Aging is natural and as we get older, our bodies undergo changes, just as our hair may turn gray or white, our skin also begins to show differences in how it feels – its Color and how it looks, but our daily habits and lifestyle choices can change rapidly. These changes make the effects of aging noticeable sooner than we expect. As we lose elastic tissue, known as elastin, we may first notice fine lines and if we don’t take care of them, these fine lines can turn into deep wrinkles over time.
What we see on the surface is just part of the story – underneath, there is a steady degradation of structures that eventually become visible on our skin. Although we can’t stop aging, we do have the option to slow it down or reverse some of the signs that come with it.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Mounika Ketha, founder and chief dermatologist of Arna Dermatology and Aesthetics in Hyderabad, explains how to reverse the damage –
To identify what is best suited for you for your age and skin type, try not to use every product you come across and most importantly, plan your skin care routine more efficiently. Keep it minimal and basic to follow.
