Medical treatments and advancements of dietary and nutrition specialists have triggered a new awareness amongst consumers is not common place. In a new study released, specialists have now concluded that your Skin needs the same amount of attention that your body needs in terms of nutrients and general care. Just as your body needs certain exercise and diet to maintain its youthful form, so does your skin. Here is a basic breakdown of some steps to guide you as you begin your journey to protect your skin.

1) Keep HydratedAs you age your cells stop regenerating at the rate they did and in the same efficient way. Cells change shape become abnormal. This makes your skin texture appear different & prevents the skin from retaining water. As a result , the skins texture & water-retaining is diminished.2.2 litres (75 fl oz ) a day for women 3 litres (100 fl oz ) for men is the recommended daily intake of water.

2) Sleep Away WrinklesKeep your neck stretched upwards by sleeping on a high density contour foam pillow that conforms to your shape & provides max support. This will help prevent sleep wrinkles forming on your neck and face.

3) STOP SMOKINGSmoking anything changes the skins DNA repair process, leading to breakdown of collagen & elastin fibres resulting in premature wrinkles and fine lines. It also starves the skin of oxygen and essential nutrients plus severely dehydrates it. Again causing premature ageing.

4) PERFECT SLEEPING POSTURESleeping in the foetus position, will create lines, creases, and wrinkles on the side of your face where the skin is thinnest. It is best to sleep on your back if you want to wake up to a crease-free smooth face.

5) BREAK BAD HABITSRepetitive movements ie chewing gum, frowning , sucking as you smoke will develop fine lines. This in time will lead to micro-tears appearing in the skin resulting in collagen damaging inflammation. Most smokers squint which will exaggerate wrinkles around the eyes. Pursing your lips each time you inhale will produce small lines around you mouth which will get bigger each cigarette

.6) SAFE GUARD SENIOR SKINOlder skin is thinner and drier. It needs extra moisturising and protection. Avoid harsh toners, and replenish lost hydration with firming face creams.

7) IS IT WORKINGTry just one wrinkle cream as well as your day and night moisture's to see the results. Its harder to see if they are working using too many at once.

8) NIGHT REPAIR WORKBetween 1am & 3am the skin repairs itself most effectively. So products aimed at eruptions and blemishes will be more effective overnight. Use an acid based night cream after cleansing to exfoliate the outer layers of skin and hydrate deeper layers.

9) BREATH DEEPJust by taking 5 deep breaths whilst applying your night cream will boost oxygen to the skin.

10) SERUM COMES 1ST You only need a few drops of serum, so buy wisely. Its usually applied before moisturiser. As skin ages it produces less sebum so applying serum and moisturiser daily helps. Serums benefit older skin as they help lift and tone. Serums penetrate the epidermis in a deeper way as they have a smaller molecular structure than moisturiser.

11) SOFTEN STRETCHMARKS & WRINKLESStrivectin was originally used to improve the appearance of stretch marks. Although no cream can relax wrinkles away there's some evidence that strivectin may help prevent new lines forming , stretch marks & reduce the deepness of existing wrinkles.

12) C IS FOR COLLAGEN Vitamin C is essential in both creams and diet as it formates collagen. Collagen is the protein that gives the skin its elasticity and strength. As an antioxidant it destroys harmful free radicals in the body caused by pollution, stress and poor diet. These can attack the skin leading to premature ageing.

13) SKIN SAVING ANTIOXIDANT EVit E is one of the most powerful antioxidants which can prevent free radical damage. It is in most creams but you can also eat leafy green veg and olive oil.

14) KINETIN SKINCAREProducts containing the plant growth hormone kinetin (N6 furfuryladenine) improve the appearance of fine lines blemishes blotchiness and wrinkles

15) BE GENTLE WITH SCRUBBING With older skin you need to be more gentle. Products with spherical grains won’t scratch your skin. Always exfoliate on damp skin. 2 minutes gentle rubbing in circular movements will remove dead skin and help fresh new cells.