Age-related skin changes at 40-60 years old: features of care

After 40 years, the processes of skin aging begin to actively progress. The level of collagen and elastin decreases, skin dehydration occurs due to a lack of hyaluronic acid.

These changes are also aggravated by a decrease in the secretion of female sex hormones. In this regard, proper care in this age period allows you to maintain and preserve such unstable beauty.

On estet-portal.com read about the features of skin changes after 40 years, as well as about the main nuances of care to maintain her beauty and health at this age.

Skin Changes: Marathon from 40 to 60 years

The level of elastin and collagen after 40 years of age begins to decline rapidly. Lymphatic drainage worsens and slows down, which makes it difficult to remove metabolic products and toxins, and also leads to puffiness of the face in general, and in particular, the area around the eyes.

After the age of 40, sebum secretion decreases and the skin becomes drier.

After 50, collagen and elastin levels continue to decline, leading to wrinkles and loss of skin elasticity. It becomes looser, which leads to sagging of the tissues of the face, neck and décolleté.

After 60, the microcirculation of the skin worsens, it loses its color, becoming paler and paler. Also, due to slower blood circulation, the skin receives less nutrients, which also accelerates the aging process. At this time, benign neoplasms often appear on the face and body.

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Age 40-60: when estrogens lose their power

After the age of 40, there is a decrease in estrogen levels, and by the age of 60, the level of female hormones drops altogether, which leads to:

•    reducing the production of collagen and elastin;

•    reduced blood flow;

•    fat redistribution;

•    increase in melanin production;

•    increasing the inflammatory response, resulting in the skin becoming more sensitive to irritation.

Also, a decrease in female sex hormones is fraught with acne. Without the inhibitory effect of estrogen, testosterone stimulates the secretion of thicker sebum, creating conditions for the formation of comedones.

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Skin care after 40: top beauty secrets

An important point in skin care after 40 years is its constant hydration. When applying a hydration agent, which should be as effective as possible, it is necessary to advise the patient to perform a light facial massage. This will improve microcirculation, lymphatic drainage and reduce swelling.

Particular attention after 40 years should be given to moisturizing the skin from the inside, maintaining the correct drinking regimen.

Also after 40 years, sunscreen should become a constant companion of the patient, as the skin becomes much more sensitive to the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays.

Prevention of aging: what modern cosmetology can offer

To maintain youthful skin, we recommend:

1.    Do not use harsh cleansers.

2.    Refuse to wash with hot water.

3.    Choose non-irritating skin care products that include the following ingredients:

•    vitamin A (retinol), which reduces signs of aging by promoting skin cell renewal and reducing collagen breakdown;

•    Vitamin C. Topical application of vitamin C for at least 12 weeks has been shown to increase collagen production and reduce the appearance of wrinkles;

•    peptides;

•    soothing extracts of white tea, chamomile, licorice, etc.

Thus, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, proper skin care, and caring for your body are the key points for maintaining beauty after 40 years.

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