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One of the prominent signs of aging is wrinkles. It is a natural process that everybody has and will face in life, however, not everyone positively welcomes it.

Wrinkles are the lines and creases in the skin caused by the decreasing volume of fat and elasticity. The primary factors to this are age, stress, exposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlight, and smoking. In addition, according to Mayo Clinic, repeated facial expressions can also contribute to the development of wrinkles.

“Parang 'yung rubber band. 'Pag bago ang rubber band, kapag hinatak natin, bumabalik siya. Pero as we age, hindi na bumabalik or nababawasan na 'yung elasticity ng skin natin,” said Dr. Meilyn Chua-Clemente, a dermatologist.

So, wrinkles are inevitable. But, is it preventable?

According to Pinoy MD, the answer is yes - it can be delayed. Here are some tips:

• Staying regularly hydrated.
• Application of moisturizer and sunscreen on the face and neck.
• Eat healthy fruits and vegetables that are rich in water content, antioxidants, and vitamins.
• Avoid smoking.
• Experts advise making smiling a habit.
• Other treatments like Botulinum Toxin Injection.
• Usage of Aloe Vera gels.
• And by massaging of jade rollers on the skin to stimulate collagens.

Watch how two women over 40 found a way to reduce their wrinkles in this full episode of Pinoy MD:

Hosted by Connie Sison and its resident doctors, Pinoy MD is an informative magazine show that provides wellness tips and answers to some important medical questions. Watch it every Saturday, 6 AM on GMA Network. Subscribe to youtube.com/gmapublicaffairs for the full episodes.