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Why skin ages: age-related changes
Skin aging is a natural process that starts with age under the influence of internal and external factors. The main changes are caused by a slowdown in cellular renewal and deterioration of skin structure.
Decreased production of collagen and elastin
After 25 years, the synthesis of these proteins begins to slow down. Collagen is responsible for the density of the skin, and elastin for its ability to return to its original state after stretching. Their deficiency leads to loss of elasticity and the formation of wrinkles.Skin dehydration
With age, the skin loses its ability to retain moisture. This is due to a decrease in the level of hyaluronic acid in the cells, which provokes dryness and makes wrinkles more noticeable.Ultraviolet exposure
One of the key external factors of aging. Photoaging destroys collagen fibers, causes age spots and thinning of the skin. Regular use of products with SPF helps slow down these processes.Slowing down metabolism
With age, cell regeneration becomes slower, which leads to the accumulation of keratinized particles on the surface of the skin. This causes a dull complexion, reduced tone, and increased visibility of wrinkles.
What is premature aging?
Premature aging of the skin is an accelerated process of changes in its structure and appearance under the influence of unfavorable factors. The main causes include:
Lack of SPF protection: UV rays destroy collagen, causing photoaging.
Insufficient care and hydration: Dehydration makes the skin less elastic, increasing wrinkles.
Smoking and frequent stress: they reduce cellular oxygenation, which impairs skin regeneration.
Lack of sleep and nutrients: this leads to a loss of tone and accelerates the appearance of wrinkles.
Signs of premature aging usually appear as fine wrinkles, dull complexion, and decreased elasticity by the age of 30-35. Regular care and protection from external factors help slow down this process.
Types of aging and their signs
Skin aging can manifest itself in different ways depending on genetics, skin type, lifestyle and other factors. In cosmetology, four main aging morphotypes are distinguished: deformation, fine-wrinkle, tired and muscular. Knowing the characteristics of your aging type helps you choose more effective care and prevent significant changes.
Deformational morphotype
Description: Characterized by changes in the facial oval, sagging skin and the formation of pronounced nasolabial folds. Often found in people with combination and oily skin, which is prone to decreased tone.
Signs: Loss of facial definition, sagging skin in the lower part of the face, puffiness and the appearance of a double chin.
Description: Characterized by the appearance of numerous fine wrinkles over the entire surface of the skin. English: Typically seen in people with thin, dry skin that loses moisture and elasticity.
Signs: Fine lines, especially around the eyes and mouth, dull complexion, and lack of firmness.
Description: This type of aging is characterized by loss of volume in the upper face, creating a tired and fatigued appearance. It occurs in people with both normal and combination skin.
Signs: Drooping of the outer corners of the eyes, nasolabial folds, and loss of volume in the cheek area, creating a tired appearance.
Description: This type of aging is seen in people with strong facial muscles and dense skin. In such people, the skin remains smooth for a long time, but over time deep wrinkles may appear.
Signs: Deep lines and folds, high skin density, fine wrinkles rarely appear, but wrinkles on the forehead and around the mouth are more pronounced.
Selecting care according to the type of aging allows you to maintain youthfulness of the skin, eliminating the specific problems of each morphotype, and helps slow down age-related changes.
How to determine your type of aging
Determining the type of skin aging is an important step in choosing effective care and cosmetic procedures. Let's look at approaches that will help you accurately determine your aging type:
Self-analysis: primary diagnosis
First, pay attention to the main changes in your skin:
Evaluation of skin tone and texture:
Thin skin with a network of fine wrinkles indicates a fine-wrinkle type.
Dense skin with deep creases and pronounced nasolabial folds is a muscular type.
Checking the clarity of the facial oval:
Loss of clear contours, sagging cheeks and chin signal a deformation type.
Overall picture:
If the face looks tired, There are folds around the mouth and cheeks - this is a tired type of aging.
Skin elasticity test
Try to determine the level of elasticity:
Gently pinch the skin on the cheek or the back of the hand.
If the skin slowly returns to its original state, this is a sign of reduced elasticity, characteristic of the deformation or tired type.
Evaluation of aging zones
Check for changes in specific areas of the face:
Forehead and eyes:
Fine wrinkles and crow's feet often indicate a fine-wrinkle type.
Cheeks and Chin:
Pronounced folds and sagging indicate a deformation type.
Neck and décolleté:
Thin skin with a network of wrinkles is also characteristic of fine-wrinkle aging.
Use of instrumental diagnostic methods
Modern technologies allow you to study the condition of the skin in detail:
Dermatoscopy:Helps you see the texture of the skin, the depth of wrinkles and damage from ultraviolet radiation.
Skin hydration analysis: Special devices measure the level of hydration and density.
Photographic analysis: Hardware systems such as VISIA record wrinkles, pigmentation, enlarged pores and skin damage.
Consultation with a cosmetologist
Consulting with a professional will ensure the most accurate result:
A cosmetologist will conduct a visual examination, assess the condition of the tissues and the characteristics of age-related changes.
Will select procedures and cosmetics suitable for your type of aging.
Lifestyle and genetics test
Fill out the questionnaire to take into account the factors influencing aging:
Heredity: how the skin aged in parents?
Lifestyle: smoking, frequent sun exposure, lack of sleep.
Skin care: regular use of SPF and anti-aging products.
Dynamic assessment
Regular monitoring of the condition of the skin will help you notice changes in time:
Compare photos of your face every 6-12 months.
Keep a care diary to record the effectiveness of products and procedures.
A comprehensive approach to determining the type of aging, including self-analysis, the use of tools and consultations with specialists, will allow you to understand the needs of your skin as accurately as possible and choose the appropriate care.
Extend youth: is it possible?
Modern care methods and anti-aging products can significantly slow down aging. Important:
Regularly moisturize and nourish the skin.
Use sunscreen.
Contact professionals for procedures that stimulate regeneration.
Deformation morphotype: products that increase skin elasticity and facial contour are suitable. Firming masks, lifting serums, and facial massage to reduce puffiness are recommended.
Fine-wrinkle morphotype: care should include intensive hydration and nutrition, as well as products with collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid to maintain the smoothness and density of the skin.
Tired morphotype: moisturizing and refreshing products, as well as products with antioxidants, vitamins C and E, are suitable. The use of creams to improve tone and procedures that restore volume and radiance to the skin is recommended.
- Muscular morphotype: regular care with anti-aging creams that strengthen the skin, as well as products with retinol and peptides to work on deep wrinkles is recommended. Gentle peelings and massages are also useful to maintain elasticity.
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