No matter how far medicine and cosmetology have come, it is still impossible to fulfill many women's dreams to stop skin aging. However, slowing down this process is quite realistic. Instead of discussing expensive procedures, let's look at the lifestyle, genetic, and health factors that affect skin aging.
Dr. Mary
The main cause of aging
Beginning around 25-30 years old, the skin naturally slows down collagen synthesis, reducing the hyaluronic acid content and making it less elastic and moisturized. Cell regeneration also slows down with age, and capillaries become brittle, impairing blood supply. However, the speed and severity of these changes depend primarily on genes. Genes determine the baseline levels of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid—the main components that keep skin firm, elastic, and moisturized. Look at your parents for a preview of how your skin might age. The better their skin looks, the better your chance of retaining your youthful appearance for the long term.
Equally important is your skin type, which is usually inherited. For example, dry skin shows signs of aging earlie...
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