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Skin and Ageing

Discover the incredible world of human skin, boasting an expansive surface area ranging from 1 to 1.5 square meters. Beyond its protective function, your skin is a dynamic organ brimming with vital roles and advantages. From managing metabolic waste elimination to fine-tuning body temperature and hosting an array of sensory receptors for pain, touch, and pressure, your skin is a multitasking marvel. Unveil the secrets to radiant skin as we explore how lifestyle choices, dietary habits, and overall health intertwine with age-related factors like hormonal fluctuations.
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Non-Invasive Skin Rejuvenation Treatments at Skin Renewal

The skin plays a vital role in the social and visual experience, as it can tell an individual's age and reflect the consequences of ageing. Everyone possesses a unique genetic blueprint and lifestyle, which profoundly affect the skin's physiological functions. By middle age, these influences may contribute to a staggering 50% decline in skin vitality.

As the skin ages, intricate biological changes unfold, including the depletion of fibrous tissue, decelerated cellular renewal, and diminished vascular and glandular networks. The skin's barrier function, crucial for hydration and protection, falters. Subcutaneous tissue undergoes flattening, particularly in facial, hand, and foot regions.

The Effects of UV Wavelengths and Infrared on Your Skin

A suntan serves as evidence of skin damage, indicating the skin's effort to shield itself from further harm. UVA radiation, constituting most of total UVR (90–95%), penetrates deeply into the epidermis and dermis, triggering oxidative stress that prompts post-UV inflammation and melanin production, resulting in hyperpigmentation. Despite being mistakenly linked with health and vitality, this "tanned" appearance is a consequence of oxidative stress. 

Although UVB radiation is a small portion of UVR (about 5%), it is highly detrimental to DNA and epidermal keratinocytes, often leading to sunburn and non-melanoma skin cancer. While UV-B radiation stimulates vitamin D synthesis in the skin, achieving optimal vitamin D levels solely through sun exposure is not advisable due to the detrimental effects of excessive sun exposure. 

The Four Pillars of Ageing

Skin Renewal’s holistic skincare strategy is built on four key pillars:

The Connection Between Skin Health and Gut Health

The human skin hosts various microorganisms collectively known as the skin microbiota. This microbiota forms a complex interplay with the epidermis cells, the skin's outermost layer. Beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria have effectively treated certain infections, enhanced immunity, and reduced skin inflammation.

Oral intake of pre-and probiotics has been shown in vivo to rebalance the skin microbiota and enhance skin barrier function. Furthermore, oral probiotics bolster cellular antioxidant capacity and mitigate inflammation.

In addition to these benefits, probiotics are crucial in neutralizing toxic byproducts, protecting the intestinal lining, enhancing nutrient bioavailability, and strengthening the intestinal barrier against harmful microbes that could negatively impact skin health.

To prevent accelerated skin ageing, one can employ a multifaceted approach. This includes utilising topical interventions enriched with scientifically advanced ingredients like growth factors, peptides, and retinol, which aid in maintaining youthful skin structure and function. Additionally, targeted nutritional supplements can fortify the skin from within, promoting overall health and bolstering its resilience. By nurturing the body internally and externally, one can foster a harmonious balance that supports a healthy body and vibrant, youthful-looking skin.

Aesthetic Treatments Available at Skin Renewal For Ageing Skin:

In the dynamic world of cosmetic and medical aesthetics, advancements over the past two decades have led to many sought-after non-surgical treatments catering to the quest for youth and beauty. Skin Renewal clinics offer a range of minimally invasive procedures with minimal downtime and risks. These include laser treatments like Laser Genesis and PICO Laser, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapies such as Limelight, hyaluronic acid-based fillers like Revanesse, Juvederm and Restylane, botulinum toxin injections like Botox and Dysport, chemical peels, radiofrequency procedures like Endymed, microdermabrasion, and mesotherapy.

Factors Contributing to Skin Ageing

Effects

Intense physical and psychological stress, alcohol intake, poor nutrition, overeating, environmental pollution, UV exposure

Premature skin ageing, uneven pigmentation, wrinkles, sagging skin, structural deterioration

Genetic factors such as hormonal status and metabolic reactions (oxidative stress)

Cellular ageing, replicative senescence, decreased cellular renewal, reduced vascular and glandular networks

Hormonal changes (decline in estrogen, testosterone, DHEA, growth hormones)

Thinning of skin, increased wrinkling, decreased moisture, slower cellular renewal

Oxidative stress (UV radiation, air pollution, glycation)

Collagen breakdown, altered cellular renewal cycles, DNA damage, inflammation, reduced skin immunity

Elevated blood sugar levels and glycation

Collagen abnormalities, loss of elasticity, increased rigidity, tendency to rashes and infections

Solar Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) and Infrared (IR) Radiation

Photoaging, dermal connective tissue damage, decreased immunity, oxidative stress, inflammation, collagen degradation, depletion of antioxidants, failure of antioxidant defence systems

Tobacco Smoking

Oxidative stress, impaired blood flow and circulation, DNA damage, "smoker's skin" characteristics (fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, dehydration), improvement upon cessation

Pollution

Premature skin ageing, hyperpigmentation, sluggish skin cell renewal, correlation with poor health status, environmental toxin exposure

frequently asked
questions

Are anti-ageing treatments available at all Skin Renewal clinics?
How can you reverse ageing skin?

Reversing ageing skin involves a combination of treatments and lifestyle changes. Topical retinoids, antioxidants like Vitamin C, and peptides can help rejuvenate the skin by promoting collagen production and improving skin texture.

Professional treatments such as laser resurfacing, chemical peels, and microneedling can also stimulate skin renewal. Additionally, maintaining a healthy diet, protecting the skin from UV exposure with sunscreen, and staying hydrated are crucial for maintaining youthful skin.

Which skin type is more prone to ageing?

Dry skin is more prone to ageing due to its lack of natural moisture. Without adequate hydration, dry skin is more likely to develop fine lines, wrinkles, and a rough texture. Dry skin often lacks the protective barrier natural oils provide, making it more vulnerable to environmental damage and accelerating ageing.

What are the signs of old age?

Common signs of old age in the skin include fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, and sagging. Other signs include a loss of skin elasticity, dryness, and a rough or uneven skin texture. Skin becomes thinner and more prone to bruising and damage as skin ages. Additionally, the natural turnover of skin cells slows down, leading to a duller complexion.

Frequently asked questions

Are anti-ageing treatments available at all Skin Renewal clinics?
How can you reverse ageing skin?

Reversing ageing skin involves a combination of treatments and lifestyle changes. Topical retinoids, antioxidants like Vitamin C, and peptides can help rejuvenate the skin by promoting collagen production and improving skin texture.

Professional treatments such as laser resurfacing, chemical peels, and microneedling can also stimulate skin renewal. Additionally, maintaining a healthy diet, protecting the skin from UV exposure with sunscreen, and staying hydrated are crucial for maintaining youthful skin.

Which skin type is more prone to ageing?

Dry skin is more prone to ageing due to its lack of natural moisture. Without adequate hydration, dry skin is more likely to develop fine lines, wrinkles, and a rough texture. Dry skin often lacks the protective barrier natural oils provide, making it more vulnerable to environmental damage and accelerating ageing.

What are the signs of old age?

Common signs of old age in the skin include fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, and sagging. Other signs include a loss of skin elasticity, dryness, and a rough or uneven skin texture. Skin becomes thinner and more prone to bruising and damage as skin ages. Additionally, the natural turnover of skin cells slows down, leading to a duller complexion.

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