Mature skin: features and care
Published March 27, 2023 by Andressa Maravieski
Mature skin has specific characteristics and care.
Of course, with the passage of time, the skin loses elasticity and hydration, which can result in a more aged and tired appearance. However, mature skin is not always age-related.
Understanding why your skin looks different and knowing how to care for it is critical to maintaining your skin's health and enhancing its natural beauty.
What are the characteristics of mature skin?
Mature skin is, in general, thinner, more sensitive and delicate.
It accentuates expression lines, dryness, sagging, stains and dark circles. The coloration may become more yellowish and the reddish vessels may stand out.
You may experience flattening of the cheekbones, drooping of the eyebrows and the tip of the nose.
Pockets appear in the eyelid region and furrows on the lips.
The facial contour becomes more blurred, showing asymmetries.
You may also notice difficulty in your skin healing.
But calm down! If you identified yourself with one, several or all of the characteristics listed about mature skin.
Knowing the reasons why your skin is changing so quickly can help you better deal with these particularities and minimize them if you want to.
Why is my skin changing?
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There are several factors that cause these changes. Let's go to them:
First of all, we must remember that the function of the skin is to protect our entire organism against external aggressions, in addition to maintaining our body temperature.
Over time, approximately from the age of 30, the skin begins to perform some functions more slowly and to reduce the production of some substances.
In menopause, for example, due to hormonal changes, there is a drop in estrogen production, which is responsible for cell renewal and the synthesis of collagen (protein) and elastin, which ensure firmness and elasticity. The consequence you've already read and felt: thinner skin and signs of aging.
The protective function of our skin is also compromised by the decrease in sebaceous secretion and difficulty in healing.
In addition to the skin, your body also feels it, as collagen is present in our tendons and bones and the drop in its production can lead to more joint pain, weakened muscles and stiffening ligaments.
These changes happen naturally, but there are others that are caused by your lifestyle. Diet, stress, exposure to the sun, sedentary lifestyle and smoking can all influence the appearance and health of your skin.
That's why when talking about mature skin it's important to look at these various aspects, not just your age.
What care should I take with mature skin?
When we talk about skin care, especially facial skin, we have to remember that the steps of cleansing, toning, moisturizing and protecting are, at the very least, the beginning of our care.
p>You will need discipline for your skincare routine and choose the right ones your products.
For cleaning and toning, prefer cosmetics that are more gentle. Avoid very hot water and the use of sponges to clean your skin.
At the time of hydration, look for products specific to your age and needs. Products with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C are the most sought after.
Also have a specific product for the eye line.
There are several options of vitamins and acids that help with cell renewal, whitening spots, healing, reduce oiliness, stimulate collagen production, among other functions. Examples are: salicylic, glycolic, retinoic, mandelic, kojic, feluric, lactic and others, in addition to the hyaluronic acid that we have already mentioned. Each of them with different indications and benefits.
Be very careful, though! Before investing in the product that you think is ideal, consult your dermatologist and find out what are the particularities of your skin. If used incorrectly, they can cause permanent damage.
The protection phase is indispensable! Sunscreen with or without base color is a must-have item in your cosmetics, especially if you use antioxidant products.
Sun radiation, heat sources and blue light (from electronic equipment) can accelerate the aging process and cause skin cancer. That's why it's mandatory to protect it.
Also remember to do some physical activity regularly. Blood circulation will improve, it will guarantee you a deeper sleep, stimulate cell renewal in addition to helping you relieve stress and promote a feeling of well-being. Result that feels on the skin!
Nutritional care is also essential for the health of mature skin. Avoid excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, industrialized, sugary, high-sodium or high-fat foods.
Experts say that at this stage the increased consumption of proteins, citrus and red fruits help your body to produce more collagen.
Drinking plenty of water is another behavior that should be mandatory in your routine and will not only benefit your skin but the functioning of the entire organism by keeping it hydrated and helping to eliminate toxins.
Another care option that you can have with mature skin is supplementation. Medical follow-up and regular examinations may indicate that some substances necessary for the proper functioning of your body have altered production levels and should be adjusted.
In addition to natural care, you can also opt for various types of aesthetic procedures. Currently, there are a variety of options, from the simplest to the more invasive ones. All will depend on the evaluation and follow-up of your dermatologist and plastic surgeon.
The gymnastics/facial self-massages have been yet another form of self-care publicized on social networks with the offer of courses and workshops. It is worth checking out the opportunities and researching the qualifications of the professionals involved.
What is valid in this phase of identification and care for mature skin is that it is a light process, of self-knowledge and self-esteem.
Get informed whenever you can and look for ways to go through these transformations in a healthier way and with self-compassion.
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