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Ageing through life

There are two types of factors in facial ageing and wrinkles, internal (or chronological) and external (or environmental):

Internal factors are those that happen to you over time, primarily caused by genetics and natural ageing processes. External factors are things in the world around you that have an impact on ageing. These two factors result in non-visible and visible effects on your face. Visible effects are those you can see with the naked eye.

The speed at which these ageing and wrinkles change occur varies depending on the scope and extent of environmental factors and genetics.

Cause

Internal
Genetics
Breakdown of cellular structures and processes
Reduced bone density
Hormonal changes
Other

External
Photoageing (prolonged exposure to sunlight)
Smoking
Facial expressions
Sleep position
Gravity

Non-Visible Effects that cause ageing and wrinkles

Internal
Reduction of collagen
Reduction of elastin
Reduction of hyaluronic acid
Fat loss and redistribution
Dermal thinning
Bone resorption

External
Epidermal thickening
Dermal thinning

Visible Effects

Internal
Wrinkles and folds
Fine lines
Drooping eyelids
Hollowed cheeks
Jowls
Dry skin

External
Wrinkles and folds
Rough skin
Blemishes and pigmentation

Use our  interactive tool to see the visible effects
Last Updated on Friday, 13 August 2010 08:16