In addition to the natural ageing process, individual factors such as genetics, diseases, and hormonal changes influence skin health.

There are also external factors that accelerate ageing: intense sun exposure, a sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, smoking, lack of sleep, sleeping with makeup on, and excessive alcohol consumption.

The good news is that it is possible to slow down this process without the need for cosmetic procedures, just by changing some habits.


  • Know your skin type: Before buying any product, it is important to know your skin type so that it works efficiently. To find out if your skin is dry, combination, or oily, consult a dermatologist or pay attention to how it behaves on a daily basis.
  • Drink water: Drinking plenty of water is important to delay skin ageing for several reasons: water keeps the skin hydrated, preventing dryness and flaking, common characteristics of skin ageing. Adequate hydration helps maintain skin elasticity, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and helps eliminate toxins from the body, which contributes to clearer, healthier skin.
  • Skin hydration with creams: For complete skin hydration, it is also important to use moisturising creams. Don’t forget to moisturise your neck and chest, as in these areas, the skin is thinner, the amount of collagen is lower, and it suffers more from dryness.
  • Use of vitamin C: Using vitamin C creams or serums helps block the actions of free radicals that contribute to skin ageing. This vitamin also acts as a rejuvenator.
  • Exfoliation: Exfoliating once a week is essential to delay skin ageing. It helps remove dead cells, stimulates blood circulation, improves product absorption, reduces blemishes, and stimulates collagen production.
  • Use of sunscreen: Blocking UVA and UVB rays causes the skin to age more slowly. The filter must be used daily, including on cloudy or rainy days. It is important to correctly use sunscreen daily (SPF 30 or more) and also use accessories for ultraviolet protection such as clothing, hats, and glasses.
  • Don't smoke: According to experts, cigarettes are one of the skin's worst enemies. Smoking increases wrinkles and leaves the skin dull and lifeless.
  • Skin cleansing: Clean your skin twice a day with specific facial soaps for this purpose. This simple action helps prevent damage, being an important ally against ageing.

  • Healthy habits: Having a physical activity routine and maintaining a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables help your skin look beautiful and bright. It is also important to consume good fats and omega-3, present in tuna, sardines, salmon, and avocado. One of the skin's biggest villains is refined sugar because it participates in the collagen breakdown process.


For more information please contact Grupo HPA Saude on (+351) 282 420 400.