Wrinkles, how and why are they formed on the skin
Wrinkles form as collagen and elastin decline. Prevent them with SPF, hydration, sleep, antioxidants, and treatments like peels, laser and Dermapen.
Seen as the enemy, wrinkles are no longer wanted or valued. Research has proven that the most effective way to prevent wrinkles is through education.
Wrinkle Formation
Youn,g healthy skin is smooth with an effective barrier, protecting the skin. External aggressors quickly damage the skin. Components such as collagen contribute to skin tone and firmness, while elastin provides bounce and stretchability to the skin. Sadly, through ageing and skin damage, both of these components diminish and all but dry up. What causes the skin to age and appear wrinkled? Simply put, the Epidermis thins and loses the ability to hold moisture. In the Dermis, collagen and elastin deteriorate, destroying the skin’s support system, resulting in lines and wrinkles.
Intrinsic Ageing, Extrinsic Ageing and Wrinkles
Intrinsic ageing is a natural process that occurs over a period of years, regardless of external factors. Post-twenties, our skin produces about 1% less collagen and elastin each year. As a result, the skin becomes thinner, susceptible to damage and more fragile as we age. Wrinkle formation as a result of intrinsic ageing is thus inevitable. Intrinsic ageing is a direct result of the slow decline in the skin’s appearance. Extrinsic ageing occurs due to the sun, pollution and environmental aggressors. Extrinsic ageing shows as a thickening of the skin, giving it a leathery appearance. Precancerous changes become evident, such as lesions, skin cancer, freckles and sun/age spot formation. Over extended periods, it gives the skin the appearance of roughness, uneven tone, brown patches, deep wrinkles, and a sallow pallor.
Prevention is Key
Prevention is key to minimising wrinkles. Simple steps can be applied to ensure the skin is protected. – Hydrate the skin with a suitable moisturiser – Protect the skin against both UVA and UVB rays with an SPF 30+ – Quit smoking – Supplement your skin and body with Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Get adequate sleep – Supplement your skin and body with anti-oxidants – Maintain your skin’s collagen and elastin levels through intensive and stimulating skin treatments. Try Laser, Skin Peels and Dermapen. As you can see, prevention is always better than a cure. Start implementing a more active program today.
