Anti-aging ingredients are very tricky: too much can wreak havoc, but the right amount can make a big difference. If you go overboard and try everything all at once, you can end up with inflamed, irritated skin.
Follow these guidelines in order to make sure that your skin stays calm:

Make sure to use one product at a time so that if there is skin irritation, you can determine which product caused it.

Generally speaking, antioxidants should be worn during the day and retinoids should be worn at night. Remember to never mix benzoyl peroxide (used to treat acne) with retinoids.

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Aging fabulous doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are five simple things that you can do to look younger.
1. Get enough Omega-3. Omega-3 fatty acids can help to heal your dry, rough skin, patches of psoriasis and other skin problems. They also help your skin at the cellular level by protecting collagen, plus keep skin lubricated and hydrated. If you aren’t getting enough Omega-3 in your diet through oily fish and other foods, add a supplement of  fish oil capsules (~ 1,200 mg) into your daily routine.
2. Pay attention to your neck. Avoid turkey neck, which is caused by a …read more

To keep your skin looking its best, it’s not only about the beauty products you use — your diet is also very important. Though there’s no miracle food or special anti-aging diet, several foods may slow down the aging of your skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and protect your skin from free radicals. Here are five fabulous anti-aging foods that are delicious and great for your skin.
Avocado
Who doesn’t love avocado? It’s a great source of “good fat.” Healthy monounsaturated fat helps reduce the bad cholesterol in your body, which can cause heart problems as well as dull, oily …read more

I received over 400 anti-aging tips from you during the Philosophy contest. A lot of the tips rang true for me (get plenty of sleep, drink lot’s of water, stay out of the sun, moisturize), and I thought I would share not just some of the more common ones, but some tips that stood out to make me chuckle and think.
“Live, Love and Laugh and moisturize everyday!” – Elaine Rosser
“Can’t stop the age from coming, but I can wear sunscreen everyday and keep wrinkles down.” – Lynda C
“Getting plenty of sleep is the best for me.” – Susan
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