As we age, we may start to notice our skin is thinner than it used to be. BecauseΒ of this, we may see more dark spots, visible capillaries andΒ pores. Fine lines and wrinkles also become more obvious with thin skin. Skin starts to lack adhesion and elasticity.
The biggest reason why this thinning occurs is because of sun damage.
Sun damage causes 90% of visible aging. How much damage our skin getsΒ varies depending on exposure time as well as genetic background. Those ofΒ us with lighter skin receive more sun damage because we have red melanin.Β Those with more brown melanin receive less damage. This is because brownΒ melanin is able to absorb all of the UV radiation without becoming a freeΒ radical. This helps to explain why those of us with lighter skin tonesΒ tend to have more fine lines and wrinkles and thin skin than our darker skinned friends.
The UVA rays which are responsible for aging are active all year round,Β even when we are not getting a sun burn! They are active despite the wether and season. Β They penetrate through the clouds and even through the window, for instance when you are driving. This means that applying aΒ physical block sunscreen even in the fall and winter months is crucial toΒ protecting oneself from the sunβs damaging effects.
The UVA rays are ableΒ to penetrate into our dermis, the thickest layer of skin. These UV raysΒ break down structural proteins, leading to more lines and wrinkles andΒ thin skin. One way to help prevent this is by wearing a physical blockΒ sunscreen on a daily basis.
Many clients say their main reason for not wearing sunscreen is that theyΒ cannot find one that feels comfortable. We are grateful to the teamΒ at TiZo for creating an effective as well as wearable line of broadΒ spectrum protection. It feels very light on the skin and comes in bothΒ tinted and non-tinted formulas. Environβs sunscreen is another wonderful option and is especially suitable for those with dry skin.