A skin expert has revealed the worst time to get fillers or Botox and how using it at a certain age could accelerate signs of ageing, why doom scrolling could be giving you wrinkles and how to “turn back the clock”.
Deborah Mitchell says that what many people think makes them look younger “is actually making you age faster.”
The facialist, who has worked with stars such as Arlene Phillips, Lydia Millen and even Queen Consort Camilla, has shared a dire warning to any young person considering the popular non-surgical procedures.
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She also shares three everyday habits that will affect your skin more than might think.
“There’s a real trend for cosmetic procedures, such as Botox and particularly fillers, for people in their 20s,” Deborah, from Wolverhampton, told Founder Insights.
“It’s not the right time to be turning to these.
“Using such things too young have massive implications later down the line.
“And having too much of these done regularly, over a prolonged period of time, can cause tissue damage which may result in permanent scarring.
“These types of procedures are also bad for our skin cell generation and can even kill skin cells, which we need for producing collagen.
“It’s essentially our natural body’s function for giving us healthy and younger looking skin.
“What you think may be making you look younger, is actually making you age faster.”
The 59-year-old recommends that younger people wanting to mimic the effects of injectables to use ‘Botox in a jar’ instead – also known as Nettatoxin.
She also shares three top things to keep an eye on if you want good skin when you’re older.
LESS BLUE LIGHT: BETTER SKIN
She said: “Think about a painting like the Mona Lisa.
“The age and the cracks that form due to light getting to it, is similar with our skin.
“Using your phone less can help, as the light exposure from the device can [contribute] to this, as well as the mental strain doom scrolling can do.
“The sun and blue light have a hardening effect, speeding up glycation; where the sugar molecules attach to our body’s collagen, leading to gloomy complexions, sagging and pesky lines that we all hate to see appear.
“Also, too much exposure to harmful lights, such as UVA/UVB can make acne worse.”
EAT FOODS THAT ARE HIGH IN COLLAGEN
Deborah said: “Following a balanced diet can make a huge impact on our skin and slow down the typical effects of ageing.
“Low sugar diets in particular will work in your favour.
“Any foods that have a high collagen count within them; such as citrus fruits, berries, avocados, egg whites, chicken, fish and bone broths are great.
“And anything packed with antioxidants, including dark chocolate, tomatoes and kimchi.”
LIMIT YOUR BOOZE INTAKE
She said: “There’s a reason so many party people are paying the price now.
“Alcohol kills our body’s good bacteria and affects our skin microbiome.
“Too much of it can cause a B12 deficiency, which is essential when it comes to healthy cell generation.
“Without it, skin will become dry, rough, sensitive and uneven.
“So skip the vodkas or that second glass of wine.”
HOW TO TURN BACK THE CLOCK
Deborah advises daily exfoliation to rid of “zombie cells” to create an ageing-reversal process.
She added: “In your thirties, use products rich in hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and vitamin B.
“These will promote hydration, reduce elements of ageing and support collagen levels.
“Step up to using serums in your forties, on your face and neck.
“I’m now in my late fifties and once we turn the big 50, it’s important to add a richer, heavier moisturiser to add hydration.
“Go for organic ingredients and use Vitamin C products, as that helps to plump up the skin.
“And turn back the clock.”
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