Age is not the only reason that causes wrinkles; there are a wide variety of other reasons as well. Pollutants in the air, excess exposure to the harmful rays of the sun- all these cause wrinkles quite prematurely. In order to delay the appearance of wrinkles, you must not only try on various creams and lotions, but try and change your lifestyle into a healthy one!

No one really bothers about wrinkle formation, until it is too late. And then one can only try to hide them by applying layers of make up. The truth is that you must address this issue long before they have appeared on your face. The reason why wrinkles appear is that in old age the skin cells do not multiply as they are wont to during our youth. This also results in the atrophy of the fat cells that lie beneath our inner skin or dermis. Soon enough, the layer of elastin lying underneath loosens up, leading to an inevitable loss of elasticity. Your skin sags, forms lines and loses its ability to hold moisture. You will notice that as you grow old, your skin becomes dry and rough- this is also because the sweat and oil secreting glands also cease to function, no longer able to provide moisture for your skin. In a nutshell, you must have realized that old age spells disaster for your skin!

What appears first are those fine lines around one’s mouth, eyebrows (called ‘frown lines’) and eyes (commonly called ‘crow’s feet’). These lines are obviously a result of the excessive use of facial muscles. Our expressions maximize the potential of these muscles and soon enough the skin forms characteristic lines defining our smiles and scowls. As skin loses its ability to retain moisture and its elasticity, it is no longer able to spring back to its initial position after having been pressed. This situation is made worse by the force of gravity which tends to pull one’s skin downward, leading to a permanent sagging of eyelids at times!

Apart from age, there are various other factors that could lead to premature wrinkle formation. If you are a smoker, it would eventually show up on your skin. The skin around your mouth will lose its ability to give rise to new cells. One must always drink lots of fluid, be it juice or water to ensure that his/her skin is always nourished and pampered. Moreover, fat cells shrink and disappear with age, thus, the skin no longer remains stretched and tight.

Finally, protect your skin from the sun as far as possible. The UVA and UVB rays of the sun could cause skin cancer in those who are not adequately protected. Apply a sunscreen when you step out of the house and keep a wide brimmed straw hat at hand. Wear thin and loose garments, but ensure that they afford maximum coverage. Not only will they keep you dry, but also protect your skin from being damaged by direct sunlight. Lastly, do not fret about your wrinkles much- they add to the charm of old age!

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Collaboration research carried out by the teams of Jordi Surrallés, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB); Juan Carlos Izpisúa-Belmonte and Angel Raya, Centre for Regenerative Medicine of Barcelona (CMRB); and Juan Antonio Bueren, Centre for Energetic, Environmental and Technological Research (CIEMAT), has resulted in the generation of blood cells from skin cells of patients with a genetic disease known as Fanconi anemia. The process is based on gene therapy and cell reprogramming techniques in which cells similar to embryonic stem cells known as induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells can be generated. The research article was published in this week’s digital version of Nature.

The research demonstrates that, for the first time, in the case of a genetic disease such as Fanconi anemia it is possible to correct the genetic defect in patient-specific skin cells by converting them into cells similar to embryonic stem cells (iPS cells) which later can be differentiated towards blood cells.

These results are the proof of concept that this new therapeutic strategy has the potential of generating tissues using the very skin of those affected with these genetic diseases. This observation is particularly important in diseases such as Fanconi anemia, where one of the main problems lies in the lack of blood cell in the bone marrow of those affected. However, according to researchers, this new therapeutic strategy can be applied to many other genetic diseases by differentiating iPS cells towards healthy tissues these patients lack.

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The Cost of Investment in Natural Organic Skin Care

In this coveted material Squidoo glorifies the skin care industry as the go through select reviews to determine which products its readers should be using. A natural skin care line has many benefits in the world of human cell care which long outlast the costs. . Users of organic natural skin care can honestly say that their money has been put to good use as the effects of their investment are always visible. It is known by the immediate public that organic natural skin care products put to use specialized protein which aid the generation of collagen in human body systems. However the motive to resist buying these products is simple- It simply does not fit into the sensible budget that so often is disproportional to relevant priorities. The employment of an organic anti aging cream or a natural skin care line is more than an attempt to preserve youthfulness, it is an investment in skin health which more consumers should take seriously. The point being that more anti aging skin care product users should take a serious reconsideration of how their money is invested, and if the extra expense of a few dollars is worth the genuine process of keeping skin cells alive.

LycoRed Ltd. conducted a small pilot study to examine the effect of its oral lycopene formulation, Lyc-O-Mato, to protect the skin from sunburn. The study included 10 adult men and women, half of whom consumed 85mg of Lyc-O-Mato 6 percent capsules twice daily, and the other half, a placebo twice daily. At the end of 10 weeks, the subjects were exposed to two minimal erythemal doses of UV radiation from a solar simulator. Their skin cells were biopsied and assessed 24 hours later.

According to Zohar Nir, Ph.D., Weizmann Institute of Science in Rohovot, Israel, and vice president of new product development for LycoRed, those participants receiving the Lyc-O-Mato supplement experienced a sunburn cell count six times lower than that of the placebo group. There was also evidence of reduced depletion of Langerhans cells in the Lyc-O-Mato group, which, Dr. Nir says is important because “depletion of Langerhans cells negatively affects the important immune function of the skin.” The mechanism behind Lyc-O-Mato, which contains 5 mg of pure lycopene, along with a combination of such tomato-derived phytonutrients as phytoene, phytofluene, beta-carotene, tocopherols and phytosterols, is simple, says Dr. Nir. “The interaction of radiation with the skin creates reactive oxygen species (ROS), and lycopene is the most effective quencher of the ROS free radicals responsible for oxidative stress and hence, damage of the skin.”

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While you can use under eye wrinkle creams any crazy way you want, it’s usually best to follow prescribed practices to ensure ideal results.  If you are a first time user, expect some initial difficulty.  Rest assured, it will get way easier, though.

Under eye wrinkle creams will rehydratre dry skin cells by pulling the moisture directly to the areas of your eyes that require it.  It’s a great product to include in your daily regimen, right before applying your facial moisturizer.

A lot of people avoid under eye wrinkle creams because of their propensity to get in the eyes.  If that happens to you, it usually means that you’re applying the product closer than you should be doing.  Whatever you’re doing, stop right it now and follow this recommended application instead:

1. Take a small amount of the under eye wrinkle cream and place it on your ring finger
2. Rub your two ring fingers to spread it equally as well as warm it a bit.  A warmer cream promotes deeper penetration.
3. Dot the product around the outer edge of your eye, along the ocular bone.
4. Rub the outer corners vertically, with a gentle massaging movement.
5. Sweep the fingers under the eye, in an arching left to right movement three to four times.
6. If your eyes are drier than most, you may also need to sweep it around the entire eye socket.