Why Some People Look Younger Than Their Peers: Habits They Got Right Early On

Explore why skin ages, six everyday habits that may delay visible ageing, and the evidence, concentration choices and precautions for using retinol.

You feel that you are still young, but when you move closer to the mirror, you notice:

That line across your forehead is becoming more and more noticeable;

A few more creases appear at the corners of your eyes when you smile;

Your skin feels a little rough and looks a little dull;

Your cheeks seem less full than before, and your nasolabial folds are becoming noticeable.

Ageing is inevitable, yet there is no shortage of people around us who look several years younger than their actual age. You may find yourself wondering: is it good genes, or good skincare?

In fact, genes and age are indeed among the determining factors, but research has also found that modifiable factors such as sun exposure, smoking, daily routines and diet also affect how quickly the skin starts to look older.

Today, let us look at the science behind how to delay looking older.