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How inflammation is accelerating skin aging (and what you can do about it)

By Rachael Rosewood

How inflammation is accelerating skin aging (and what you can do about it)

When we think about skin aging, factors like sun exposure and getting older come to mind. However, there's a hidden culprit that's just as damaging-- and it's happening beneath the surface of your skin. Meet skinflammaging, the process where chronic inflammation accelerates skin aging. 

WHAT IS SKINFLAMMAGING?

Skinflammaging (or inflammaging) is a term used to describe how low-grade, chronic inflammation contributes to premature aging of the skin. While inflammation is a natural part of the body's healing process, when it becomes prolonged or excessive, it can damage the skin at a cellular level. 

THE LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF SKIN INFLAMMATION

Skinflammaging doesn't just impact the way your skin looks-- it also affects how it functions.

Inflammation triggers an immune response in the skin that can release inflammatory mediators like histamine and cytokines. Cytokines stimulate melanocytes (your pigment-producing cells) leading to hyperpigmentation, and may contribute to the formation of melasma. Blood vessels in the skin to widen, leading to redness and swelling. The increased permeability of blood vessels can allow fluid to leak into the surrounding tissues, causing further swelling. 

Inflammatory cells release enzymes, specifically proteases like elastase, collagenase, and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), that disrupt the production and integrity of the collagen. Overtime, the persistent inflammation, can result in fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, dullness, hyperpigmentation and rosacea.

WHAT CAUSES CHRONIC INFLAMMATION IN THE SKIN?

Your skin faces inflammatory triggers every day, such as:

  • Environmental Stressors: Pollution, wildfires, harsh wind and UV exposure damage the skin barrier, increase oxidative stress. 
  • Lifestyle Choices: Poor diet, lack of sleep, and stress can all contribute to inflammation. 
  • Skin Conditions: Conditions like acne, dehydration, rosacea and eczema keep the skin in a constant inflammatory state. 
  • Skincare Products: Using products that are incompatible with your skin, layering too many exfoliating ingredients, or product that contain too many stimulating ingredients can all worsen inflammation.

THE SOLUTION: TARGETING INFLAMMATION AT THE SOURCE

We take a comprehensive approach by combining advanced in-clinic treatments with clinically proven skincare to restore balance and keep your skin strong, resilient, and radiant. 

Skincare to Prevent and Correct

  • Alto Advanced Defense & Repair Serum - A next-generation antioxidant powerhouse that naturalized free radicals, calms inflammation and strengthen's the skin's defense against environmental stressors. 
  • Mystro Active Balance Serum - Designed to restore skin harmony, this innovate formula reduces redness, evens skin tone, and enhances the skin's ability to regulate inflammation
  • Beta Gel - A must-have for inflamed, acne-prone or reactive skin. Beta Gel uses beta-glucan and powerful antioxidants to accelerate healing, reduce irritation and boost the skin's immune response. 
  • Stone Crop Masque - Packed with hydrating and anti-inflammatory botanicals, this masque deeply nourishes while reducing redness and irritation. 
  • Calm Skin Arnica Masque - A clinically proven, herbal blend of arnica and marigold works to comfort sensitive, redness-prone skin and strengthen the capillaries in the skin. 

Daily Protection: The Non-Negotiable Step

  • Face Shield SPF 50 - A mineral-based, antioxidant-rich sunscreen that shields against UVA, UVB, blue light and environmental stressors while calming and protecting the skin
  • SunBetter Tone Smart SPF 70 - High level defense against UVA, UVB and blue light while supporting skin health. 

In-clinic Treatments 

  • The Glacial Treatment - Our most advanced cooling therapy, designed to target inflammation at the source. Using Cryomodulation, the Glacial treatment instantly calms redness and soothes the skin– making it a game-changer for skin experiencing chronic inflammation. 

TAKE CONTROL OF SKINFLAMMAGING

Inflammation may be the silent culprit behind premature aging, but with the right skincare, treatments and daily habits, you can protect and strengthen your skin for the long term. Whether you're looking for professional guidance, in-clinic treatments, or curated skincare solutions, our team is here to help you achieve beautiful skin. 

Book a Dermal Imaging + Consultation today and let's build your skin's defense against inflammation together. 

Rachael Rosewood