Skin Aging and Wrinkles

Ageing skin is part of the natural process of getting older and part of that developmental change, is the gradual appearance of wrinkles. As the skin ages, the epidermis (skin’s outermost layer thins out and the metanocytes – cells responsible for skin colour – begin to decrease, causing age spots. Wrinkles occur when the connective tissue and the structure of the skin lose strength and elasticity. Sweat and sebaceous glands also become less productive over time.

Management for skin aging

As skin ageing is a natural occurrence, there’s no treatment to stop it but there several ways to delay its development.

Reduce sun exposure

Most of the changes associated with ageing skin are related to lifelong sun exposure. Avoiding overexposure of sunlight and applying  a protective sun screen is a good start.

Hydrate 

Skin – especially ageing skin –  needs to be properly hydrated. This can be done by drinking lots of water and ensuring that moisturising lotion is regularly applied to skin skin. It is best to avoid using heavily scented lotions as they can potentially cause irritation.

Beauty Treatments 

Apart from cosmetic surgery, botox injections and fillers there are actually other less invasive beauty treatments. Some of these include:

• Chemical Peels – removes fine lines and softens the skin surface/
• Dermabrasion – removes fine lines and surface scars, can also treat sun damage.
• Laser Resurfacing – improves sun damage skin and removes various forms of scars.

Lactic Peel

The 50% Professional Lactic acid Peel has a pH of 2.5 and is a “LEVEL 2” multi action peel combining Lactic acid, Allantoin and Cotton extracts to resurface the skin, boost cell renewal, diminish fine lines and wrinkles and stimulate natural collagen production in an intensive 30 minute protocol. May be used on all skin types, but is particularly effective on ageing or dry skin following a build up to this Level 2 peel with the Level 1 Glysalac peel* first. One of the gentlest chemical peels is a Lactic acid peel and is recommended for ageing or dry skin. Lactic Acid stimulates cell turnover and cell renewal, hydrates the skin, increases natural ceramides (barrier lipids) in the epidermis, dermal Glycosaminoglycans (GAGS) and helps brighten the skin when used at high concentrations. Because Lactic Acid is a naturally occurring human metabolite, there is much less chance of allergic reaction using this type of acid peel. Available ONLY in a strict 30 minute protocol recommended as a series of 5-10 treatments every 2 weeks, while using prescribed Sothys professional skin care according to your skin type is recommended for optimal results. ***Important Retinol Dermabooster is not recommended if conducting a series of Professional Peels and wait 7 days before commencing the product following the treat series. If recommending Ultra-C or Glysalac Dermaboosters with the Peeling series wait 3 days following peeling treatment before using the product.

Glysalac Peel

SOTHYS Cosmeceutique Glysalac GL Professional Peel offers a 30 or 60 minute protocol to refine the texture of the skin, bring instant radiance, smooth the skin and reveal a brighter and more even complexion. Based on Glysalac (20% Glycolic & 2% Salicylic acid) (pH 3-3.2) the treatment provides an intensive skin peeling in a professional protocol to ensure maximum benefits from the treatment… Exfoliation of dead skin cells, refined skin micro-relief and improved clarity and radiance. Available in a 30 minute express protocol or a 60 minute advanced treatment including professional ampoule serum, massage and mask phase. A series of 5-10 treatments every 2 weeks, while using prescribed Sothys professional skin care according to your skin type is recommended for optimal results. ***Important Retinol Dermabooster is not recommended if conducting a series of Glysalac Professional Peels and wait 7 days before commencing the product following the treat series. If recommending Ultra-C or Glysalac Dermaboosters with the Peeling series wait 3 days following peeling treatment before using the product.

Salicylic Peel

The 20% Professional Salicylic acid Peel has a pH of 2.5 and is a “LEVEL 2” multi action peel targeting oil-congested skin, acne, open pores, milia and hyper-pigmentation in an intensive 30 minute protocol. It is important to build up to this Level 2 peel with the Glysalac peel first to test skin tolerance. This treatment helps even out skin tone and promotes more even toned complexion, reducing the effects of sun damage for a more youthful appearance. *Works well alternating treatments with Correcting acne, W+ Brightening and Energising treatments. Available ONLY in a strict 30 minute protocol recommended as a series of 5-10 treatments every 2 weeks, while using prescribed Sothys professional skin care according to your skin type is recommended for optimal results.