Combatting the earliest signs of ageing

Ageing is a natural process that changes the skin shape and structure, as well as the overall appearance of the skin. But what are the most common early signs of ageing? And what are the effective treatment options to combat the earliest signs of ageing?

What are the earliest signs of ageing?

There are a number of early signs of ageing that can make you appear older than you really are. These include:

Fine lines and wrinkles- These are the most noticeable early signs. With fine lines being the first to appear, most often around the eyes (crow’s feet), mouth, and forehead. They’re usually shallow and delicate. Wrinkles may also begin to form. These are deeper lines that become more prominent as the production of collagen and elastin slows down.
Loss of elasticity and firmness- Another key early ageing sign is the loss of elasticity and firmness within the skin, which leads to sagging around the jawline, cheeks and neck.
Dullness and dryness- Often overlooked as an early sign of ageing, skin can become duller and drier due to the decrease in skin cell turnover, and moisture loss. This can make skin drier and more prone to flakiness and irritation.
Hyperpigmentation- This is another issue caused by early ageing, and this forms patches of skin that are darker than your usual skin tone, as a result of sun exposure. As such, these often appear on areas of the body that are more prone to sun exposure, like the face, hands, and arms.
Changes in skin texture- As a natural part of the ageing process, the skin may feel rougher and less smooth due to a decrease in collagen and hyaluronic acid.

What are the effective treatment options to combat the earliest signs of ageing?

There are a number of different and effective aesthetic treatment options to choose from when aiming to reduce the visible signs of early ageing. These include:

Dermal fillers
Mesotherapy
Chemical peels
Dermal fillers to fight the earliest signs of ageing

Dermal fillers can bring a number of benefits when aiming to reduce the visible signs of ageing. These include:

Filling in lines and wrinkles- Dermal fillers are made of a naturally occurring substance known as hyaluronic acid, and this can be injected into lines and wrinkles to plump them up and smooth out the skin’s surface. This is particularly effective for nasolabial folds (the lines that extend from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth), marionette lines (the lines that extend from the corners of the mouth to the chin), and crow’s feet.
Restoring volume loss- As discussed above, sagging skin is one of the biggest signs of early ageing, and this often occurs when the production of collagen decreases. Dermal fillers can be used to restore this lost volume in a range of areas, including the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes, giving the face a more youthful and lifted appearance.
Improving facial contours- Fillers can also be used to enhance the definition of the jawline and chin, creating a more sculpted and youthful facial contour.
Hydrating the skin- Finally, hyaluronic acid fillers can attract and retain moisture, helping to improve skin hydration and plumpness. This can help to resolve issues like dry and dehydrated skin.
Mesotherapy to combat the earliest signs of ageing

Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves injecting small amounts of a customised cocktail of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and plant extracts into the middle layer of the skin (the mesoderm). This can be very beneficial for treating the earliest signs of ageing in a number of ways, including:

Stimulates collagen production- Many of the ingredients used in mesotherapy, such as hyaluronic acid and vitamins, stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, two key proteins that give skin its firmness and elasticity. This can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as to boost the skin’s visual appearance.
Improves skin hydration- The combination of treatment given in the injections can be very effective for boosting the skin’s hydration from within.
Chemical peels

Chemical peels are a popular non-surgical treatment for improving the appearance of ageing skin, bringing a number of benefits including:

Exfoliation- Chemical peels use acids to remove the outermost layers of the skin, exfoliating away dead skin cells, revealing smoother, fresher skin underneath. This can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture.
Stimulation of collagen production- The process of exfoliation can trigger the production of new collagen, a key protein that provides skin with structure and support. Increased collagen production can improve skin firmness and elasticity, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin.
Improvement of skin tone and texture- Chemical peels can help to fade age spots, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve overall skin tone and texture.

For more information or advice about dermal fillers, mesotherapy, or chemical peels, get in touch with Preston’s leading experts today, here at The Skin and Wellbeing Clinic.