How to treat fine lines/wrinkles?

The skin of younger individuals is largely characterized by surface dehydration, which can also coexist with other skin types, such as oily or acne-prone skin. Surface dehydration occurs when the skin's upper layer, the epidermis, is dehydrated. Inadequate water-binding capacity of cells and disruptions in the formation of the stratum corneum are associated with mild flaking symptoms. Additionally, facial expressions, UV radiation, an unhealthy lifestyle, and neglecting skincare significantly contribute to the development of wrinkles.

What factors deepen these wrinkles?

Premature aging of the skin can occur not only from excessive sun exposure or tanning beds but also from inadequate protection against UV radiation in everyday life. Free radicals are generated, damaging cells and DNA, earning them the title of cell toxins. The situation is similar in tanning beds, which expose the skin to three times more significant doses of UVA radiation, acting as intense and powerful sunlight.

Moreover, an unhealthy lifestyle, spicy foods, and alcohol can dehydrate cells, leading to dehydration.

...But what are UVA, UVB, UVC?

• UVA: About 90-95% of incoming rays to Earth. This largely contributes to premature skin aging, damages cells, creates free radicals, dehydrates the skin, promotes the breakdown of collagen fibers responsible for firmness, contributes to the development of skin cancer, and causes DNA damage. It's not particularly enticing, is it?

• UVB: This constitutes about 5-10% of incoming rays. It penetrates only the upper layer of the skin, causing sunburn. DNA damage occurs, and the worst part is that DNA doesn't forget, which is why it might take several years before problems like melanoma, lentigines, different spots, moles, and wrinkles surface on the skin. It also contributes to vitamin D synthesis, although regular use of sunscreen does not inhibit the necessary amount of vitamin D.

• UVC: This is one of the highest energy radiations but usually does not reach the Earth's surface. The ozone layer reflects this radiation, although as this layer thins, it becomes less effective in shielding against UVC radiation. This radiation is the least harmful to our skin.

How to treat them?

First and foremost, regular sun protection is crucial. Also, do not forget about moisturizing ingredients such as:

• Hyaluronic acid: Binds moisture, plumps the skin, refines wrinkles.
• Coenzyme Q10: Antioxidant, fine-tunes wrinkles, strengthens sunscreen effect, nourishes.
• Vitamin C: Antioxidant, fine-tunes wrinkles, strengthens sunscreen effect, reduces inflammation, hydrates.
• Retinol derivatives: Reduces wrinkles, one of the best agents for wrinkle treatment, fades and moisturizes.
• Aloe Vera: Hydrates, nourishes, retains moisture.
• Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate: Excellent moisture-binding, hydrating.
• Squalane: Nourishes, skin-identical substance.
• Urea: Hydrates, moisture-binding.
• Lactic acid: Exfoliates while moisturizing the skin.
• Ceramide: Skin-identical substance, nourishes.
• AHA acids: Apart from lactic acid, others don't have moisturizing properties, but stronger acids are effective in managing wrinkles.

Can you really reduce the visibility of wrinkles?

Absolutely, with a proper routine and the aforementioned ingredients, you can effectively reduce the visibility of wrinkles. Additionally, regular skincare treatments by a cosmetologist can significantly contribute to this goal. The Maruderm product line offers solutions for numerous issues, and you'll surely find the one that suits you!