift Day Smoothing Emulsion, $89.90 (30 ml). Its lighter texture is great for our humid weather and it’s suitable for normal to combination skin. Packed with a collagen replenishing ingredient called Ascofilline and hyaluronic acid, it helps to smooth over the look of any fine lines. It also contains Pre-Tocopheryl, an antioxidant that will boost skin’s luminosity.
11 am:
You’ve probably been sitting in front of the computer for the last two hours. Get up to walk about, drink a glass of water and correct your sitting posture. Doing this helps to improve circulation and also prevent any back, neck or shoulder aches at the end of the day.
