At some point, a small crease appears on every face. And so it begins, until in some years some faces are not covered with a real network of wrinkles. Can this be avoided? Aging, of course, cannot be avoided, and with it comes wrinkles. However, with quality and timely care, the process can be slowed down, the appearance of wrinkles delayed, and those already etched - softened. When it comes to timely introduction of a daily skincare routine (for the face, neck, and body, of course), one should not wait for the first wrinkles. Action should be taken before that, and one of the powerful allies in this is the magical helichrysum, a plant with exceptional properties, which has been called, and with reason, immortelle - immortal and eternal, since ancient times.

WHEN DO THE FIRST WRINKLES APPEAR?

You might be surprised, but dermatologists have found that the level of collagen, the protein that keeps the skin firm, begins to decline as early as teenage years. However, most women start noticing fine lines between the ages of 25 and 30, particularly in areas that are most exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck, décolletage, and hands, as well as in areas where our facial expressions are strongest, such as around the eyes, mouth, forehead, and eyebrows. Genetics also influence the appearance of the first wrinkles. Genetics, along with lifestyle, is closely linked to how we age, but experts emphasize that when it comes to the pace of aging, skincare plays a predominant role.

FIVE TIPS ON HOW TO TAKE PREVENTIVE ACTION:

1. Focus on the most sensitive areas: Pay special attention to areas that are most vulnerable to the formation of wrinkles, with the area around the eyes being the first. Facial expressions are strong there, and every smile, squinting, or eye squinting in the sun... challenges the skin around the eyes, which is 40 percent thinner than the skin on the rest of the face and body. The first wrinkles easily appear around the eyes, and sensitive areas also include the forehead and around the mouth.

2. Don't sleep with makeup on your face: Sleeping with makeup on is a big enemy of the skin. Not only does it clog pores, but it can also cause inflammatory processes. It goes without saying that it accelerates the aging process.

3. Don't overdo exfoliation: Exfoliation, which removes dead cells from the skin's surface, gives the skin an instant glow. However, overdoing it, and there are those who use exfoliating products every day, reasoning that the rougher and stronger, the better, leads to thinning of the skin's surface and it becomes more prone to wrinkle formation. Exfoliation is desirable two to three times a week, using gentle, not harsh, preparations.

4. Watch how you hold your phone: We are constantly with our mobile phones in our hands and on our ears today. Even the way we use them can contribute to the appearance of the first wrinkles, say experts. For example, if you look at a screen with lower lighting, your eyes automatically narrow and squint, which accelerates the formation of wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, and between the eyebrows... Don't hold the phone against your shoulder, as every time you further engrave the neck wrinkle...

5. Monitor changes in your skin, but don't be obsessed: After introducing an anti-aging routine, improvements could be seen in as little as a month. However, every skin is different, so if that doesn't happen within that time frame, it is necessary to understand that excessive focus on every wrinkle is not healthy and that consistency and, of course, sun protection are most important in skincare, with an optimal SPF of 30.

WHY IS IMMORTELLE GREAT FOR THE FACE AND HOW IS IT EFFECTIVE AGAINST WRINKLES?

Immortelle essential oil regenerates the skin, slows down skin aging, and soothes irritated skin. It has antioxidant properties, contributes to maintaining skin firmness, slows down the appearance of wrinkles, and reduces those that have already formed. Since ancient times, immortelle has been known for its ability to erase signs of aging on the skin. Growing under the hot sun in the immediate vicinity of the sea,immortelle is rich in sea aerosol. Due to the high content of italidiones, it helps in tissue regeneration and hematoma absorption, as well as in wound healing and scar reduction. It stimulates microcirculation and is therefore useful in the care of the eye area. It is rich in antioxidants that protect against free radicals. Interestingly, the immortelle flower contains very little essential oil, so it takes more than a ton of flowers to produce a kilogram of essential oil. Immortelle essential oil has a complex chemical composition. After isolating the essential oil by distillation, a very valuable by-product remains - hydrosol or floral water, which has a very pleasant scent and also has a mild therapeutic effect. Arnazol, a chemical compound found only in immortelle, is present in immortelle hydrosol. It is a polyphenol with numerous pharmacological properties. Chemical compounds present in immortelle essential oil have been shown to promote collagen synthesis and skin microcirculation, improving the cell renewal process, and are therefore used in preparations for skin revitalization.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN BENEFITS OF IMMORTELLE?

• Acts antiseptically and purifies the skin
• Strongly combats free radicals
• Stimulates collagen production
• Promotes renewal
• Improves microcirculation and thus skin detoxification.

NIKEL RECOMMENDATION

Nikel's rich Immortelle collection has a range of products that are powerful allies in the fight against the first wrinkles, as well as in reducing existing ones. For cleansing as the first step in skincare, there is Cleansing Milk with Immortelle, with carefully selected plant extracts and essences, free of mineral oils and alcohol, which makes the skin velvety soft even after cleansing. The BIO elixir is a 100% natural essence of immortelle, mandarin, and orange, and cold-pressed plant oils of jojoba, passionflower, virgin olive, natural vitamin E, and beta-carotene, for radiant and renewed skin! The divine eye and lip wrinkle serum delay the onset of wrinkles and visibly smoothes existing ones. With its light, fluid texture, it is instantly absorbed into the deep layers of the skin. The rich moisturizing and nourishing cream with Immortelle is a real treat for the skin as it perfectly nourishes, protects, and rejuvenates it.