The first signs of skin aging begin to appear between the ages of 25 and 30. These are gradual transformations that occur over time and are most noticeable on the skin of the face.
Although ageing is natural, there are internal and external factors that can accelerate the process. Excessive sun exposure, poor eating habits, smoking and stress are some of the skin’s enemies. In this article, we identify the main signs of skin ageing so that you can prevent/treat and minimize their impact.
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4 Signs of skin ageing
1. Expression lines and wrinkles
Wrinkles are the most obvious sign of skin ageing. They start out as expression lines and develop into more pronounced furrows. One of the main factors in the appearance of wrinkles is the body’s decreased production of collagen, which makes the skin less firm and elastic.
There are two types of wrinkles:
- Dynamic wrinkles: These are the first sign of ageing and are formed due to the contraction of muscles when we smile, cry, talk… They are most visible on the forehead, between the eyebrows and around the eyes.
- Static wrinkles: These appear when the thickness of the skin layers decreases. Among the most prominent are the nasolabial folds, the “bar code” and the “marionette lines“.
2. Deep dark under eye circles
Dark circles under the eyes contribute to a tired, aged appearance. Factors such as poor diet, too little sleep and dehydration aggravate their appearance. Deep dark circles can have a genetic origin and be aggravated by the natural aging process.
As the years go by, the fat that supports the skin diminishes, especially around the eyes. The same happens with collagen and elastin, which give our face its firmness. When these substances become less present, it is more difficult to disguise deep, dark circles under the eyes.
3. Loss of contours
A young face is shaped like an inverted triangle. This means that the cheekbones are wide and voluminous and the chin and jawline are narrow and defined.
However, as we get older, volume and contours are lost and this triangle is inverted. Once again, this is all due to the loss of firmness and elasticity in the skin, associated with a decrease in collagen. In fact, studies confirm that, from the age of 35, skin ageing becomes more evident, causing a loss of 10% of facial fat per year.
4. Facial sagging
The signs of skin ageing also include a sagging appearance and texture. As we have already seen, collagen and elastin are fundamental proteins for supporting the skin. Their decrease and the loss of fat make sagging on the face more obvious.
This condition is aggravated by the decrease in our body’s production of hyaluronic acid, which is responsible for supporting and moisturizing the skin. With the breakdown of deep hydration, the skin becomes less plumped and more flaccid.
How can we minimize or delay the signs of aging?
If you have already identified some of these problems in yourself, know that you can minimize and even delay their effects. To treat the signs of skin ageing, you should maintain a good daily care routine and a healthy lifestyle:
- Skincare with enhanced cleansing and moisturizing;
- Apply sunscreen every day of the year;
- Practicing physical exercise;
- Drink plenty of water or tea during the day;
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet;
- Do not smoke or drink alcohol;
- Reduce stress levels;
- Resorting to medical-aesthetic treatments.
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