How to Get Rid of Wrinkles

We share how to prevent wrinkles forming prematurely with skincare and lifestyle tips to slow down the signs of ageing. An antioxidant-rich diet, low stress, quality sleep and the right skincare are the best ways to work against the extrinsic signs of ageing.

Get Enough Sleep

Never underestimate the impact quality sleep can have on your skin.

The question of how to get rid of wrinkles naturally really starts with lifestyle factors - and sleep is a big one.

At night skin gets to work repairing and regenerating itself while you sleep. It’s during this time your body produces increased growth hormone which aids in boosting cell reproduction and stimulating collagen synthesis.

When you don’t get enough sleep, this process doesn’t happen optimally and collagen production is diminished. This leads to skin losing its firmness and the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.

Skin care to use at night

Skin is more permeable at night which means it’s better able to absorb the ingredients in your skincare. You want to maximise the benefit of this deep absorption by using products brimming with active ingredients such as retinol (Vitamin A), peptides, vitamin C, glycolic acid, and hyaluronic acid.

A few favourite esmi treatments to use overnight to help get rid of wrinkles include:

Golden Anti-Ageing Serum

Potent antioxidant activity makes this serum the perfect night time defence against free radical damage, fine lines and pigmentation associated with ageing. All ages and skin types.

Fine lines, dehydration and environmental stress

Kangaroo Paw Flower Extract and Acai Oil offer hydrating and anti-ageing antioxidants to assist in plumping fine lines, deeply hydrating, and rejuvenating all skin types.

Anti-Ageing Repair Gel Booster Mask

Suitable for most skin types to combat signs of ageing and fatigue by boosting skin elasticity, softening fine lines, conditioning and defending against free radical damage.

Hyaluronic Hydrating Booster Mask

Perfect for all skin types to target issues of dehydration, dryness, oily and problematic skin. Banishes dullness, plumps fine lines and balances oil flow.

Diet & Hydration

When addressing how to get rid of wrinkles from a lifestyle perspective, what you eat and drink can be one of your best weapons in the war on fine lines!

Hydration

Are you drinking enough water each day?

Water is essential for glowing, clear skin. It helps your skin by improving elasticity, regulating oil production, flushing toxins, and increasing skin radiance.

Not getting enough water leaves your skin dehydrated causing fine lines and wrinkles to be more obvious. Other signs of dehydration include tightness, dryness, sensitivity, dullness, and congestion.

Make sure you’re getting your 8 glasses a day by sipping on plain water, or try coconut water and water flavoured with real fruit pieces.

Including water-rich foods in your diet will also boost your hydration levels. Foods with high water content include cucumber, tomatoes, watermelon, spinach, oranges, and mushrooms.

Eat plenty of whole foods rich in antioxidants

Research tells us that antioxidants such as carotenoids, tocopherols and flavonoids, as well as vitamins (A, C, D and E), essential omega-3-fatty acids, some proteins and lactobacilli (“friendly bacteria”) all contribute to optimal skin health and slowing signs of ageing.

Eating a diet with a wide variety of these foods will help protect against premature ageing by inhibiting free radical activity, promoting a hydrated skin barrier, and encouraging cell regeneration.

Avoid eating excessive amounts of refined sugar and trans fats as these do the opposite and accelerate skin damage and ageing.

Read our guide to 16 of the best foods for skin.

Sun Safety

Did you know that the sun’s UV rays are responsible for more than 90% of the signs of skin ageing?

UVA rays in particular reach far enough into the skin to damage collagen. Skin loses elasticity and firmness which speeds up the visible signs of ageing like wrinkles and sagging.

This means daily broad spectrum SPF protection is absolutely your #1 defence for how to prevent wrinkles forming early.

Sun tips for healthy skin!

• Wear broad spectrum 30+ SPF sunscreen 365 days a year. Even if it’s not sunny or you work inside.
• Avoid spending too much time outside during the hottest times of the day, usually between 12pm - 3pm.
• Reapply sunscreen after swimming, sweating, or every 4 hours.
• Cover up with other protective items like a hat, sunglasses, and lightweight long sleeve clothing.

esmi Skin Shield Natural Sunscreen SPF 30

A broad-spectrum SPF 30 enriched with antioxidants, this silky smooth, daily sunscreen protects against UV damage helping fight the first signs of ageing.

Comfortable, non-greasy SPF coverage for all skin types, especially sensitive skin.

Skin Shield Natural Face Sunscreen is easy-to-apply and formulated with additional anti-ageing benefits of carrot root oil, hyaluronic acid, and green tea for hydrated, smoother skin.

Avoid Over-Cleansing

How to get rid of wrinkles? Check the ingredients in your cleanser.

Harsh ingredients can lead to over-cleansing your skin which makes fine lines and wrinkles appear more pronounced.

Keeping your skin clean is the foundation of a healthy, bright complexion but over-cleansing strips away the natural lipids (oils) that moisturise the skin.

Without these important oils, skin becomes dry and rough looking on the surface. Stick to using a gentle cleanser that maintains a healthy oil / moisture balance on the skin’s surface.

Moisturising

Well moisturised skin has a plump, smooth, and healthy skin texture.

To help get rid of wrinkles naturally, or at least improve their appearance, moisturiser plays a non-negotiable role in your skin care routine.

How do moisturisers work?

Their main goal is to boost hydration levels by sealing in moisture to prevent it from evaporating off the skin. Moisturisers work on the surface layer of the skin to minimise trans epidermal water loss helping to keep skin hydrated and plump, improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Face oils make excellent moisturisers as they contain antioxidants, vitamins and essential fatty acids that support your skin’s natural barrier (lipids, cholesterol, and ceramides) to improve derma strength.

Rosehip oil, avocado, jojoba, squalane, and argan are some of the best oils to target wrinkles.

You can replace your moisturiser with a facial oil or add a few drops of facial oil to your moisturiser and apply together.

We recommend

24K Gold Nourishing Oil

Luxurious 24-karat gold leaf face oil nourishes for a visibly firmer, more youthful complexion - boosts skin elasticity, stimulates collagen production and improves blood circulation.

Reduce Stress

If you’re continually stressed out, don’t be surprised to see more wrinkles and fine lines making an unwelcome appearance!

How stress creates wrinkles

When large amounts of cortisol are released into the body it causes sugar levels in the bloodstream to rise. This triggers a process called glycation which isn’t good news for your skin - it destroys both collagen and elastin.

Collagen and elastin are the key building blocks of skin. They provide it with structure and elasticity and when they are damaged, the skin becomes weaker and fine lines and wrinkles begin to appear.

Increased amounts of cortisol in your body can also cause dehydration. This also makes fine lines and wrinkles more obvious plus your overall skin tone will become dull and uneven.

Help get rid of wrinkles naturally by managing stress levels through exercise, breathing techniques or other self-care activities that help you relax!

View our full range of Skin Treats suitable for skin at every age to find a product to target your specific skin concerns.