We present four practical tips to prevent premature skin aging. Skin is unique and how it changes over time depends on genetics and ethnic background. While aging is a natural process, there are general tips we can all follow to limit extrinsic aging - the signs of aging caused by our environment and lifestyle.

By incorporating the following four tips into your lifestyle, you can reduce the visible effects of these external factors on your skin and keep your skin looking more youthful as you age. Here are the helpful tips inspired by the American Academy of Dermatology:

1. Protect yourself from the sun every day: wear a hat, stay in the shade, or use a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30+

2. Eat a healthy, balanced diet: Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer sugary or high-carbohydrate foods, and less alcohol will make your skin look younger

3. Exercise: Studies suggest that consistent exercise can boost your immune system and increase blood flow to keep skin fresh

4. Stick to rich skin care: Moisturize your skin every day, wash your skin gently, wash your face after exercising, make sure any products you use are organic or fragrance-free and don't irritate your skin unnecessarily