Skin Aging: What Causes It and How to Treat It?

As we age, our skin undergoes various changes that are a natural part of chronological aging. The visible signs of aging are accelerated through exposure to certain lifestyle factors, such as UV exposure, smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, chronic dehydration, medications, stress, and pollution. Understanding the causes and ways to prevent and treat aging skin can help us maintain a youthful glow. 

Let's explore the reasons for skin aging, what speeds up the process, and the best skincare products for aging skin.

What Are the Chronological Reasons for Skin Aging?

Skin aging is a natural process that occurs due to several factors:

• DNA Damage: Over time, our skin's ability to repair DNA damage declines.
• Loss of Collagen and Elastin: Collagen and elastin are crucial for maintaining skin's firmness and elasticity. Starting around age 25, we lose about 1% of our collagen each year.
• External Factors: Environmental factors like sun exposure, pollution, and lifestyle choices also contribute to skin aging.
• Reduced/loss of estrogen: Declining estrogen levels leads to skin thinning and sagging.

What Physiological Factors Speed Up Aging the Most?

Certain factors can accelerate the aging process, making our skin age faster than it should:

• Sun Exposure: UV rays from the sun break down collagen and elastin fibers, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Research says that UV exposure causes up to 80% of skin aging.
• Smoking: The chemicals in cigarettes can damage collagen and elastin, reducing skin's firmness and elasticity.
• Poor Diet: Lack of essential nutrients can affect the skin's health and speed up aging.
• Stress: The overproduction of cortisol can lead to signs of aging in the skin.

What Are the Best Skincare Products for Aging Skin?

When treating aging skin, it's important to use products with ingredients that encourage skin cell renewal, restore hydration, and boost collagen production. Here are some key ingredients and recommended products:

Best Ingredients for Skin Aging

1. Peptides: Plump the skin and boost natural collagen production, preventing visible signs of aging.
2. Vitamin A (Retinoids): Promotes longterm cellular renewal and reduces fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Growth Factors: Promote cell regeneration and collagen production, improving skin texture and skin density.
4. SPF: Since 80% of skin aging is due to UV exposure, SPF protection is the most important ingredient to prevent skin aging.

Recommended Products from Face Club

1. Environ Vita-Peptide Toner: A highly concentrated blend of peptides and antioxidants protect against environmental stressors while also promoting collagen renewal to plump, smooth, and tighten the skin.
   
   
2. Environ AVST Moisturiser 1: Contains Vitamin A, C, E and antioxidants to promote cellular renewal and maintain healthy skin.
   
   
3. Osmosis StemFactor Growth Factor Serum: Growth factors feed stem cells and fibroblasts to encourage the skin’s renewal and repair process, stimulating new cell development for youthful skin.
   
   
4. Environ Tri-Peptide Complex+ Avance Elixir: Our secret weapon for aging skin, this peptide serum targets both fine lines & wrinkles as well as hyperpigmentation, resulting in a more even, youthful appearance.

Lifestyle Tips for Youthful Skin

• SPF Every. Single. Day: Apply a broad spectrum sunscreen every morning to protect your skin from UV damage.
• Hydration: Hydrate your skin internally and externally. Drink plenty of water, take your omega 3 supplements, and use a moisturizer to keep your skin healthy and happy.
• Healthy Lifestyle: Eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking/excess drinking.
• Manage Stress: We know this is a hard one, as stress is often unavoidable. Try to implement daily practices to lower stress levels, like meditation, spending time in nature, or lighting a candle and giving yourself an at-home facial with your Face Club products.
  
  

By incorporating these products and lifestyle habits into your daily routine, you can effectively address the signs of aging and maintain youthful, healthy skin.

Don't know which products to use for aging skin? Talk to a licensed Face Club Skin Therapist today. Our experts can help you find the perfect skincare routine tailored to your needs. Book a Virtual Consultation now and start your journey towards youthful, healthy skin.