To prevent skin aging, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.
Behavioral risk factors
- Diet
- Inadequate macro- and micronutrient supply (nutrients and vital substances) – see micronutrient therapy.
- Consumption of stimulants
- Psycho-social situation
- Stress
Environmental pollution – intoxications (poisonings).
- For example, occupational contact with chemicals
- UV-A and UV-B rays accelerate skin aging (photoaging).