Ageing Skin
The Anatomy of Ageing Skin
Epidermal Changes: The epidermis, or the outermost layer of the skin, begins to thin. This thinning makes the skin more fragile and susceptible to damage.
Dermal Changes: The dermis, located beneath the epidermis, sees a reduction in collagen and elastin fibres. These proteins are responsible for the skin's firmness and elasticity. As they diminish, the skin starts to sag and form wrinkles.
Subcutaneous Changes: The subcutaneous layer, which provides insulation and cushioning, loses fat over time. This can lead to a hollow appearance, especially around the eyes and cheeks.
Factors Accelerating Skin Ageing
Hormonal Changes
Hormonal reductions, increases, and fluctuations caused by certain medications, menopausal events, and weight changes can lead to a reduction in collagen, resulting in drier and thinner skin.
Genetics
Our genes play a significant role in determining how quickly our skin ages. If your parents experienced early signs of ageing, you might too.
Repeated Facial Expressions
Over time, repeated facial movements like frowning, smiling, or squinting can lead to fine lines and wrinkles.
Environmental
Sun & Radiation exposure: Prolonged exposure to ionising radiations, such as Ultraviolet A, B, and C emitted by the sun, changes the molecular structures within your skin that hinder collagen production and induce pigmentation changes.
Pollution: Pollutants in the air can accelerate skin ageing by breaking down collagen and leading to uneven skin tone, wrinkles, and dryness.
Stress: Chronic stress releases cortisol, a hormone that can break down collagen and elastin, leading to premature ageing.
Gravity: The constant pull of gravity can cause the skin to sag over time, leading to drooping eyelids and jowls.
Lifestyle
Diet and Nutrition: A diet lacking essential vitamins and antioxidants can speed up the ageing process. Consuming processed foods, sugars, and unhealthy fats can lead to inflammation and oxidative stress, further ageing the skin.
Smoking: Damage to the circulatory system results in reduced oxygen being supplied to sustain the cells responsible for collagen formation and general upkeep of the body.
Excessive Alcohol Intake: The ethanol in alcoholic drinks directly decreases the production and increases the breakdown of collagen along with impairing the absorption of nutrients.
These Accumulative effects reduce the elasticity and strength of the skin resulting in the acceleration of the visible signs of aging including sagging skin and wrinkles.
Treatments at Identity+ Aesthetics
Microneedling
A minimally invasive procedure that stimulates collagen production, improving skin texture and reducing the appearance of scars, fine lines, wrinkles, and signs of aging.
DermaQuest Resurfacers & Chemical Peels
These treatments involve applying chemical solutions to remove the epidermis layers of the skin, permitting active ingredients to reach the dermis layers and revealing smoother, healthier, rejuvenated, revitalised, and clearer skin.
Topical Treatments
We offer a tailored range of medical grade products enriched with active ingredients that can target most skin concerns for all skin types.
We are dedicated to providing an all-inclusive space where treatments are performed without animosity.
Our services involve products from industry-leading suppliers used by our expert practitioners to provide the most comfortable experience while maximising outcomes uniquely tailored to every client's needs.
We strive to boost comfort, confidence, and self-expression with your body no matter who you are!
Schedule a consultation
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FAQ's
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