We are not all genetically equal when it comes to skin aging. However, many environmental factors contribute to the acceleration of this phenomenon.
Founded by Patrick Aebischer, former president of EPFL, and Chris Rinsch, doctor in biology, the Timeline® brand’s mission is to fight against skin aging. After 15 years of research with EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne), the brand made an unprecedented discovery in the technology of slowing down skin aging and launched its range of products dedicated to skin health, aimed at women but also men (especially athletes). The patented ingredient that sets it apart: Mitopure®, whose action is clinically proven to re-energize cells from the inside. Gala.fr spoke with Chris Rinsch, doctor of biology, to find out his 6 best tips for slowing down skin aging.
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Tip #1: Try Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is not only effective for weight management, it also helps with overall health and longevity, making it an essential anti-aging biohack. This practice focuses less on the quality of food and more on the timing of eating. A common practice is the 16/8 method, which involves eating all meals within 8 hours and fasting for the remaining 6 hours, while staying hydrated (water to which you can add a squeeze of lemon and mineral salt). . The benefits: better glucose regulation and resistance to stress, reduced inflammation and reduction of free radicals. It also promotes metabolic health by generating more mitochondria. Intermittent fasting is one of the best diets that promote autophagy, a cellular cleaning process.
Tip #2: Test facial tools
If one is looking for a way to stimulate skin activity, facial tools such as gua sha and cryogenic spoon are highly recommended. Gua sha is known to increase blood circulation and lymphatic flow, while jade rollers can be used to reduce inflammation and swelling in the skin. Facial skin treated with massage tools can stimulate collagen and make the skin look younger. Using these tools to apply and massage an anti-aging skincare product can also maximize its effects.
Tip #3: Use longevity products
Longevity products sometimes leverage particular ingredients that have a positive effect on skin health, such as niacinamide, retinol, CoQ10, and urolithin A, which may promote skin longevity. Urolithin A is a powerful anti-aging compound that has several benefits for the skin. This compound has similar effects as fasting on mitochondrial health; it strengthens mitophagy, which promotes cellular rejuvenation, and stimulates collagen production.
Tip #4: Avoid toxic skincare products
Many products claim to have anti-aging effects or benefit our skin, but unfortunately many of them may contain toxic ingredients that are not good for the health or appearance of the skin. Harsh chemicals can increase skin sensitivity and accelerate skin aging. You need to check the Yuka score of a product.
Tip #5: Protect yourself from blue light
Blue light emitted by phones, televisions, computers and other electronic devices is known to disrupt our sleep, but it can also damage DNA, the skin barrier and accelerate skin aging. These DNA damages not only affect our cells, they also disrupt our mitochondrial DNA. Blue light skin protection products work like physical sun protection; they form a layer that deflects blue light from the skin’s surface. Some of these products also contain antioxidants to fight free radicals caused by exposure to blue light. Additionally, it is advisable to use a night setting on electronic devices to minimize exposure.
Tip #6: Embrace red light
If we want to avoid the blue light emitted by technological devices, red light can help boost mitochondrial function and improve skin health by improving collagen production and reducing inflammation. There are several home devices such as wands or masks.
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