Skin naturally loses its elasticity as you get older, which leads to wrinkles, dark circles, and age spots. Proactively taking care of your skin by knowing what to do—and what not to do—will do wonders in retaining that youthful glow. Even if you are planning to get fillers to supplement your efforts, following the skin care guide below will be essential to maintaining results.

Do:

Use primer.

Your makeup can help smooth over those parts of your skin you don’t like while highlighting your best features. If you aren’t using primer, however, it will work against you. The makeup will cake and create lines or exaggerate the fine lines on your face. Primer will keep everything in place all day with no rough surfaces.

Exercise.

Regular exercise fights the effects of aging in many ways, both internally and externally, and your skin is no exception. Physical exercise promotes healthy blood flow to your skin, which delivers nutrients to those cells. Remember to drink plenty of water to replenish your body’s supply.

Don’t:

Forget sunscreen.

The sun is one of the biggest problems behind skin damage. Choose a makeup or moisturizer with SPF. SPF 15 is sufficient for everyday use, but if you think you’ll be outdoors for an hour or more at a time, then look for 30 or higher. Always use your SPF, even if it’s a cloudy day; UV rays will still affect your skin when you can’t feel or see the sun.

Stick to moisturizer.

While moisturizer keeps your skin hydrated and is an essential part of a skin care routine, you should be doing more than this. Choose additional products based on your needs. For example, a lifting serum is necessary for lines around your eyes or mouth, while an eye cream will combat undereye circles.

Working with a professional aesthetician is the best way to maintain youthful skin for years to come. Arya Medical Spa brings the best of medical clinics and day spas together for your best care in St. Clair County, IL. They’ll conduct a skin care analysis with Visia® facial analysis to find the best routine for your needs. Their services use the latest technology for facials, Botox®, chemical peels, and more. Contact them online or at (618) 624-7300 to schedule your consultation.