Understanding Skin Aging: Causes and Prevention

The aging of the skin is a complex process that cannot be attributed solely to genetics or the use of unsuitable cosmetics. Both internal and external factors contribute to the degeneration of the skin over time.

Internal Factors 
Internal factors that influence skin aging include hormonal changes, a slowdown in cellular and skin functions, a decrease in skin moisture levels, an increase in free radicals, stress, and lack of sleep. While many of these processes are natural and unavoidable, their effects can be delayed with the right approach.

External Factors and Habits 
External factors and certain lifestyle choices significantly impact the aging of the skin. Overexposure to the sun, use of tanning beds, environmental pollution, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, regular alcohol consumption, inadequate water intake, and the use of inappropriate cosmetics all contribute to skin aging.

How Can We Preserve Our Skin's Youth?

To maintain youthful skin, it’s essential to focus on two key areas: leading a healthy lifestyle and using cosmetics that are appropriate for your skin type.

Healthy Lifestyle Tips

• Stay Hydrated: Just as water is crucial for the body’s overall health, it is vital for maintaining skin elasticity and preventing wrinkles caused by dehydration.
• Eat a Balanced Diet: Incorporate plenty of vegetables, fruits, and vitamins into your diet, and engage in regular physical activity.
• Get Quality Sleep: Ensure you’re getting enough restful sleep to support your skin’s regeneration.
• Sun Protection: While sunbathing isn’t off-limits, it’s important to do so responsibly. Gradually acclimate your skin to sun exposure at the beginning of summer, starting with just 10 minutes a day and gradually increasing the time. However, avoid spending more than 1.5 hours in the sun daily, and always use adequate sun protection to prevent skin inflammation and issues like unwanted pigmentation.

Choosing the Right Cosmetics

Establishing a well-structured skincare routine is crucial. Along with addressing your current skin concerns, incorporate active ingredients that prevent aging, such as flavonoids, vitamins, and moisturizing agents.

• For Younger Skin: We recommend the Sea Buckthorn Booster or Sour Cherry & Blackthorn Moisturizer for prevention. The Sea Buckthorn Booster, packed with cantaloupe, elderberry, black currant, and sea buckthorn, provides a vitamin-rich boost to the skin. Its high antioxidant content helps delay aging and increases resistance to environmental stressors. The Sour Cherry & Blackthorn Moisturizer, rich in cherry flavonoids, fights aging with powerful antioxidants. Its mineral and iron-rich blackthorn revitalizes pale skin, while the light foaming cream preserves skin youthfulness and nourishes it with essential vitamins.
• For Mature Skin: We recommend the Hyaluron & Peptide product line. As we age, the building blocks responsible for skin youth and elasticity—such as hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastic fibers—diminish, making their replenishment essential. The Hyaluron & Peptide line contains yucca, which is rich in phytoestrogens that promote skin regeneration. Gingko leaf extract enhances skin tone and blood circulation, while horsetail, loaded with flavonoids, serves as a potent antioxidant. Mallow seeds, rich in vitamins C, B1, B2, A, beta-carotene, calcium, and iron, supply the skin with vital nutrients. Hyaluron, in three molecular sizes, ensures both external and internal hydration. Hydrolyzed pea protein has antioxidant, moisturizing, and smoothing effects, helping to reduce oxidative stress and supporting collagen synthesis for skin renewal. Vitamin F, Omega 3, and Omega 6 fatty acids nourish and regenerate the skin, contribute to cell membrane construction, and protect the epidermis. Aloe, gingko, cold-pressed oils, and germ oils in the product help balance the skin's natural fat and moisture levels.