Conditions
Ageing of the skin can be divided into two broad categories, It is either intrinsic or extrinsic. Intrinsic ageing of the skin is genetically determined and typically begins around the age of 30-35 years old. Unfortunately there is not a lot we can do about it! Extrinsic ageing however is a result of the exposure of our skin to the environment and how we look after our skin.
Fine lines and wrinkles are inevitable as we age. As we grow older, our skin becomes thinner and less water is present in the epidermis. Our natural collagen in the skin is decreased and of a poorer quality, therefore making the skin less elastic.
Pigmentation is a general term for hyper pigmentation and is also known as age spots, sun spots and melasma (darkening of the skin).
Thread veins are extremely common and often embarrassing. They are very commonly found on the legs and often referred to as thread veins or spider veins. They can look unsightly and appear over the whole of the legs. The appearance often affects what people wear and ladies will often wear long trousers even in the summer to cover them up.