It will happen whether you wish it to or not. We all age. How we age is highly individual, and is affected by a number of factors.
Intrinsic factors such as collagen formation and genetics are those internal factors that contribute to the inherent degenerative process that aging skin undergoes.
Extrinsic factors are those that may be modified and include, but are not limited to ultra-violet radiation or sun damage, cigarette smoking, air pollution, and stress, among others. These factors are grouped also as epigenetic factors.
There are measures we may take to help coax our decision-making cells to keep calm and carry on. I refer to these as the "Notorious Nine."
1) Smoking: enough said.
2) Drinking too much alcohol.
3) Not drinking enough water
4) Prolonged sun exposure: sun damage.
5) Stress
6) Inadequate sleep
7) Improper skin care
8) Eating too much sugar
9) Toxic environment: pollution and negative energy.
What can you do to eliminate or reduce these factors in your life-- and your most beautiful life?