Wrinkles are creases in the skin that are mostly caused by aging. Wrinkles normally occur by a natural process, yet they can increase by excessive exposure to the sun and to cigarette smoke. Skin changes, such as the development of wrinkles, also occur from effects of the environment, nutrition, and genetics. The skin helps protect us from the environment and helps regulate body temperature. It also helps balance fluid and electrolytes, and houses receptors for touch and pain. The epidermis is the outer layer of skin where wrinkles occur. The epidermis thins with age, causing creases in the skin, what we call wrinkles.
Several ways to help prevent or smooth wrinkles include getting good nutrition, drinking plenty of fluids, and keeping your skin moist. There are many good wrinkle creams also available to help with wrinkles, along with natural supplements to provide your body with adequate nutrition to keep your skin healthy and looking youthful.
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