At what age should I start using anti-wrinkle cream?

THE SKIN AGING PROCESS

As your skin ages, it becomes the site of several chain reactions in its different layers. So, before wondering at what age to start using anti-wrinkle cream , take the time to discover how and why your skin changes over the years.

• Dermis: Fibroblasts involved in the synthesis of fibrous proteins are less active. The thinning and fragmentation of collagen and elastin fibers alters the mechanical properties of the dermis. The skin sags (ptosis) and loses its firmness. Wrinkles deepen.

• Dermo-epidermal junction: by flattening under the effect of dermal atrophy, it reduces the exchange surface between the epidermis and the dermis and impacts the metabolism of epidermal cells.

• Epidermis: the frequency of cell renewal slows down and dead cells, instead of being eliminated, accumulate on the surface. The skin has a typical rough and dull appearance.
  

THE CAUSES OF AGING

Skin aging is a complex phenomenon that relies on the combination of several factors.

• Endogenous factors: genetic heritage, drop in estrogen, free radicals.
• Exogenous factors: tobacco consumption, environmental aggressions, diet.

Actinic aging differs from physiological aging. It is caused by exposure to UV rays and leads to skin alterations independent of the biological process, including solar elastosis (thickening of the skin, deep wrinkles).

There is a difference between an anti-aging cream and an anti-wrinkle cream. The former acts preventively against all age-related skin problems (hyperpigmentation, microcirculation, etc.). The latter targets established or emerging wrinkles and fine lines, helping to diminish their appearance.

Your skin loses approximately 1% of its collagen every year starting at age 25. However, there's no justification for using an anti-wrinkle cream on skin that's still young and capable of regenerating at a rapid pace. You can, however, begin incorporating an anti-aging treatment into your routine to preserve your youthful appearance.

So, at what age should you start using anti-wrinkle cream? We advise you to monitor the appearance of the first wrinkles on your face before taking action. Depending on individual genetic predispositions, the need for targeted cosmetics is generally felt around age 35. Would you like to benefit from expert advice? Book your free video consultation with our experts!

No need to wonder at what age to start using anti-wrinkle cream: our experts will guide you through your anti-aging strategy. Following a complete and precise skin analysis, they will select and dose the botanical active ingredients to offer you a personalized treatment, perfectly suited to your skin's needs.

Among our botanical assets:

• Acmella (muscle relaxant): limits the formation of expression lines and deep wrinkles.
• Centella asiatica (firming): boosts collagen production and helps to plump the skin.
• Bakuchiol (“plant retinol”): stimulates protein synthesis and prevents the degradation of fibrous networks.
• Acerola: rich in vitamin C, this medicinal plant limits collagen degradation. It is also a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals.
• Marula: hydrates and nourishes the skin while protecting it from external aggressions (UV rays, fine dust, etc.).