Skin of your hands is probably the one that is subject to maximum wear and tear owing to exposure to sun, high temperature and detergent chemicals. This combined with the fact that after the age of thirty, skin cell production and its repairing ability is reduced by 10%, results in aging signs appearing on the dorsum of the hand. Loss of elastin and collagen fibers manifests itself in wrinkling with prominent knuckles and veins.
Six quick tips to keep your hands silky, smooth and youthful…
- Always use mild soap or hand wash with moisturizing properties and avoid extreme water temperatures.
- Use gloves while handling detergents and corrosive chemicals in household work.
- Regularly apply moisturizer after washing hands.
- Apply sunscreen with minimum SPF 30 on hands and repeat if exposure to sun is for a long duration.
- Cleopatra’s Secret…Once a week, mix ¼ teaspoon olive oil, an excellent anti-aging tool with ¼ teaspoon sugar and apply the mixture on the back of your hands to keep them smooth, silky and youthful.
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