What Causes Wrinkles?

Do you find yourself searching for the latest creams and serums to erase those pesky fine wrinkles? We know how you feel - the process of aging isn’t an easy one. You want your youthful-looking skin back, but you’re not sure how to effectively do so. Luckily, wrinkles are a common part of aging and if you understand how they happen, you might be able to smooth them out:

To know what causes wrinkles, you must first understand the three layers of skin:

Layers of skin

Epidermis - The outer layer of skin that aids as protection from the outside environment. The epidermis has cells that move from the bottom layer to the top and build up a large amount of keratin, developing a tough outer shell.

Dermis - The second layer of the skin that contains the structural elements of the skin and connective tissue. There are several types of tissue that serve different purposes, such as collagen, which gives the skin its elasticity.

Subcutaneous Tissue - The bottom layer of skin, which contains fat cells and provides insulation to the body. This make the skin look more full.

Why skin wrinkles
Thinning skin - As you age, the epidermal cells in your skin become thin and less sticky, which causes your skin to lose moisture rather than keep it in. As a result, your skin becomes more dry. And because epidermal cells decrease with age, your skin is less able to repair itself as quickly, which causes wrinkles to stay.

Decreasing Collagen - Not only does the dermal layer thin as you age, but your body also starts to produces less collagen. This means that your skin loses its elasticity, which causes skin to wrinkle and sag.

Shrinking Fat Cells - When the fat cells get smaller as you mature, your wrinkles and sags can become more noticeable. This is because a fat cell cannot fill in for other layers of the skin to create a more full appearance.

Now that you know how the three layers of skin can affect wrinkles, you can take action to get rid of them if you wish to. At Radiance Medspa, we offer several skincare services, including micro-dermal needling and wrinkle fillers to help you achieve a more smooth appearance! 

Established in 2006, Radiance Medspa is located in Wheaton, IL. Visit our website for more information or connect with us on social media.

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