Ageing Uneven Skin

The truth about ageing skin

As we grow older, our skin experiences several significant changes. The skin's natural support system begins to break down, causing fine lines, wrinkles and loss of elasticity. Additionally, the skins surface begins to show dark and light spots, roughness and redness. Even though 90% of premature ageing is due to harmful free radicals causes by UV radiation from sun exposure, stress, pollution, smoking, pesticides and other modern day hazards also play a role.

Skin starts to age long before the visible signs of fine lines and wrinkles appear on the surface. Infact, most of the ground work for ageing is laid down before the age of 18 as a direct result of too much unprotected sun exposure. As sun damage is accumulative, even a stroll on a cloudy day contributes to a prematurely aged skin. Dermatologists and skin professionals agree - wear a sunscreen daily, preferably containing zinc oxide, with an SPF 30+.

The skin test

  • Do you see fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, forehead and neck?
  • Does your skin not "bounce back" when lifted with your fingers?
  • Do you notice skin discolorations such as dark and light spots?
  • Does your skin appear to be thinner with visible capillaries?
  • Does you skin feel rough and look sallow, lacklustre and dull?

Expert guidance for ageing/uneven skin

Gently cleanse and exfoliate the skin regularly to remove thickened, aged skin cells.

Exfoliating also normalises skin, minimising the appearance of lines, roughness and spots and brightens skin tone.

Keep your skin well hydrated by using a moisturiser that balances skin lipids and natural moisture levels.

Use key ingredients such as vitamin A, AHAs, BHAs and phytoestrogens to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin texture.

Incorporate antioxidants, such as vitamins E and C, and plant extracts into your skin care to help prevent the visible signs of ageing by protecting skin.

Use skin-brightening products to help diminish the appearance of age spots and improve skin tone.

Formulas with botanical extracts combined with AHAs and BHAs produce effective results.

Protect your skin daily with a sunscreen containing zinc oxide with a minimum SPF 30.

To achieve the highest level of results possible treat your skin to professional facials and peels - visit your skin care specialist.

Opt for natural light therapy that won't damage the skin but will visibly improve skin appearance.