The United States currently has more "Baby Boomers" (those born between [and including] 1946 and 1964) than ever before because of the "explosion" of births after American soldiers returned home from World War II. When we think of the baby boomer generation, we often think of the 1960s. Specifically, women born between these "boomer" years want to look as good as they can and they want to celebrate the vitality and the self-confidence that their experience has given them. Growing old gracefully and retaining our youthful appearance with as few wrinkles as possible is something that most women in the "Baby Boomer" years strive to accomplish.



Prevent Wrinkles

Preventing wrinkles is obviously the best way to not have wrinkles. However, running around in the sun without sunscreen when we were children, and going to those football and baseball games without sunscreen was really a mistake. Not taking care of our skin when we were younger makes it a little bit harder to reverse the signs of again, but it can be done! If nothing else, you should wear sunscreen, even if you are just driving around in the car. Make sure it has an SPF 8 or higher.

Drink between six and eight glasses of water a day so that you can stay hydrated. Hydrated skin is key for looking younger... it will ensure that your skin is smooth and plump. Once you get used to drinking the recommended daily water intake, you'll feel so much better and will start to notice a transformation taking place with your skin! Along with taking a good multi-vitamin, you should also have a well-balanced diet. When your body gets the proper nutrients, your healthy skin will show from the inside out! You will feel better and look better. Eat foods that are rich in anti-oxidants and are high in Vitamins A, C and E. These vitamins are good for the skin's appearance.

I cannot say this enough.... Use a good moisturizer! Using a good moisturizer will help the skin retain its elasticity, which reduces the amount of wrinkles. Your skin will be soft and smooth, and you'll appear younger! A lot of moisturizers on the market today contain mineral oil. Mineral oil is not necessarily a bad thing, it's just that it's a filler... and it sits on the top layer of the skin and just makes you "look" hydrated. If you want to really hydrate your skin, you need a good mositurizer (without mineral oil or waxes) that has some beneficial ingredients that go deep into the skin's layers and promotes the generation of newer, healthier cells. You should also exercies on a regular basis. Even if it's just walking for 30 minutes a day. Exercise makes you feel better, burn fat, and helps to release toxins that have built up in your body.

If you must be outside (and who wants to stay inside all the time...) please wear a sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher. A good tip is to use a moisturizer with sunscreen included in the formulation. I know it's hard to do, but you must also quit smoking and limit your alcohol. These all have the power to rob your skin of its elasticity and youthfulness. You can also choose to wear protective clothing to avoid the sun and prevent wrinkles. Even in the middle of the winter-- wear sunscreen. The sun is "up there" all year (unless you live in Alaska)!

Age Spot Home Remedies

A natural and easy to use home remedy for age spots is Virgin Coconut Oil, recently discovered as one of the best home remedy skin care treatments. Virgin Coconut Oil contains many antioxidant properties. It also hase the ability to be absorbed into the skin and cell structure. This, in turn, helps to rejuvenate the skin. Virgin Coconut Oil that has not been refined does not break down the same as refined vegetable oils. Did you know that you can substitute virgin coconut oil in foods and further your health and skins appearance?

Extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, peanut oil, or sesame oil contain properties that are healthy for skin including antioxidants that help the skin retain its elasticity. These oils are also very good for your skin because they help to reduce wrinkles, as well as prevent them from forming.

Skin Treatments Over the Counter

Wanting to treat wrinkles at home instead of going to a "spa" or dermatologist? Many products that are "over-the-counter" can be purchased and used to treat wrinkles in the comfort of your own home. Dermatologists recommended that products contain vitamins C & E as well as have anti-oxidants in them. Products that also contain Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) help to remove the dead layers of skin to produce a younger appearance in the skin.

Many night creams contain retinol as well as AHA. Retinol is a form of vitamin A and can be used to reduce acne as well as anti-aging by speeding up the turn over rate of your skin. This also helps to give the skin a younger appearance by reducing fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Retinol is recommended for under eye treatment as well as the fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and corners of the eyes. Kojic Acid is also a good ingredient, because it's a natural lightener and works wonders on dark under-eye circles.

No matter how you choose to reduce your winkles and fine lines it is clear that you have many options... and they don't have to cost a fortune!