Fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of the skin’s ageing process, which begins to show as the skin loses its ability to produce collagen, hyaluronic acid and elastin. This leads to a gradual reduction in the skin’s firmness, plumpness and elasticity.
Mature skin is often thin and bears the marks of a life well-lived, with fine lines and wrinkles from joy and worries. A lack of moisture and oil often manifests as dryness lines, and the skin may struggle to maintain its radiance. The skin is often marked by many years of exposure to UV rays and free radicals, and may have pigmentation spots, clusters of sebum, the occasional enlarged pore and many of the same characteristics as dry skin.
When the skin shows signs of ageing, it is essential to cleanse it gently. Avoid drying soaps and harsh cleansing products, which can disrupt your skin’s barrier and accelerate the appearance of fine lines. Instead, choose a mild, moisturising cleanser – preferably containing nourishing plant oils or soothing extracts – which preserves the skin’s natural moisture and elasticity.
Cleanse morning and evening to remove dirt, pollution and free radicals, which can contribute to signs of ageing and inflammation.
When the skin shows signs of ageing, it is essential to cleanse it gently. Avoid drying soaps and harsh cleansing products, which can disrupt your skin’s barrier and accelerate the appearance of fine lines. Instead, choose a mild, moisturising cleanser – preferably containing nourishing plant oils or soothing extracts – which preserves the skin’s natural moisture and elasticity.
Cleanse morning and evening to remove dirt, pollution and free radicals, which can contribute to signs of ageing and inflammation.
An effective facial serum is essential in the fight against fine lines and wrinkles. Serums with a high concentration of active ingredients, which work deep within the skin thanks to their small molecules.
Look for hyaluronic acid, peptides, antioxidants or extracts such as fenugreek seeds, which are rich in vitamin A; these work deep within the skin to promote cell renewal and stimulate connective tissue.
When the skin is well-hydrated, lines appear less noticeable and elasticity is improved.
Apply serum to slightly damp skin in the morning and evening – as a concentrated layer beneath your moisturiser – to maximise the benefits of your subsequent skincare routine and support the skin’s natural regeneration.
An effective facial serum is essential in the fight against fine lines and wrinkles. Serums with a high concentration of active ingredients, which work deep within the skin thanks to their small molecules.
Look for hyaluronic acid, peptides, antioxidants or extracts such as fenugreek seeds, which are rich in vitamin A; these work deep within the skin to promote cell renewal and stimulate connective tissue.
When the skin is well-hydrated, lines appear less noticeable and elasticity is improved.
Apply serum to slightly damp skin in the morning and evening – as a concentrated layer beneath your moisturiser – to maximise the benefits of your subsequent skincare routine and support the skin’s natural regeneration.
A nourishing face cream is essential for strengthening the skin barrier – especially as the skin loses its natural lipids (fats) with age and becomes drier and more vulnerable. By incorporating plant oils and ceramide-boosting ingredients from a cream and oil, you help to rebuild the skin’s barrier, replenish beneficial lipids and retain the skin’s moisture.
You can also choose a cream with built-in broad-spectrum SPF – this protects against UV radiation, which is one of the biggest factors in ageing.
A nourishing face cream is essential for strengthening the skin barrier – especially as the skin loses its natural lipids (fats) with age and becomes drier and more vulnerable. By incorporating plant oils and ceramide-boosting ingredients from a cream and oil, you help to rebuild the skin’s barrier, replenish beneficial lipids and retain the skin’s moisture.
You can also choose a cream with built-in broad-spectrum SPF – this protects against UV radiation, which is one of the biggest factors in ageing.
Even if you don’t use aromatherapeutic skincare or products for the home, nature still ensures that aromatherapy is all around us. Trees and plants release invisible plant compounds, phytoncides, which research links to lower stress levels and increased activity in the body’s natural defence cells. This is a beautiful account of forest bathing, nature’s aromatherapy and the scientific evidence behind it.
