SKIN LAXITY 

BREAKDOWN OF COLLAGEN AND ELASTIN OVER AREAS OF MUSCLE

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Collagen depletion is one of the biggest factors contributing to the appearance of ageing resulting in skin laxity, lines and wrinkles.

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Collagen is an extra cellular fibre in the dermis layer of the skin which provides tensile strength, structure and elasticity. From age 25-30, collagen production begins to wane and we begin to see changes such as fine lines and enlarged pores. As the body continues to age and become stressed by environmental pollutants and sun damage this collagen depletion is further escalated.  BREAKDOWN OF COLLAGEN AND ELASTIN OVER AREAS OF MUSCLE

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In our 40s, the body stops making any collage at all so the skin’s volume and elasticity is greatly reduced and gravity might begin to take its toll with further loss of skin support and structure.