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Community Conversation => Non-binary talk => Topic started by: Feather on May 16, 2013, 04:03:40 PM

Title: Keeping a young face
Post by: Feather on May 16, 2013, 04:03:40 PM
I need some advice on how I can keep my face and its skin young. I've always looked young for my age and that used to be a bit of an embarrassment for me because I've always felt that people didn't took me seriously because of that. For that reason I have always felt and still feel reluctant to mention my age (It's ok here, I'm 25). However I'm mid-20s and my body has changed of course and my face, while still young, isn't the same as a couple of years ago. I don't like that my face is bit by bit beginning to look more like that of a grown up man. I need some advice on this cause for a long time I never really noticed an ageing change.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Jamie D on June 26, 2013, 05:36:03 PM
Moisturize.  Moisturize.  Moisturize.

Stay out of the sun and use sunscreen when you are in the sun.

And don't smoke.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Nicolette on June 26, 2013, 06:38:50 PM
Estrogen and/or Retinol A cream. Limit alcohol, limit refined carbs and sun and don't smoke.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Eva Marie on June 26, 2013, 07:29:10 PM
Stay hydrated too.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Skinny18 on June 26, 2013, 08:26:27 PM
 In addition that said above eat only healthy food, eat more vegetables and fruits, also fish. Drink more water, than usually. Avoid salt and sugar.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Feather on June 28, 2013, 02:11:16 PM
Thanks for the replies.  ^-^

I don't know about estrogen creams, isn't that prescribed and for women only and for those who want to transition?
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Nicolette on June 28, 2013, 03:32:00 PM
Quote from: Feather on June 28, 2013, 02:11:16 PM
Thanks for the replies.  ^-^

I don't know about estrogen creams, isn't that prescribed and for women only and for those who want to transition?

Sorry, I meant estrogen i.e. HRT. One does not need to transition to be on estrogen. Some are on low doses and never transition.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Joanna Dark on June 28, 2013, 03:47:29 PM
Quote from: Nicolette on June 26, 2013, 06:38:50 PM
Estrogen and/or Retinol A cream. Limit alcohol, limit refined carbs and sun and don't smoke.

^This. Retin A is the best. I use it everynight now and my skin is looking so much better. That could be the estradiol too though.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Samyra on July 04, 2013, 07:36:18 AM
Be always happy is a good way to keep your youth.  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Nero on July 04, 2013, 08:55:33 AM
Quote from: Joanna Dark on June 28, 2013, 03:47:29 PM
Quote from: Nicolette on June 26, 2013, 06:38:50 PM
Estrogen and/or Retinol A cream. Limit alcohol, limit refined carbs and sun and don't smoke.

^This. Retin A is the best. I use it everynight now and my skin is looking so much better. That could be the estradiol too though.

retin A or retinol? Don't you need a prescription?
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: FrancisAnn on July 04, 2013, 09:23:40 AM
You are smart to take very good care of your face early in life. I'm in my mid 50's & it's time for a facelift,...
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Nicolette on July 04, 2013, 11:19:22 AM
Quote from: Fitter Admin on July 04, 2013, 08:55:33 AM
^This. Retin A is the best. I use it everynight now and my skin is looking so much better. That could be the estradiol too though.


retin A or retinol? Don't you need a prescription?

I got mine from a dermatologist. But it's available from Amazon.
Title: Re: Keeping a young face
Post by: Soren on July 09, 2013, 12:11:31 AM
Exfoliate, moisturize, wear sunscreen and wash your face before you go to bed. Also, don't sleep on your face, and change your pillowcase regularly.