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Everyone gets wrinkles at some point or another in their life. This is because the collagen and elastin production decreases as we age. The result is less elastic and loose skin.

Heredity plays an important role in the formation of wrinkles, but environmental factors and your own bad habits may be adding to genetic predisposition. Fortunately, this means that you can actually do something to prevent face wrinkles. You may have a hard time making some adjustments, but it is well worth the effort.

External Habits that Accelerate Aging

Two habits that are enjoyed by millions but that pose a threat to the aging process are smoking and sunbathing. Both habits are known to produce free radicals which eventually destroy healthy tissue.

Smoking is probably the most damaging habit. Not only does it lead to skin wrinkles that can appear anywhere on your body, but it also helps accentuate eye wrinkles due to the toxins present in cigarette smoke. Even worse is knowing that the facial expressions that smokers make also contribute to the formation of crow's feet.

Sunbathing is also responsible for skin wrinkles as well as for age spots and dry, leathery skin. If you want to reduce the harmful effects of the sun, use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. Nevertheless, if for some reason you need to stay in the sun for prolonged periods of time, remember to wear protective gear such as wide brimmed hats and long sleeved tops.

Another habit that accelerates the aging process is the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol dehydrates the body and can actually dry out the tissues in your body and skin. So it is wise that you moderate your alcohol intake and increase your consumption of pure water.

Your Wrinkle Cream

The right (anti aging or) wrinkles cream will help keep your skin protected against natural aging and accelerating factors. If you have dry skin, you may want to start using an anti aging cream in your late 20s.

When in search of products for your skin, makes sure that you look for products that contain one or more of the following ingredients: coenzyme Q-10, hyaluronic acid, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and/or copper peptides.

Coenzyme Q-10 helps promote skin growth and smoothes the skin due to its firming properties. Hyaluronic acid is another ingredient that has been clinically proven to diminish fine lines and wrinkles. As a matter of fact, it has the ability to hold up to 1000 times its weight in water.

Alpha-hydroxy acids, on the other hand, help promote exfoliation, increase skin thickness, stimulate skin repair, and increase collagen production. AHAs such as glycolic acid, tartaric acid, lactic acid, malic acid and citric acid are some of the most commonly found in skin care products. Copper peptides have been proven to help increase the production of collagen and boost the healing process.