Loss of skin elasticity and reduced levels of collagen are a part of the natural aging process, which usually starts around your mid-30s and 40s. By the time you reach this age, you may begin to notice that your wrinkles and lines have become more prominent. (Ultherapy skin tightening is an effective non-invasive treatment that reduces wrinkle visibility as it lifts and tones the skin.)
What causes premature skin aging?
Prolonged sun exposure, and unhealthy diet and habits are the most common, and arguably the most damaging, causes of premature skin aging. Luckily, there is now a safe and effective way to improve wrinkles and lines as well as lift loose or sagging skin around the eyebrows, neck, and chin without undergoing surgery; Ultherapy skin tightening treatment.
Briefly, Ultherapy stimulates collagen production through sound waves that penetrate the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in a natural-looking lift. (Note: Ultherapy results appear according to your body’s natural healing process.)
Skin-healthy foods
To keep your skin healthy and maintain Ultherapy results, you must be more conscious now of what you feed your skin. Below are some of the best foods for not only maintaining Ultherapy results, but more importantly, for keeping the skin healthier and rejuvenated:
1. Foods containing omega-3 fatty acids
In a nutshell, omega-3 fatty acids help maintain the skin’s suppleness as it keeps the skin hydrated/moisturized, and reduces the harmful effects of the sun’s UV rays, as well as effects of pollution and smoking on the skin. Good sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fatty fish like salmon and sardines, as well as chia and pumpkin seeds.
2. Foods rich in vitamin C
Did you know that normal skin contains high levels of vitamin C? Studies show that vitamin C helps in collagen production and protects the skin from sun damage. However, prolonged sun exposure and exposure to free radicals depletes the skin of its vitamin C content, which could result in premature aging and the appearance of aging-related skin issues over time.
Apart from citrus fruits like oranges, a good source of vitamin C is kiwi. Kiwis actually have a higher concentration of vitamin C than oranges. You may also include broccoli, parsley, blueberries, and guava as your sources of vitamin C.
3. Foods rich in vitamin E
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals (free radicals may cause premature skin aging). Foods rich in vitamin E include peanuts, pine nuts, almonds, abalone, sunflower seeds, and fish especially rainbow trout and Atlantic salmon.
Studies reveal that benefits of vitamin E are enhanced when this is combined with vitamin C, and a good source for both is avocado.
To discuss Ultherapy skin tightening and Ultherapy results for your specific skin issues, please feel free to call Rejuvé at (408) 740-5320 to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Tang. Rejuvé is proud to serve the San Jose Bay Area CA and the surrounding communities of Saratoga, Los Gatos, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Altos, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, and Boulder Creek.