It's no secret that as you age, your skin starts to show the signs first. This is because many of your hormone levels will drop, causing lower estrogen and collagen levels which affect your healthy, supple skin. This results in thinning, sagging and, unfortunately, wrinkles, as explained by WebMD.

However, the earlier you start looking after your skin, the longer it'll sustain its elasticity. If you don't have a skin care plan in place during your retirement living, then it's heartily recommended that you start one now.

Not only will it maintain your good looks, it could also help to prevent health conditions such as skin cancer.

You won't get your younger skin back but you can slow the rate at which it ages.You won't get your younger skin back but you can slow the rate at which it ages.

Stay safe in the sun

Getting a daily dose of vitamin D is crucial for healthy living and has been proven to decrease the rate of cognitive decline. However, make sure your skin doesn't suffer the effects of harmful rays that could occur if you expose your skin to the sun unprotected.

It's already been discussed how you can look after your skin in the sun to avoid melanomas or cancers, but you should know that excessive sun damage also leads to aged skin. After your golden years, your skin will offer less natural protection than that of younger people. This means you'll have to be more vigilant about slapping on that sunscreen, despite the weather, as harmful UV rays can still penetrate through cloudy skies.

Of course, lotion to your skin also provides an extra layer of moisture, as well as protects from the sun's drying properties.

Moisture morning and night

This applies to both men and women. Moisturising your skin will prove to be beneficial for many years to come, especially when your face doesn't reveal your age as you retire gracefully.

There is no shame in wanting to look better for longer. The American Academy of Dermatology suggests that you implement a healthy skin care plan, no matter your age. It states that regular skin care habits will benefit your complexion, retain your skin's firmness, lessen the appearance of wrinkles and also reduce your skin cancer risk.

There are a plethora of affordable moisturising products out there to suit your specific skin type. In the morning, try a lighter lotion, which will help to freshen you for the day. At night, use a thicker, creamier emollient to provide your skin with some healthy moisture as you rest.

Of course, nothing beats the most important source of moisture, which is water. There is no substitute to consuming an adequate amount, so make sure you also maintain good hydration habits for healthier skin.

Give your skin the moisture it needs by implementing a skin care plan daily.Give your skin the moisture it needs by implementing a skin care plan daily.
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