Aging is an inevitable time-bound natural process among humans. As years pass, cells slow down the production of essential molecules such as elastin that keeps the skin plump and supple. As you age, wrinkles, contours and lines begin to form on your face. Your skin begins to sag, and your appearance changes. Other than time, factors such as genetics, environment and health can influence aging. This article highlights the different types of facial aging and the options for rejuvenation treatment in Ottawa.
Different Types of Facial Aging
We all experience aging in our unique ways. Here are five main types of facial aging:
Intrinsic facial aging
This refers to the type of skin maturity influenced by genetics and the passage of time. As a result of the course of time and genetics, the skin begins to reveal fine lines and wrinkles as well as begin to thin. Thinning of the outermost skin layer may lead to a paler complexion.
Extrinsic facial aging
This form of facial aging can be influenced by the following:
- Sun exposure
- Pollutants
- Blue light
- Skincare routine
While small exposures to the above factors may not cause immediate changes in your facial skin, prolonged exposure makes your skin rough and thicker with deep wrinkles. Hyperpigmentation is also a possibility.
Lifestyle facial aging
This type of facial aging is influenced by your way of life. The following are some lifestyle-related practices that can impact the health of your facial skin:
- Smoking
- Diet
- Stress
- Exercise
Smoking, in particular, can result in deepening facial lines and greying your skin.
Hormonal facial aging
Hormones such as estrogen are vital to our body’s chemical makeup. Over time, levels of estrogen begin to reduce, leading to menopause. As a result of the reduction in estrogen levels, the skin no longer receives the same signals as before and can rapidly begin to sag or appear to be pulling away from the face.
Catabolic facial aging
This form of facial aging is induced by chronic disease and conditions like:
- Hypothyroidism
- Cancer
- Diabetes
As a result of facial aging caused by these health conditions, your face is likely to become dry or itchy, with a possible sensitivity to products.
Treatment Options For Facial Aging
While reversing the aging process that comes over time is impossible, you can use different treatment options to keep your skin healthy and glowing. At Dermis Advanced Skin Care, we have experience in treating various skin types and different types of facial aging.
Professionals at Dermis Advanced Skin Care take their time understanding the results you seek and then recommend the most appropriate treatment option to help you achieve your skincare goals.
Our treatment options for facial aging help reducing:
- Appearance of wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation
- Dark spots
- Sagging skin
Some of our treatment options include:
- Micro-needling
- Chemical peels
- Rejuvenation treatment
Micro-Needling
Aestheticians at Dermis Advanced Skin Care use micro-needling, which involves pricking the skin with small, thin needles to elicit its defence response, thereby inducing collagen and elastin to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Chemical Peels
At Dermis Advanced Skin Care, we use chemical peels (acids) to reset the skin by removing dead skin cells and epidermis to promote the growth of new cells, making your skin hydrated and refreshed. Some of our chemical treatments will simultaneously exfoliate, infuse and stimulate your skin.
Rejuvenation Treatment
This minimally invasive procedure uses your own platelets to elicit a healing response in your body by stimulating the growth of proteins like elastin and collagen that have been slowed down due to aging. These proteins help with the repair of various types of damaged skin.
At Dermis Advanced Skin Care, we are passionate about getting our clients results that enhance their natural facial features to make them feel beautiful. We strive to answer any questions our clients might have so that they can achieve their skincare goals. Please get in touch with us today to learn more about our services.
