Skin ageing

Feeling comfortable with one's age means feeling good in one's skin, regardless of how old one is. At Typology, we don't prevent skin from ageing. We offer effective products that are true to themselves, without over-promising. Skincare that doesn't pretend to be anything other than what it is.

Wrinkles are emblematic of skin ageing and are sometimes demonised as unsightly. While it is now established that their onset can be delayed and their visibility reduced through an appropriate skincare routine and, where necessary, aesthetic medical interventions, one question still lingers in many minds: is it possible to eliminate wrinkles entirely? Let us explore the scientific literature together to seek an answer.

Throughout life, the body's cells are subjected to oxidative stress. This refers to the generation of highly reactive molecules known as free radicals. These are ubiquitous in the process of cellular metabolism and can interact with DNA, proteins, and polyunsaturated fatty acids in the body, causing DNA chain breaks and oxidative damage such as lipid metabolism oxidation.
All these alterations are the primary internal causes of ageing and skin dysfunctions. This observation has led to a medical revolution that has emphasised the importance of antioxidants and free radical scavengers in the prevention and management of skin ageing.

Nutrition is the cornerstone of our lives, and diet is the primary means for the body to obtain the substances necessary for its growth and maintenance. Numerous scientific studies have proven that an imbalance in nutrition and poor dietary habits are significant causes of ageing. So, what should we eat to not accelerate the appearance of wrinkles, or even slow it down?

Wrinkles, loss of skin elasticity, pigment spots… Skin ageing manifests differently in every individual. While age plays a major role, it is not the only factor. Our lifestyle and our environment also influence the quality of our skin and how it ages. What are the different factors behind skin ageing? Let us explore together the intrinsic and extrinsic origins of cutaneous ageing.