Premature aging is a battle that most women dread, however, what you need to keep in mind is that aging can be controlled with a combination of factors. Changing bad habits and the right skin products can help boost your chances of deterring the aging process.

Without a doubt there are several habits that can be avoided to help improve the appearance of your skin. For example smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and UV exposure can all lead to premature aging and accentuate the signs of aging. However, the one thing we are all faced to deal with is solar exposure.

Too much Sun can Sabotage your Facial Skin Rejuvenation Efforts

Not everyone smokes or drinks, but everyone goes out into the sun. UV radiation produces a large part of the problems that appear during the aging process. First of all, UV exposure will lead to the production of free radicals that can later lead to the destruction of cells and tissue.

If you're reading this and thinking that the sun isn't damaging your skin, then let me tell you that sun damage is cumulative which means that you may not notice its effects now, but you will in a couple of years. However, by the time you are in your thirties and forties, you will begin to notice age spots and wrinkles especially in the areas exposed to the sun.

The best way to protect your skin is to use a sunscreen or sun block. You'll need to reapply frequently to maintain a high level of solar protection. Here are some general guidelines to know how often to reapply sun block:

First, you need to find out how long it takes for your skin to turn red without any sun protection. Don't go overboard and wait till your skin feels a burning sensation, there is no need for it. Second, multiply the time (in minutes) it takes for your skin to get red by the SPF factor on the bottle.

For example, if you have a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 and it takes your skin 1 min to redden, then you should reapply the product every 30 minutes to maintain a constant level of protection. Also keep in mind that you should always apply your sun protection 20-30 minutes before you go outside.

Natural Skin Rejuvenation Treatment Products

Don't think that just by using sunscreen you'll never have to worry about skin care again. The fact is that you'll actually need some extra help from the right natural skin rejuvenation products. In this case, you should look for the following ingredients.

Products containing Retinol, Tretinoin or Retinyl Palmitate -will help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It can also help even out your skin tone, however, if you have sensitive skin you should prefer products that contain Retinyl Palmitate because it is the gentlest form of Vitamin A.

Vitamin C , when in the form of Ascorbic Acid, can offer the same benefits of Vitamin A plus boosting the production of collagen. Moreover, this vitamin is a power antioxidant that is a welcomed addition to any anti aging skin care product.

AHAs (Alpha-hydroxy Acids) - AHAs are thought to be natural exfoliators that reduce all the signs of aging and tighten the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid - This ingredient can help moisturize the skin and make it look plumper.