Skin ageing-No one wants
Skin aging is notorious and affects everyone\'s life; no one wants to grow old or at least expose their age through wrinkles, pigmentation, or sagging of the skin. Skin aging is a natural process that affects everyone throughout their lives. While it is inevitable, many individuals seek to minimize visible signs of aging such as wrinkles, pigmentation, and skin sagging. This universal concern stems from societal pressures and personal desires to maintain a youthful appearance.
Common signs of skin aging:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation
- Loss of elasticity and firmness
- Dryness and roughness
- Thinning of the skin
Wrinkles; under-eye puffiness; uneven skin tone; and volume loss around the eyes, midface, and lips add to the perception of increased age.
Studies have revealed that there are intrinsic and extrinsic factors that are responsible for skin aging.
- Intrinsic- Age, Gender, Ethnicity- males are more prone to have early skin aging.
- Extrinsic-
- Air pollution,
- Sun exposure (UV rays),
- Smoking,
- Heavy alcohol intake,
- Low body mass index (thing people),
- Low socio-economic status.
Oxidative stress because of free radicals generation is the leading cause of skin damage. Smoking generates free radicals that impair repair mechanisms and decrease the turnover of extracellular matrix components, such as collagen and elastin production, resulting in early indications of skin aging. The consumption of alcohol weakens the skin\'s defense system against oxidative stress. Diet and nutrition-
Nutrition is closely linked to skin health and all biological processes from youth to aging.
- Water intake is crucial for skin hydration-2L of water per day is a must
- Trace elements like zinc, copper, iron, and selenium play important roles in skin health
- Vitamins must-enhance skin\'s antioxidant defense
- Protein intake is essential for skin renewal and repair- at least 40-50 Gm of protein per day
- Dietary habits, including high-fat diets, smoking, and alcohol consumption-absolutely NO
- High sugar intake and processed foods not at all
