Daily Habits That Secretly Accelerate Skin Ageing

Skin condition is not only influenced by external care but also by internal factors. Stress, lack of sleep, diet, and daily lifestyle significantly affect skin health and overall body condition. At the launch event of Zegavit Gummy Multivitamin at Beauty Fest Asia 2026 on Friday, 29 May 2026, skincare and aesthetic expert Dr Yessica Tania, Dipl AAAM, said makeup usage also impacts skin condition. ‘This is often why young people already have skin that looks worn out,’ Dr Yessica noted. Lifestyle greatly affects skin condition. Therefore, she advises choosing the right lifestyle. If you enjoy makeup, it’s acceptable, but Dr Yessica recommends selecting appropriate skincare and makeup for your skin type and cleaning it properly to maintain skin health. Common mistakes include choosing the wrong makeup and improper cleansing, leading to a damaged skin barrier, redness, uneven skin tone, and premature ageing. Teenage and early twenties skin should still be firm, even-toned, and free from dark spots—issues typically seen from age 30 onwards. Other factors include lack of sleep, sun exposure, screen time, and high sugar intake. ‘Sugar is closely linked to skin ageing. Consuming sugar relates to processes that degrade collagen and elastin quality, causing skin to sag,’ she added. It’s important to understand that skincare from both inside and out isn’t instant. ‘Consumers now increasingly realise that healthy skin can’t be achieved overnight and requires the right combination of vitamins for effective results,’ she said. Beyond skin health, Dr Yessica explained that wellness means maintaining stamina and immunity to stay fit and productive. She stressed the importance of consistent efforts. For skin health specifically, taking collagen supplements alone isn’t enough. Collagen is like building material; it needs workers, cement, and other components. This means other vitamins and minerals are necessary as supplements. Collagen cannot stand alone to support skin health. Actress and content creator Dara Saraswati said many feel pressured to always look glowing, productive, and happy. However, she believes self-care shouldn’t be about perfection but feeling comfortable in one’s own skin. Amid her busy schedule, she prefers simple yet enjoyable self-care routines, as small, consistent healthy habits are easier to maintain. Yesterday, Kalbe Consumer Health launched Zegavit Gummy Multivitamin in two variants. The first contains collagen, biotin, and essential vitamins, while the second variant for immunity support includes ginseng, vitamin C, and multivitamins and minerals.