STOP WRINKLES THE EASY WAY

First they debunked the myth that snoring is hard to kick and saved thousands of people from noisy, sleepless nights. Now the duo of Dr Mike Dilkes a Harley Street ENT surgeon and Alex Adams, a clinical expert with Glaxosmithkline, are back and this time with a reliable, no-nonsense book on how to best care for your skin and slow the effects of ageing. We are now investing more time and money than ever in the pursuit of health, happiness, beauty and longevity and unprecedented numbers of men and women in their 30s are 'going under the knife' to thwart unwelcome crinkles, crow's feet and laughter lines. But invasive surgery is NOT the only way to start loving a more youthful reflection. The book covers the basics of collagen and elastin, shows figures and diagrams of the dermis, explains what wrinkles are and the effects of environmental factors like sun exposure, smoking, alcohol, low air humidity together with pressure memory from sleeping positions. Worry and frown lines, smile lines, nasolabial lines, jaw line and jowls, the neck and the chest, now we begin to understand what wrinkles are and how and why they appear. Next it is important to outline the different skin types, male versus female and the daily 2s. Two litres of water, two portions of good bacteria and collagen, two applications of SPF30 face cream, two minutes facial cleansing and off to sleep - sleep hygiene and quality. Avoid stimulants, high calorie meals or strenuous exercise just before bed, maximise your exposure to natural light, don't nap in the day even if you're tired, and turn off all electronic devices at least one hour before bedtime. And finally giving blood is pumping iron for real, community minded and great for your body. 86 page paperback, diagrams.