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Phenomenon of Skin Aging
The more we know about the physical causes of the skin-aging process, the more obvious using targeted skincare to counteract the signs of skin aging becomes - especially when it comes to the face. This primarily has to do with reducing and preventing wrinkles, as well as firming facial contours.
The skin's aging processes are complex and affect different skin structures. Genetic factors do play a part, but other factors often influenced by our lifestyle - frequent sunbathing and smoking - play an even bigger part. Long term, these factors result in a clear decrease in the content of hyaluronic acid in the skin. Hyaluronic acid molecules are the major component of the skin's connective tissue and are responsible for a young, firm and smooth look. A decline in hyaluronic acid leads to a loss of skin volume resulting in wrinkles. In addition, the aging process is accompanied by a drop in your metabolic rate and collagen metabolism, as well as a weakening of the capacity of the cells to regenerate.
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