How to firm the facial skin after 40?
After turning forty, the process of skin aging accelerates rapidly. The skin enters the stage of maturity, markedly losing its initial firmness.
The main cause of skin aging is a drastic loss of supporting proteins. Deficiency of collagen (responsible for density) and elastin (providing elasticity) results in significant skin sagging. Simultaneously, there is a decrease in the natural concentration of hyaluronic acid, leading to volume loss and severe tissue dehydration.
The degradation of collagen is exacerbated by hormonal changes, especially during the perimenopausal period. Skin deterioration is also a result of photoaging - prolonged exposure to UV radiation. Failure to use SPF significantly accelerates adverse processes.
To correct structural deficits and intensely stimulate skin regeneration, the use of highly active ingredients is necessary. Helpful active substances include:
- retinol (a derivative of vitamin A) - recognized as the most effective in accelerating cell renewal and stimulating the production of key proteins - collagen and elastin,
- bakuchiol (a plant-based alternative to retinol) - functions similarly to retinol while minimizing the risk of irritation,
- vitamin C - a powerful antioxidant and essential cofactor for the synthesis of new fibers,
- peptides - activate cells to increase the production of structural proteins,
- ceramides - rebuild the skin's protective barrier and provide deep moisturization,
- niacinamide and coenzyme Q10 - strengthen the antioxidant shield, while smoothing the skin and reducing visible discoloration.
When daily skincare is no longer enough, aesthetic medicine offers advanced technologies providing intensive skin densification and non-invasive wrinkle lifting. Methods working at a deep tissue level guarantee long-lasting structural skin remodeling. The most popular treatments used for skin rebuilding and lifting include:
- focused ultrasound (HIFU) – stimulating collagen production for a scalpel-free lifting effect,
- radiofrequency (RF) and thermolifting – immediately tightening collagen fibers using heat,
- tissue stimulators – intensively boosting the production of supportive proteins,
- injectable treatments such as needle mesotherapy and microneedling – delivering concentrated active substances to the skin,
- platelet-rich plasma (PRP) – known as "vampire lifting",
- fractional laser – comprehensively improving skin structure,
- lifting threads – increasing firmness and improving skin structure.
If you are struggling with sagging cheeks, colloquially known as "hamster cheeks", you should take comprehensive action. The basic aesthetic procedure that reduces this issue is volumetry. The use of hyaluronic acid in the middle and upper parts of the face helps restore its lost volume. This lifting procedure immediately sharpens the jawline.
Therapy is often complemented by Botox, which relaxes the muscles contributing to the lowering of the face oval. When the main culprit is localized excess fat tissue, injectable lipolysis comes to the rescue - an effective method of removing accumulated fat.
Remember, aesthetic procedures alone are only half the success. It is essential to regularly support the skin with home stimulation through:
- daily facial massage (e.g., Kobido or Gua Sha),
- facial yoga,
- a balanced diet rich in antioxidants,
- maintaining adequate hydration.