5 ways to reduce premature skin ageing

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Many things can cause our skin to age. Some we cannot do anything about; while others we can influence. Here are some of them. (All pics: Pexels)

Protect your skin from the sun every day. American Academy of Dermatology recommends you apply sunscreen to all skin that is not covered by clothing.

If you smoke, stop. Smoking greatly speeds up how quickly skin ages. It causes wrinkles and a dull, sallow complexion.

Cleanse your skin gently. Scrubbing can irritate it, accelerating skin aging. Gentle washing helps remove makeup and other substances without irritating your skin.

Apply a facial moisturizer every day. Moisturizer traps water in our skin, giving it a more youthful appearance.

A few studies suggest that eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables may help prevent damage that leads to premature skin ageing.