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Age Management

Ageing occurs as our  skins cells become damaged (a combination of UVA/UVB damage, diet and environmental aggressors).  This results in collagen and elastin damage, volume loss and discolouration on the surface of the skin.  Because our skin cells turn over approximately every 6 weeks, if we can repair the skin cells at a deep dermal level, this repair then reflects on the surface of the skin, leaving our skin much smoother, clearer, tighter and younger looking.  This is possible and results can be excellent.

Any age management routine should start with a natural stimulation of these dermal cells and depending on how damaged the skin is a course of between 2 and 4 in clinic dermarollers will be recommended.  This treatment involves a micro needling technique to stimulate collagen and elastin.

Because we want to ensure that skin is repaired from within, we then encourage a home roller technique, which should be used between 4 to 7 times a week, to push essential transdermal nutrients in the form of serums or creams into the skin. This will continue to improve the skin and maintain it against future damage or deterioration.

The right serums and creams are essential as only ‘active’ ingredients will make any difference to the skin.  Topical Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Growth Factors and Hyaluronic Acis are all essential components of the skin cell and by adding these to the skin, improvements will continue on an ongoing basis.

It is important not to underestimate the correct skin products but to ensure those used are medically based with a thorough scientific basis.  The best products for measurable improvements are Obagi, Danne Montague King, Jan Marini and Environ.  Product choice will depend on severity of damage to be repaired, how quickly a result is desired and patient budget.

It is important to increase skin health as a priority and then other ageing issues can be addressed if still needed or desired.

Examples include:

Volume loss caused by fat loss can usually be corrected by subtle use of Hyaluronic based Dermal Fillers such as Juvederm.  Primarily used for volume loss in the cheek and naso labial area and around the lip area.

Jowls and double chins can be targeted by using Radio Frequency to break down accumulated fat and remodel jawlines and under-chin areas.

Botox can be used to relax dominant muscles such as frown lines and crows feet, to give features a softer appearance.

Everyone patient is individual and has individual needs and priorities, however the above are the most effective ways of combating the ageing process, giving skin a real boost and ensuring a younger, softer, firmer and more radiant skin. 

This article was written by: Kate, Face the Future RGN