10 years ago, scientists proposed two new mechanisms of skin aging. While the world of aesthetics was talking mostly about collagen depletion, these scientists suggested something different: It’s the overproduction of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs.) on one hand and the reduced production of heat shock proteins (HSPs) on the other. They believed that the modulation of …
Summer has arrived! The days are long, and the sun is bright. As we venture into the sunny outdoors, it is important to remember that too much sun can be harmful to our skin. Wrinkles, fine lines and pigmentation changes are inevitable woes as we age. While we like to place blame on getting older, …
Our skin is a big deal – literally. With a total area of around 20 square feet and a weight of several kilos it is not only the most visible but also the largest organ in the body. In fact, each inch is made up of 19 million skin cells, 650 sweat glands, 20 blood …
When it comes to skincare, there are countless alleged “miracle” serums and elixirs. Fact is, only a handful of active substances are clinically proven to have anti-aging effects. Retinol – a derivative of vitamin A – is considered the ultimate anti-aging ingredient. Speeding up cell turnover, it thickens the skin, and boosts and protects the …
