Anti-aging
When your skin also needs attention from within
Skin aging affects us all. Fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, a duller complexion, or skin that feels less resilient. Sometimes this happens gradually, sometimes it seems to appear suddenly. For many people, skin aging feels not only like a change in the skin, but also a change in how they feel and recognize themselves in the mirror.
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At NovaSkin, we look at skin aging differently
For us, anti-aging is not about fighting time, but about supporting your skin, from inside and out, so it stays healthy, strong, and resilient for as long as possible.
Our vision on anti-aging
Skin aging never occurs from a single cause. It is the result of an interplay between external influences and internal processes in the body. Sunlight, air pollution, and skincare play a role, but equally important are stress, nutrition, hormonal changes, sleep, and the body's ability to recover.
We don't believe in aggressive anti-aging routines or constantly adding new active ingredients. In our vision, beautiful skin starts with a strong foundation. A well-functioning skin barrier, a healthy microbiome, and skin that is not constantly overloaded form the foundation for skin that ages more beautifully and calmly.
What happens during skin aging?
As we age, cell division in the skin slows down. The production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid decreases, causing the skin to gradually lose its firmness and elasticity. At the same time, the skin barrier becomes more vulnerable and the skin loses moisture faster.
External influences can accelerate this process, but internal processes also play a major role. When the body is under prolonged stress, it produces more cortisol. This stress hormone can stimulate collagen breakdown and reduce the skin's recovery capacity. As a result, the skin takes longer to calm down and ages visibly faster.
The role of sugar and glycation
Nutrition has a direct influence on skin aging. A high intake of sugars and fast carbohydrates can lead to a process called glycation. During glycation, sugar molecules bind to proteins such as collagen and elastin. These proteins harden and lose their flexibility.
The result is skin that becomes less supple, wrinkles faster, and loses its resilience. Glycation is an irreversible process, meaning damaged collagen cannot be repaired. This makes sugar load an important internal factor in skin aging.
Additionally, high blood sugar levels can amplify low-grade inflammation in the body, which also contributes to accelerated skin aging.
Hormonal changes and inflammation load
Hormonal fluctuations, for example around menopause, have a major influence on the skin. Declining estrogen levels lead to a decrease in collagen, thinner skin, and more moisture loss. The skin can feel drier, more sensitive, and looser as a result.
Chronic low-grade inflammation in the body also plays a role in skin aging. When the immune system is constantly activated, for example due to stress, gut problems, intolerances, or a disrupted gut barrier, this comes at the expense of recovery processes. The skin is often one of the first places where this becomes visible.
Anti-aging is more than reducing wrinkles
At NovaSkin, when it comes to skin aging, we don't just look at wrinkles or fine lines, but at the overall functioning of the skin. Skin that functions well has better circulation, recovers faster, retains moisture better, and reacts less strongly to stimuli.
That's why we don't focus on masking signs of aging, but on supporting the skin in its natural processes, both externally and internally.
Our approach to skin aging
Our anti-aging approach focuses on strengthening the skin from within and protecting the skin from the outside:
Extern
Externally, we work with carefully selected products that support the skin barrier, respect the microbiome, and help the skin recover better. Treatments such as micro needling and peels can also achieve great results.
Intern
Internally, we create awareness around factors such as stress load, nutrition, sugar intake, sleep, hormonal changes, and inflammation sensitivity. Not with strict rules or quick fixes, but with achievable insights that fit your life and life stage.
Sometimes this also means we advise simplifying routines or temporarily leaving out certain products. Over-treatment can exhaust the skin and accelerate the aging process.
Realistic expectations and sustainable skin health
Skin aging is a natural process and completely reversing it is not realistic. What is realistic is slowing down aging, improving skin quality, and supporting skin that stays better balanced.
Results require time, consistency, and maintenance. We are always honest about this and guide you step by step, with attention to both the skin and the body behind it.
Anti-aging is a team effort
Healthy, beautifully aging skin doesn't come from one cream or one treatment. It is the result of collaboration between skincare, lifestyle, and internal balance. We help you understand what your skin needs and guide you toward choices that contribute to strong, resilient skin in the long term. Not a fight against time, but working together with your skin.
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