Intrinsic Aging
Intrinsic aging is the normal process of physical change over time which is more about genetics than lifestyle. (Lifestyle-included aging is known as premature aging). Activity of the sebaceous glands responsible for oil secretions tend to decrease with age, and the skin’s natural hydrators decline over the years. Aging also may cause blood flow to the skin to decrease, causing a drop in sebum production.
Weather / Environmental Elements
Prolonged exposure to the sun causes water to evaporate from skin, which is why sunburnt skin requires more moisturisation than unexposed areas. Likewise, cold winds, air conditioning units, forced air heating and low temperatures can also dry out skin, contribute to premature aging.
Lifestyle
The trend of fat-free diets can deprive our bodies os skin-friendly Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s). This deficiency can result in itching, dryness, scaling, thinning and can lead to an imbalance in prostaglandins (chemical messengers that do many things, such as control inflammation).
Excess intake of alcoholic beverages and certain medications (such as nasal decongestants) can also contribute to dry skin.
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