Skin ageing happens due to intrinsic and extrinsic ageing.
As we age, the rate of loss of the old skin cells from the uppermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum) slows down. The skin gradually gets less translucent and does not retain water so well.
All the skin functions take place more slowly in mature skin. Collagen and elastin fibres which form the framework of the skin begin to loosen. This is intrinsic ageing.
Author: Dr Jaishree Sharad
Consultant Cosmetic Dermatologist, India
Dr Sharad is a CEO of Skinfiniti Aesthetic Skin & Laser Clinic, practising in Mumbai. She is also currently the Vice President of the Cosmetic Dermatology Society of India. She has recently been elected on the executive board of the European Society of Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology. She has spoken at various international conferences and meetings.
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