Understanding How Skin Ages and the Best Ways to Fight the Signs of Aging 

Understanding How Skin Ages and the Best Ways to Fight the Signs of Aging 

While there is nothing wrong with aging gracefully and accepting the way your face and body changes with age, some people experience issues with confidence and self-esteem when they notice signs of aging. Understanding how your skin changes with age can help you take preventive measures to protect your skin and develop a skin care regimen that reduces the effects of aging. You can also consider surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures that can help you fight signs of aging. 

Dr. Maloney is a Harvard-educated plastic surgeon in Tucson, AZ who can help you determine which skin care products and cosmetics procedures are right for you. Our skin care specialists and aestheticians at Maloney Plastic Surgery can help you find safe, effective solutions that reduce signs of aging and improve your confidence and self-esteem. Read on to learn more about how your skin changes with age, and then call us to schedule a skin consultation. 

How Your Skin Changes with Age

Your skin can change as you age due to environmental factors, genetics, nutrition, health, and other factors. The biggest factor that affects the aging of skin is sun exposure. Your body also produces less collagen and elastin as you age. Collagen and elastin are proteins that are responsible for the health, strength, and elasticity of the connective tissue and skin. Sun-exposed areas will experience more noticeable effects in reduced collagen and elastin production. The blood vessels in the top layers of your skin will also become more fragile as you age, which can lead to minor bruising or bleeding under the skin. All these factors combined can cause signs of aging like:

  • Fine lines 
  • Deep wrinkles
  • Rosacea or cherry angiomas
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Rough or uneven skin
  • Age spots or liver spots
  • Dry, itchy skin and skin irritation
  • Volume loss or sunken areas in your face, neck, chest, and hands
  • Loose or sagging skin on your face, jawline, and neck
  • Growths like skin tags and warts
  • Unwanted hair growth on the face

How to Prevent or Reduce Signs of Aging 

The best ways to prevent or reduce the signs of aging are to follow a healthy diet and consistent skin care regimen, and reduce your exposure to the sun and toxins. Here are some tips for reducing the signs of aging or preventing them before they occur:

  • Wear sunscreen every day and limit your sun exposure
  • Stay hydrated
  • Use skin care products that are formulated for your skin type and skin concerns
  • Follow the advice of your physician, nutritionist, and dermatologist
  • Avoid excessive alcohol use
  • Quit smoking or using tobacco products
  • Follow a healthy diet and avoid excessive sugar, fats, oils, and refined or processed foods

The Most Effective Surgical and Nonsurgical Anti-Aging Procedures 

Dr. Maloney and our team at Maloney Plastic Surgery can also help you explore surgical and nonsurgical anti-aging procedures that can reduce or eliminate the signs of aging. We specialize in:

  • Botox
  • Lip fillers
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Laser skin resurfacing
  • Chemical peels
  • DiamondGlow facials
  • Skin tightening procedures
  • Sciton laser treatments
  • Dermal fillers
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Face lift
  • Neck lift
  • Medical grade skin care products  

Schedule a consultation now to discuss your options for cosmetic skin treatments or plastic surgery in Tucson, AZ. We offer a wide range of services designed to address skin concerns, fight the signs of aging, and revitalize the skin. We will work closely with you to understand your concerns, needs, and goals so that we can recommend the ideal cosmetic treatments. Call us today at (520) 298-2330 or schedule an appointment online.