Aging Gracefully
Everything seems to change with age – our style, our hair, and especially our skin. With things like our hair and fashion sense, we change them when and how we want. But our skin changes due to genetics and our skincare routine.
Elastin and collagen are proteins that help keep your skin strong and elastic. As we age, production of these proteins slows down. The rate at which it slows down is strictly dependent on our genes. But external skin aging is in our control. Sun exposure and diet play a big role in how our skin appears. There are things you can do to protect your skin, no matter when you start.
Drinking plenty of water and using the right moisturizers can greatly improve the look and feel of your skin. Be sure to always protect your skin from overexposure with SPF 15 sunscreen or higher. Exfoliating once a week will help eliminate those dead skin cells that keep your skin looking dull. For dealing with things such as wrinkles or age spots, contact one of our board-certified physicians to put together a skin regimen that works for you.
If you have any questions about your skincare routine or about changes in your skin, please call us today at 865-690-9467. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified physicians to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.
