The Ageing Face

By recognising the signs of ageing and managing them early, you can maintain a youthful and natural appearance, as well as avoid the need for surgery for years to come. DermiCo can show you how.....

In your 20's
While your skin may look great in your early 20's, late nights, sun exposure and parties may result in the first signs of ageing by the end of this decade. This is a good time to start looking at where the lines are beginning to appear and the general quality of your skin. High quality skin care products are ideal to reverse sun damage, repair skin and slow the ageing process. Choose products with retin A, vitamin C and E, as well as hydroxyacids. Wear a sunscreen (SPF 30) every day, and re-apply every few hours in summer. Anti-wrinkle injections can be commenced as a preventative measure in your mid- late 20's, depending on your skin type. Fillers can be used for those who have deep nasolabial folds or for lip enhancement.

In your 30's
Juggling family and work responsibilities leaves little time for self-care. Wrinkles around the eyes, frown and forehead deepen and skin quality worsens. Tissue is lost in the tear troughs, cheeks and nasolabial folds. Pigmentation, broken capillaries and fine lines may begin to appear. This is the ideal time to invest in high quality skin care and start cosmetic injections. They will help manage the signs of ageing as they appear, helping you look younger without obvious change.

In your 40's
During this decade there is a rapid decline estrogen and human growth hormone. This results in a period of accelerated ageing that can be quite dramatic. The brow droops and frown lines and tear troughs deepen, making you look tired and angry. The jowls and corners of the mouth droop, making your look sad. Skin care products are no longer sufficient and if you haven't commenced cosmetic injections, then there's no time waste. Regular anti-wrinkle injections, can help restore lost volume and soften lines. Meticulous use of skin care products will help you look fresher and better for your age. In some cases, this may also be the time to look at Threads to improve sagging areas.

50's and over

In most cases, menopause has well and truly taken it's toll by now. If you haven't yet commenced cosmetic injections, do not despair. A step-wise program can be developed to help restore a more youthful appearance with time. A combination of anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels and Threads can be used to improve sagging and skin tone as well as restore volume to the face. Your cosmetic practitioner will recommend an optimal plan for you. See Cosmetic Photos.