How to improve the elasticity of your skin
Boosting your skin elasticity. Our BYGOLDEN recommendations.
As we age, it's natural for our skin to lose some of its youthful elasticity. This gradual decline is due to a slowdown in collagen & elastin production, two proteins crucial for keeping our skin firm and resilient. While experiencing some loose skin and wrinkles over time is normal, there are effective ways to enhance your skin’s elasticity and achieve a firmer appearance, with both non-surgical treatment options & lifestyle changes
If you’re curious about how to rejuvenate your skin's elasticity and overall health, we recommend pouring a big glass of water & reading on! We’ll discuss our range of non-surgical treatment options, along with lifestyle changes that can have a drastic impact on your overall skin quality.
Understanding skin elasticity
Skin elasticity refers to the skin's ability to return to its original shape after being stretched or pulled. This resilience is largely due to collagen and elastin fibers, located in the dermal layer of the skin. Let’s break them down.
Collagen This supportive protein is found in the skin, tendons, bones, and ligaments. Collagen maintains skin firmness and helps support connective tissue. A decline in collagen levels can lead to sagging skin, wrinkles, and dehydration.
Elastin This protein gives skin the ability to stretch and return to its original shape. Though elastin production decreases naturally over time, a balanced diet can help support its levels. Without enough elastin, the skin can sag and develop fine lines.
Loss of collagen and elastin is inevitable with age, but lifestyle factors such as poor diet, environmental damage, and hormonal changes can accelerate this process. We have several non-surgical options that can drastically improve the quality & appearance of your skin in just a few treatments. If you’re just getting started, or unsure on where to look, we recommend booking in a full facial assessment, where our clinicians can guide you through available options that are as unique as you.
Our team of Cosmetic Clinicians, BYGOLDEN, Melbourne.
Why skin elasticity matters
Maintaining skin elasticity is key to delaying visible signs of aging. Good elasticity helps prevent sagging and wrinkles, keeping your skin smooth and resilient. Beyond the surface, diminished elasticity can affect internal organs, as reduced collagen and elastin can impact their flexibility and function.
What are the factors affecting skin elasticity?
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Natural aging decreases collagen and elastin, weakening skin structure and making it more prone to damage and thinning. From our late 20s to early 30s, we can start to lose approximately 1% of collagen per year! Don’t worry though, we can certainly do the Lord’s work & reverse this in our BYGOLDEN clinic.
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Tobacco use accelerates skin aging, leading to thinner, wrinkled skin and uneven skin tone.
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Prolonged sun exposure breaks down collagen and elastin, causing premature aging signs like wrinkles and spots. If you havent started wearing sunscreen daily, this is a MUST DO!
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Diets high in sugar and processed foods can speed up aging by promoting free radical damage. Eating antioxidant-rich foods can help combat these effects.
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Hormonal fluctuations, such as those during menopause, can significantly impact collagen levels, accelerating skin aging.
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Extreme temperatures and air pollution can damage the skin's elasticity, causing dryness and pigmentation issues.
What are the signs of decreased skin elasticity?
Watch for these signs that indicate a loss of skin elasticity:
Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Increased appearance of lines around the eyes, mouth, and forehead.
Thinning Skin: Skin feels fragile and is prone to tearing.
Loss of Glow: Dull, tired-looking skin.
Loose Skin: Sagging, particularly around the neck and jawline.
Change in Texture: Rough, lax skin.
Visible Cellulite or Stretch Marks: Skin stretched beyond its capacity can lead to visible imperfections.
Lifestyle adjustments to improve your skin
Balanced Diet Incorporate antioxidant-rich foods like oranges, berries, and kale while avoiding excessive sugar and processed foods.
Regular Exercise Boosts circulation and supports overall skin health.
Hydration Drink plenty of water and use hydrating moisturizers to maintain skin moisture and elasticity.
Adequate Sleep Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep to support the skin’s regenerative processes.
Non-Surgical Treatments at BYGOLDEN.
Bio-Remodelling: Uses hyaluronic acid to support skin layers and improve firmness without adding volume.
Rejuran: Polynucleotides combined with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and rejuvenate the skin, reducing fine lines and acne scars. This is one of our favourite treatments around ears, as it produces incredible results!
CLEARLIFT Laser: Uses light energy to improve skin texture and promote collagen production.
Micro-Needling: Microneedling stimulates collagen and improves skin elasticity.
Skin Boosters: Improve skin texture, elasticity, hydration and overall appearance. Treatment involves injecting hyaluronic acid (HA) which is a soft, gel-like substance under the skin, which improves the skin's elasticity, firmness and glow.
Sculptra: Sculptra is a bio-stimulatory aesthetic treatment that helps stimulate your own natural collagen production to smooth facial wrinkles and improve skin tightness.
Skincare Products for improved texture & appearance.
We stock a range of products to improve your skin’s tone, texture & appearance. Good quality skincare matters! Our two favourite brands are Aspect Dr & Skin Better Science, which are both phenomenal choices of well-rounded skincare products.
Hyaluronic Acid Restores moisture and improves the skin's bounce-back ability.
Sunscreen Protects against UV damage and maintains collagen levels. We love Airyday products, they work exceptionally well & smell fantastic!
Vitamin A Enhances collagen production and reduces skin damage.
Vitamin C Promotes collagen growth and tightens skin.
How long will It Take to restore my skin elasticity?
With consistent care and treatment, most people can see improvements in skin elasticity in a few weeks. Overall skin health & rejuvenation won’t happen overnight, however, being patient and following a comprehensive regimen will undoubtedly produce significant improvement & results. We have a range of incredible devices & treatments that have given our clients drastic results in their overall skin condition. We are truly passionate about ensuring you receive the most comprehensive care, guidance & results!
Professional Skincare Advice - Melbourne
For personalised recommendations on improving skin elasticity, book a full facial assessment at BYGOLDEN. Our experienced team can provide tailored advice and advanced treatments to help you maintain a youthful glow. We genuinely love helping people to look & feel their best. We can’t wait to meet you!
