Skin ageing is a natural process influenced by both internal and external factors. Collagen loss and slower cell renewal occur over time. External triggers, like sun exposure, environmental pollution and lifestyle habits, can speed up visible signs such as wrinkles, dullness and pigmentation.
Effective care starts with understanding and choosing the right treatments and prevention strategies.
Why our skin changes as we age
Many factors influence how we age over time, including gender, race, personal medical history, past occupations, environmental exposures, aesthetic treatments, and facial structure.
Gravity can also be unforgiving. As we age our skin becomes laxed and the bones around our eyes, nose and mouth slowly reabsorb. This leads to enlarged orbits and loose skin that eventually hangs off the bone - particularly under the eyes, where it’s known as festoons.
Genetics & Intrinsic Ageing
Some changes are written into our DNA. As we age, the cells that produce collagen and elastin (known as fibroblasts) slow their production, the skin becomes thinner and cell turnover decreases. These genetically programmed shifts typically begin in our third decade of life and progress gradually over time.
Time-Based & Hormonal Changes
Life stages, particularly menopause, can lead to hormonal changes that impact skin structure and hydration. Reduced hormone levels, loss of subcutaneous fat from the face and slower repair mechanisms all contribute to visible signs like sagging, dryness and fine lines.
Environmental & Lifestyle Factors
External influences, like sun exposure, diet, smoking and skincare habits, can accelerate the skin ageing process. These factors cause oxidation of valuable skin enzymes, which leads to important cell signalling being broken and the skin matrix being degraded. Inflammation increases and cell repair is hampered. This affects the long-term skin health.
What ageing really looks like...
As we age, our skin experiences many changes both at a visible and cellular level. Fine lines begin to form around our eyes and mouth. These fine lines first appear as the cells of our skin’s middle layer - the dermis - slow down the production of elastin and collagen, making our skin thinner. Over time, these fine lines, known as static lines, become deeper.
The “glue” in the dermis, known as the GAG’s – glycosoaminoglycans, that holds the collagen and elastin together, and helps us to retain water and volume, also starts to get weaker and thinner as their synthesis slows down. Our face starts to lose water volume and firmness, and becomes drier.
You might also notice a gradual loss of firmness in your cheeks and jawline as the density and proliferation of our top layer of skin - our epidermis - declines.
Other changes occur, such as increased melanin production—which can lead to brown patches—and the skin becoming mottled and rough in texture. Oxidation of the enzymes that drive our skin cells to work also speeds up and contributes to our overall signs of ageing. These signs can often develop gradually, influenced by genetics, environmental exposure, lifestyle factors and overall skin health.
Optimal anti-ageing skincare routine
Apply Sunscreen Daily
Stay Healthy
Seasonal Skincare Adjustments
Ebbian Skin’s
Anti-Ageing Serum
Our expertly crafted Anti-Ageing Serum harnesses the benefits of important active ingredients that have been proven to work. Boost collagen production, improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with this once-per-day application. Aesthetically pleasing on your face and senses, it delivers powerful results to help restore your skin’s youthful glow, firmness and vitality.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start using anti-ageing products?
It’s never too early to start supporting your skin with preventative care, and it’s never too late to begin. Whether you’re looking to preserve youthful skin or improve visible signs of ageing, anti-ageing solutions can support your long-term skin goals.
How long does it take to see results?
Many people notice visible improvements after around four weeks of consistent use of a serum. As with all skincare, individual responses and timelines may vary, however long term use is needed to continue to get improvements over time.
Do your anti-ageing products come in different strengths?
Yes. Ebbian Skin care serums are designed to support individual skin goals, with tailored solutions available at varying strengths depending on your needs, previous skincare usage and your treatment plan.
