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Doctor warns Gen Z about lifestyle mistakes that make them look older than those in their 30s
The ongoing debate on TikTok about who looks younger – Gen Z or Millennials – seems to have reached a conclusion, as doctors believe the younger generation is making grave mistakes in the chase for ideal beauty.
The argument is backed by facts and reality checks to show Gen Z’s lifestyle is significantly contributing to their aged appearance, while Millennials, smarter with their choices, continue to look younger.
Doctors explain why Gen Z looks older
Doctors and experts revealed during a conversation with FEMAIL that people born between 1998 and 2012 have more exposure to cosmetic surgeries and they also tend to use beauty products “incorrectly”.
The fad surrounding plump lips and thick eyebrows is relatively new to Millennials, while Gen Z grew up with unnatural methods to enhance their beauty. Still, they haven’t achieved the results they expected.
Artificial fillers and Botox on youngsters aged as young as 18 or less cause permanent damage to their face and body, including premature aging, claim experts.
‘Overuse or unnecessary application of filler and toxins at a young age may affect the natural facial development, causing younger patients to look older than they are,’ celebrity cosmetics doctor Dr. Rasha Rakhshani-Moghadam told the publication.
Millennials are said to lean toward a more holistic approach; a balanced diet and a healthy skincare routine to name a few.
The haunting question – Why don’t Millennials age – isn’t new to the Internet. But only now are people realizing that the early ’90s kids don’t possess any special powers. They are simply more conscious of their lifestyle choices.
Not looking their age may not necessarily be an issue with the younger generation, as they are going for it of their own volition, but experts have warned them against the methods used, as some are irreversible.
Lifestyle choices are to blame for premature aging
Aside from what’s worn on the skin, your lifestyle choices play a major role in your appearance. Reportedly, Gen Z holds the reputation for vaping the most, while Gen Y drinks alcohol and smokes moderately.
Furthermore, the younger generation is infamous for a sedentary lifestyle coupled with overexposure to blue light from excessive use of gadgets.
“Some people also believe that stress is a factor in premature aging, coupled with the fact that Gen Z was the first generation to grow up with the internet and social media, so typically spend more time in front of screens than previous generations,’ said the expert.
Kids 14 and younger are seen trying filters on TikTok and other platforms to imagine themselves as an aged person, without realizing it is propelling them to recreate the look in reality.
Dr. Sindhu Siddiqi, of No Filter Clinic, added: “Although Millennials have grown up with social media, Gen Z has been introduced to social media such as TikTok and Instagram from a very early age, where insights and education on cosmetic procedures, trends, and suitable skincare are available at the tap of their fingers.”
