AGING PROCESS

As we begin to age, our bodies begin to change as a natural part of the aging process as viewed in the following video, https://youtu.be/65QcuUUsbVA (Apotek, 2018). In my own experience,  I have lost more muscle, collagen, and bone. I have seen others with hair turning gray or white and sometimes it falls out. Throughout many of my own challenges and conversations with others, there are added challenges. Wrinkles may begin to appear, skin becomes loose, and we may lose inches in height. Physically we may not be as strong as we once were or have the same amount of energy to be able to do physical activities we were once able to do. Our memory and cognitive abilities may not be as good as they once were. All these affect individuals differently. Due to insecurities, people may search for ways to improve themselves. Unfortunately, many companies know this and try to take advantage by selling products with promises of slowing down or turning back the clock. Improvements may not be made, and many spend large amounts of money in the process. 

 

***PRODUCTS***

DO THEY WORK AND HOW TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY?

 

The only true way to know if something works is to try it but doing so may cost you thousands of dollars over time. Pay attention to the ads and do not rely on the reviews from the product’s website. Today, many reviews are bought and paid for which does not make them always truthful. It is advisable to do your research. Dr. Oz is a doctor who does promote a lot of different products and shares health information on different episodes.  He appears on the Today show quite a bit and therefore many may trust his opinions. 

 

This video, https://youtu.be/53tg8XWBXpA (Anti Aging Secrets from Dr. OZ - How to Reduce Wrinkles by Using Vitamin C Serum, 2019), shares information that One Life Vest Vitamin C serum will keep you looking younger by reducing wrinkles. As the video plays there are words going across the screen offering deals on the product to entice consumers. It is still important to research the product presented in the video and get other reviews or opinions of users. Go to other areas on the internet and research the product you wish to buy. Other blogging sites may discuss products or chat areas which are very helpful in determining the validity of the products. This product does offer a money back guarantee and has a celebrity doctor attached to its endorsement which allows me to support the product. The money back guarantee allows you to try it for yourself so you can see any results. If this product does not work for you, return it for a full refund. Studies have also shown some evidence of positive influence of the topical vitamin C aging skin from the sun after it was applied once a day for 30 days (“Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Image Analysis to Evaluate the Efficacy of a Topical Facial Serum with 20% Vitamin c in Improving Signs of Aging,” 2018).

 

If you have sensitive skin, keep in mind that Vitamin C is acidic and may irritate the skin. As shared in an article regarding what serums can and can’t do. Some of the serums have powerful ingredients and not all skin types fair well (Bilodeau, 2018). 

 

References

 

Anti Aging Secrets from Dr. OZ - How to Reduce Wrinkles by Using Vitamin C Serum. (2019). Www.youtube.com. Retrieved September 11, 2022, from https://youtu.be/53tg8XWBXpA

 

Apotek, V. (2018, March 14). A lifetime in 60 seconds - Vitus. Www.youtube.com. https://youtu.be/65QcuUUsbVA

 

Bilodeau, K. (2018). Skin serum: What it can and can’t do. Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/skin-serum-what-it-can-and-cant-do-2018061214029

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Reflectance confocal microscopy and image analysis to evaluate the efficacy of a topical facial 

serum with 20% vitamin C in improving signs of aging. (2018). Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 79, AB243. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2018.05.966

 

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