What Happens To Our Skin As We Age?

Get The Best Treatments For Aging Skin at Blakes Beauty Salon in Canterbury

As we get older, it’s natural for our skin to change. In fact our skin starts to age as soon as we are born!  Over time, the skin experiences a slowing of the natural processes which help to keep it’s youthful qualities such as firmness, radiance and tautness.   Visible signs of aging creep in such as fine lines, wrinkles and age spots.  These are actually a result of our skin’s natural defense mechanisms as well as slower skin cell renewal and recovery as we get older.

At Blakes beauty salon in Canterbury we are fully trained Dermalogica skin care experts and can help you achieve a healthy looking glow, whatever your age.  We can help you develop a skin care routine to get the best from your complexion in the long term and offer help and advice for dealing with any skin care issues as they arise.

In this article we look at the ways in which your skin changes as you get older and recommend our best anti-aging beauty treatments.  To book an appointment, call us on 01227 768418, or use our online booking system to the right of the screen.

What To Expect As Our Skin Gets Older & The Best Treatments

In Your 20s

As early as our 20s, unhealthy lifestyle habits, environmental damage and UV exposure begin to take their toll on our skin, damaging it’s structural integrity.  Faced with an onslaught of free radicals, the skin’s natural ability to repair and renew itself slowly starts to decline, resulting in reduced radiance.

How to look after your skin in your 20s

It’s vitally important to wear a proper SPF everyday, even when it isn’t sunny.   Find out why here and speak to your Blakes skin therapist about our recommended Dermalogica SPF products.    You should also get into a regular skin care routine, choosing the right products for your skin type.  

Speak to us about the Dermalogica Clear Start range if you are troubled by breakouts, blackheads or excess oil.

In Your 30s

During our 30s the collagen and and elastin in our skin start to degrade.  These are what keep our skin firm and elastic (not slack), which is why we can start to see visible wrinkles.  As cell renewal and turnover start to decline, we can see an uneven complexion and duller skin.

How to look after your skin in your 30s

To help your skin look younger, brighter and less blemished, we recommend regular microdermabrasion treatments.  These use specialist equipment to propel miniature grains across the surface of your skin, removing dead cells and revealing softer, tighter, brighter skin underneath.   We also recommend regular cleansing and nourishing facials.  Book a free Face Mapping® Skin Analysis and we will identify your skin type and condition before prescribing a personalised skin care regime.

In Your 40s

During our 40s our skin gradually starts to thin and dehydration can become an issue as the skin’s protective lipids decline.  Hormone imbalances at this time can also lead to adult breakouts and uneven skin tone. More obvious signs of aging start to appear.

How to look after your skin in your 40s

Our Dermalogica Pro Power Peels are specifically designed to rejuvenate and refresh your skin as you get older.  It’s an ideal treatment for fine lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation and breakouts.  We can customise your peel for your particular skin concerns, and follow it with a nourishing and rehydrating facial treatment.  

If you are troubled by adult breakoutsor acne, speak to your Blakes skin therapist about the Dermalogica Age Bright range.

In Your 50s

During our 50s and beyond our protective barrier lipid layer lessens further, leading to increased potential for skin sensitivity and dehydration.  By now, skin can show marked wrinkles, lines and discolouration, made worse by chronic stress.

How to look after your skin in your 50s and beyond

Take really good care of your skin with a relaxing Proskin 60 facial treatment.  This ultimate 60 minute treatment uses the latest professional-grade active ingredients for outstanding results.

As your skin changes, be sure to adapt your regular skin care routine to ensure it gets the nourishment it needs.  Your Blakes skin therapist can help you, so be sure to book regular appointments to keep your skin looking its best.

Book A Beauty Appointment At Blakes Canterbury Salon

Take the very best care of your skin, and get the best from it, whatever your age.  Book a facial appointment at Blakes Beauty Salon in Canterbury by calling our friendly and professional team on 01227 768418 or you can book online using the pop up button.