In a society obsessed with defying the effects of aging and maintaining a youthful appearance, skin care techniques and practices seem more talked about than ever. From tailored ads to the beauty influencers we keep bumping into while scrolling down our social media feeds, we are constantly exposed to the many ways to slow down the passage of time. A viral post by u/likerunninginadream, which has amassed 16,000-plus comments since it was shared on August 10, provided individuals who pride themselves on with the opportunity to share their "secrets" to looking effortlessly young.
Many of their tips overlapped, with the most common including wearing sunscreen, avoiding alcohol and drugs, eating vegetables, managing stress and retaining facial weight, highlighting both timeless advice and modern insights. asked four skin care experts for their takes on the tried and tested tips. Dr.
Roger Kapoor, a Harvard-trained dermatologist and senior executive vice president at Beloit Health System, is pleased to see the critical role of sunscreen being discussed online. "Sunscreen protects your skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun," Kapoor told . "It helps prevent sunburn [and] cumulative damage and reduces the risk of skin cancer, all of which contribute to premature aging.
" Eha Urbsalu, the founder of the natural skincare line Viking Beauty Secrets, agrees. The beauty entrepreneur added that while some sun exposure is healthy, too much can do more harm .