Chest wrinkles are part of the natural aging process which everyone undergoes. And while we can’t stop aging, there are some other factors involved in chest wrinkles that we do have some control over. Some of the things that contribute to the onset of chest wrinkles include:
- excessive sun exposure
- cigarette smoking,
- excess weight loss and lack of exercise
- reduction in hormone levels (in women only)
- gravity
The Mechanics
Regardless of whether your chest wrinkles are solely the result of aging, or the combination of aging and some of the other factors mentioned above, the mechanics behind the wrinkles are the same. During the peak physical years of a person’s life, his skin remains tightly stretched over the muscles and fat deposits. But as we age, bone density, muscle mass, and fat deposits all begin to recede. Since the skin does not shrink to the same extent, it tends to sag and wrinkle. Those wrinkles are made worse due to the natural forces of gravity.
Regular exercise that keeps the chest muscles firm and toned is one way to help fight against chest wrinkles. You don’t need to exercise excessively to the point of bulking up muscle mass, all you need is just enough to keep the chest muscles firm. A personal trainer can guide you in the type of exercises, and their duration, to accomplish a firm chest. Just be careful not to over exercise and build excess muscle mass, or you’ll have to continue that rate of exercise to prevent future muscle loss and subsequent wrinkles.
Other Treatments for Chest Wrinkles
Another very good treatment for chest wrinkles is to use sunblock whenever your chest will be uncovered outdoors. Make sure your sunblock has an SPF rating that is suitable for blocking most ultraviolet rays. In addition to protecting your skin from further damage, this sort of sunblock also helps somewhat in rebuilding and rejuvenating damaged skin. Remember that sun block needs to be reapplied every few hours if you plan to be outside for an extended period of time.
Finally, the market is flush with anti-aging creams that also can be a big help. Look for products that contain both collagen and in vitamin C, as these two ingredients are vital in maintaining healthy and youthful skin. There are some products containing enzymes that promote tissue rebuilding at the DNA level. These are also good choices that you should consider. As always, never forget the benefits of a healthy diet and plenty of rest.
