There are two distinct types of skin aging. Aging caused by the genes we
inherit is called intrinsic (internal) aging. The other type of aging is known
as extrinsic (external) aging and is caused by environmental factors, such as
exposure to the sun’s rays.
Intrinsic aging, also known as the natural aging
process, is a continuous process that normally begins in our mid-20s. Within
the skin, collagen production slows, and elastin, the substance that enables
skin to snap back into place, has a bit less spring. Dead skin cells do not
shed as quickly and turnover of new skin cells may decrease slightly. The signs
of skin aging are:
- Wrinkles
- Thin and transparent skin
- Liver spots
- dry & blotchy skin
There are
number of extrinsic, or external, factors often act together with the normal
aging process to prematurely age our skin. Most premature aging is caused by
sun exposure. Other external factors that prematurely age our skin are
repetitive facial expressions, gravity, stress, and smoking.
The Sun: Without protection from the sun’s rays, just a few minutes of
exposure each day over the years can cause noticeable changes to the skin.
Freckles, age spots, spider veins on the face, rough and leathery skin, fine
wrinkles that disappear when stretched, loose skin, a blotchy complexion,
actinic keratoses (thick wart-like, rough, reddish patches of skin), and skin
cancer can all be traced to sun exposure.
“Photoaging” is the term
dermatologists use to describe this type of aging caused by exposure to the
sun’s rays. The amount of photoaging that develops depends on: 1) a person’s
skin color and 2) their history of long-term or intense sun exposure. People
with fair skin who have a history of sun exposure develop more signs of
photoaging than those with dark skin. In the darkest skin, the signs of
photoaging are usually limited to fine wrinkles and a mottled
complexion.
Photoaging occurs over a period of years. With repeated exposure
to the sun, the skin loses the ability to repair itself, and the damage
accumulates. Scientific studies have shown that repeated ultraviolet (UV)
exposure breaks down collagen and impairs the synthesis of new collagen. The
sun also attacks our elastin. Sun-weakened skin ceases to spring back much
earlier than skin protected from UV rays. Skin also becomes loose, wrinkled,
and leathery much earlier with unprotected exposure to sunlight.
Facial Expressions. Repetitive facial movements may lead to fine lines
and wrinkles. Each time we use a facial muscle, a groove forms beneath the
surface of the skin, which is why we see lines form with each facial
expression.
Gravity. Gravity constantly pulls on our bodies. Changes related to
gravity become more pronounced as we age.
Smoking. Cigarette smoking causes biochemical changes in our bodies that
accelerate aging. Research shows people who smoke are more likely to develop
deeply wrinkled, leathery skin than a nonsmoker
For Healthier, Younger-Looking Skin Prevention:
- Stay out of the sun between
10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., when the sun’s rays are the strongest.
- Wear protective clothing, such
as a wide-brimmed hat and long sleeves, when outdoors during the day.
- Apply sunscreen year round.
- Apply hydrating and skin repair
creams to slow down skin aging and repair wrinkles and damaged skin.
- Exfoliate top skin layers with
Microdermabrasion, peeling masks and glycolic acid creams to accelerate
skin renewal and remove blotchy aged wrinkled skin.
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