Although aging is inevitable and eventually happens to all of us, Skin Technique provides the latest procedures and techniques to help you look like the best version of yourself at every age. The Skin Technique clinic in Vancouver has a variety of treatments and skin care options that help slow or even reverse the signs of aging.
What Is Aging Skin?
As we age, our skin becomes thinner and less collagen is produced in the body. Fat cells below the skin decrease in size, and elastin fibres break down. These changes can lead to wrinkles, sagging skin, and a loss of skin radiance. In addition, the production of new skin cells slows down, and the natural process of exfoliation becomes less efficient. As a result, dead skin cells accumulate on the skin’s surface, making it dull and dry.
What Causes Aging Skin?
A loss of elasticity as we age, repeat facial expressions, and expose ourselves to the son causes aging skin. This loss of elasticity is due to a decrease in collagen production. Collagen is a protein that helps keep skin firm and youthful. Another cause of aging skin is a loss of moisture. The body produces less oil as we age, leading to dry, dull skin. Additionally, exposure to the sun and other environmental stressors can damage the skin and contribute to the signs of aging.
The main causes of aging skin include:
- Genetics.
- Age.
- UV Light Exposure.
- Smoking.
- Repeated Facial Expressions.
Fortunately, there are several ways to combat the effects of aging skin, including using moisturizers and sunscreen and getting regular treatments at Skin Technique.
What are the Signs of Aging Skin?
The main signs that your skin is aging often comes down to the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and age spots (also known as sun spots/liver spots).
Who to Choose for Anti-Aging Treatments in Vancouver?
At Skin Technique, we are here to “Honour Your Beauty”, working to revitalize and reveal your youthful skin through modern and innovative anti-aging treatments. There are a number of options performed by our talented team led by Dr. Pavlou that can be used alone or in combination to rejuvenate your appearance and improve your skin’s health.
Learn more about our esteemed team of doctors by clicking the “About” link on the Skin Technique website, and book a consultation to start your anti-aging treatment journey today.
Aging Skin Treatments At Skin Technique
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning involves using a gentle blade to exfoliate the top layer of skin, removing dead skin cells, dirt, and imperfections. Dermaplaning helps to improve the texture of the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and gives you an even skin tone.
Ultherapy
Ultherapy is a non-invasive procedure that lifts skin in areas such as the neck, eyebrows, under the chin, and décolletage. It also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Thread Lift
Thread lifts are a minimally invasive procedure that uses absorbable threads to lift and tighten the skin. The threads are placed in the skin with a needle, stimulating collagen production and allowing for a customized lifting effect. This treatment can be performed on your face, neck, and anywhere where sagging is a concern.
Chemical Peels
A Chemical Peel is an effective facial treatment that utilizes an acidic gel made of naturally occurring acids such as alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), glycolic or salicylic acid combined with other skincare products ingredients. The peel helps the top layers of the skin to flake off, revealing the youthful and firm skin underneath.
Neuromodulators
Neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport are one of the most common treatments used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and firm the skin. During your neuromodulator treatment, it is essential to have an experienced and skilled injector that can deliver desired results like the experts at Skin Technique.
Fillers
Skin Technique only uses the best quality dermal fillers to add volume, shape, and structure to the face. Our variety of filler treatments restores volume loss wherever it occurs, reducing the appearance of hollows in the face and wrinkles.
Forever Young BBL™ Laser
The Forever Young BBL is a broadband laser treatment special to the Skin Technique clinic. It is the only device on the market that has been shown to change the genes associated with aging, longevity, and increased lifespan. After your treatment, your skin will look clearer, smoother, and much younger.
HALO™ Fractional Resurfacing
The Halo Laser is a fractional resurfacing treatment that can help repair some of the most common skin damage problems, including sun damage, aging, discoloration, uneven skin tone and scarring.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
PRP treatments, also known as Platelet-Rich Plasma, uses the patient’s own blood to repair and reconstruct problem areas. The enriched platelets used at Skin Technique can rejuvenate the skin and target problem areas like acne scars, wrinkles, and volume loss.
Skin Care for Aging Skin
There are a variety of products available to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, discoloration, uneven skin tone and all the conditions that can arise as a result of aging.
Anti-Aging FAQ
Why does skin elasticity change?
Elasticity changes naturally as we age, due to a loss of collagen. Our bodies stop producing as much collagen and elastin as we grow older, causing wrinkles to appear and our skin to become thinner, meaning it’s harder for the body to repair itself. Other factors can affect skin elasticity, such as sun exposure, air pollution, poor nutrition, and smoking.
Can you repair aged skin?
Yes, outside treatments to repair aged skin such as SPF application and using moisturizer to Skin Technique treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and more help reduce signs of aging and rejuvenate your skin.
There are many options that can help you repair your skin, including:
- Collagen supplements.
- Clinic treatments.
- Retinol/retinoids.
- Hyaluronic acid.
During your consultation with the Skin Technique team, we will discuss the best treatment option for you to repair your aging skin and refresh your appearance.
