5 causes of ageing
O Cosmedics was created with a medical approach to address the five primary causes of skin ageing:
Collagen Breakdown
Photo Defence
Oxidation
Inflammation
Glycation
These five causes, if left untreated, can lead to the deterioration of skin health, compromising its function, cellular activity, and visible ageing. Therefore, it is essential to take an active approach, including a homecare skin health routine and regular in-clinic O Cosmedics Pro Dermal Facials.
Collagen breakdown, which represents 75% of the skin's dry weight, is crucial to skin youth. Slowing down the degradation of collagen fibres is essential to maintain skin appearance and quality.
Repeated exposure to ultraviolet light (UV radiation) from the sun is the primary cause of premature skin ageing, skin damage, and skin cancer. The sun is harmful to the skin, and even a few minutes of sun exposure each day over the years can cause noticeable changes to the skin. This process, known as photoaging, breaks down collagen and impairs new collagen synthesis, resulting in loose, wrinkled, and leathery skin.
Oxidation starts with free radicals, which can damage virtually any molecule in the body, including those in the skin. This kind of free radical damage leads to the generation of even more free radicals, creating havoc in every layer of the skin. Although our bodies have internal antioxidants, they are insufficient to protect our skin from irreversible breakdown.
Inflammation is the skin's first line of defence against foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses. Although helpful in the short term, excessive inflammation is one of the most common themes in early-onset skin ageing, with subtle signs including skin sensitivity, redness, and irritation.
Glycation occurs when excess bodily glucose molecules link to the skin's collagen and elastin fibres, causing them to lose their ability to function normally. This process is heavily implicated in accelerated skin ageing, leading to damage such as laxity, cracking, and thinning skin. Therefore, it is essential to be mindful of sugar consumption to maintain healthy skin.
What is a Pro Dermal Facial Peel?
O Cosmedics Pro Dermal Facial Peels are a collection of bespoke chemical peels designed to improve skin function, rejuvenate the skin, and tackle a range of skin concerns. Each peel includes a deep cleanse, exfoliation, and an Alginate Rubber Mask.
These treatments work to accelerate cellular renewal, resurface the skin, and protect collagen and elastin. Try a programme with different peel levels to build up to serious skin improvement.