I'm almost 26. I have a couple very fine wrinkles on my forehead and no grays. I'm just wondering when I can expect aging to start happening. I do use Retinol Cream, and I dye my hair very rarely. I'm just curious, because my mom had gray hair at 18!
2006-10-28 20:18:35 · 7 answers · asked by munkees81 6 in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
That varies a lot. I had a very few stray gray hairs since I was under ten. At 51 I have some gray hair, but still few. i have some wrinkles, but not much. I have had friends who went gray by 30. Wrinkles have to do with exposure to sun, genetics, smoking and diet, in my opinion.
2006-10-28 20:23:24 · answer #1 · answered by Susan M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The main reason the 'average lifespan of the whole population' was shorter was that so many died as children. Once people made it to adulthood and got in their 30's, 40's, 60's etc. they aged and looked exactly like today. 30 or 40 is not individual lifespans but a 'statistical average' for the population. The biggest amount of people back then died as children (0-16)....the 2nd biggest amount at age (59+) so the 'statistical' average comes out between 30-40. So, in terms of aging and death it was like now (but with no medical care for seniors), so if people survived childhood and early adulthood they usually died in their 50's or 60's instead of 70's 80's+ like today. The Medieval people made 'effigies' (statues for their tombs) of themselves so you can see how they looked/ aged. Maybe Google 'Medieval effigies'.
2016-05-22 04:53:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since your mom had grey hair at 18, it is all about genetics. Babies are born with grey hair, so it can happen just about anytime. Keep in mind, our bodies start to age at about 17 years old. It's a natural process. but if you don't like your grey hair, you can always get highlights done around your hairline and the crown of your head. This will help to camouflage the grey. Oh, and the new trend is to call it platinum. Bling-Bling!
As for the wrinkles, consult with a cosmetic dermatologist or a medical aesthetician for options to reduce/remove the apperance of the lines that you see.
Good luck!
2006-10-28 20:35:36 · answer #3 · answered by C_Note 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you don't moisturize your skin weel, you could get wrinkles in your early twenties.
Also, smoking can be the culprit for early wrinkles, and wrinkles around your eyes.
If its in your genes, you won't be able to avoid graying hair. Try using coconut or olive oil on your hair (warmed a bit) to avoid further graying... It might help.
GoodLuck.
2006-10-28 20:29:40 · answer #4 · answered by Yvonne Mystic 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Gray hair and wrinkles are alot to do with genetics.
2006-10-28 20:21:13 · answer #5 · answered by mafiaqueen1900 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It really depends from person to person.
It sounds like in your case its genetics! Obviously, the aging process has already started...but you wont look like you're 60 when you're 30 (if that's what you're wondering). Just treat your face kindly with whatever treatments you use. I'm sure you'll age wonderfully!
Of course there are lots of dermatologist services that can take years off. If it really bothers you I'd consult a qualified dermatologist.
2006-10-28 20:22:55 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You should volunteer somewhere, maybe at a nursing home and you can ask them when they got their first grays and wrinkles and then compare the answers to come up with your average age.
They'll probably tell you that there are more important things to worry about, like the average age you start needing to wear Depends.
2006-10-28 20:49:38 · answer #7 · answered by Cerulean 3 · 0⤊ 5⤋