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Do you look older than your age? Probably you are causing skin ageing by following unhealthy lifestyle. Here are some causes of skin ageing that you should avoid to prevent premature ageing.

Drinking alcohol in excess causes dehydration to the body. It also reduces the body's salt content, which is bad for your skin.

Excess sugar intake not only increases your weight, but is also responsible for premature ageing. High sugar in the body, causes glycation that is harmful for elastin and collagen of our skin. The process of glycation is mainly responsible for skin wrinkles.

While exercising is good for your body, but excessive running may cause sagging of skin. The phenomena is known as runner's face, due to collagen breakdown. So be advised to minimise your morning runs.

Do you get enough sleep? For if you lead an erratic lifestyle and are sleep deprived, then you will look older than your years. Dark circles are mainly caused by lack of sleep. Also your skin will look sallow. Lack of sleep makes skin weak and boosts the ageing process.

The cold dry air during winter saps moisture from your skin. This makes skin prone to wrinkles and fine lines. Apply a moisturiser soon after a hot shower to combat dryness in winter season.

(AW: Pratima Tigga)