At age 22, what can I do to prevent my skin aging?
At age 22, assuming you don’t have severe acne or tons of sun damage, the most effective antiaging tool for you is a daily sunscreen. All sunscreens now block UVB but it’s UVA that’s most important on a daily basis partly because it goes through window glass, car windows and clouds. UVB does not go through windows. Look for one that has at least 5% zinc or titanium or both. Sunscreens to consider and learn to read the labels.
Minimum for morning:
- Gentle cleanser – Cetaphil or CeraVe are fine (drugstore)
- A good quality Vit C serum or other antioxidant under the sunscreen – helps with discoloration and prevention
- Sunscreen that blocks UVA every morning
- An eye cream
- Moisturizer (at 22) only if you need it – again Cetaphil or CeraVe are fine
Minimum for bedtime:
- Gentle cleanser – Cetaphil or CeraVe are fine (drugstore)
- An eye cream
- Moisturizer (at 22) only if you need it
There’s more you can do but start here first and then add later when this is routine.
Dr. I