Overview
Ageing skin reflects a combination of structural, functional and visible changes within the skin over time. These include a gradual reduction in collagen and elastin, alongside changes in hydration, cell turnover and skin strength.
From as early as the mid-to-late twenties, collagen production begins to decline, contributing to fine lines, reduced elasticity and changes in skin quality. Over time, this process continues, leading to thinner skin, loss of firmness and more defined lines or folds.
Because these changes occur at multiple levels, ageing skin rarely responds to a single solution. A more effective approach considers both the surface of the skin and the deeper structural support beneath it.
How we approach ageing skin
At Mirabel, ageing skin is approached by looking at how the skin is changing as a whole, rather than focusing on one feature in isolation.
The aim is to support the skin across several levels:
• Improving skin quality, including hydration, tone and texture
• Supporting collagen and elastin to maintain structure and firmness
• Softening lines and restoring balance without overcorrection
• Maintaining natural expression and individual features
This often involves a combination of treatments and skincare, selected to reflect how the skin is ageing and what will create the most natural and sustainable result.
Where appropriate, treatment plans may evolve over time as the skin continues to change.
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What you may notice
Ageing skin can present in a number of ways, often gradually and in combination:
• Fine lines, particularly around the eyes or mouth
• More defined wrinkles or folds
• Loss of firmness or subtle sagging
• Changes in skin texture, including roughness or thinning
• Dullness or uneven tone
• Increased visibility of pores
• A feeling that the skin looks more tired or less resilient
These changes may appear at different stages and can be influenced by both intrinsic ageing and external factors.
What is happening in the skin
Several biological processes contribute to the visible changes associated with ageing:
• A gradual decline in collagen production, reducing structural support
• Breakdown and reduced quality of existing collagen fibres
• Loss of elastin, affecting the skin’s ability to bounce back
• Slower cell turnover, leading to duller, less even skin
• Reduced natural hydration, affecting plumpness and texture
Over time, these changes alter both the strength and organisation of the skin, contributing to lines, laxity and reduced skin quality.
What can influence how the skin ages
While ageing is a natural process, the rate and way it presents can be influenced by a number of factors:
• Sun exposure, which accelerates collagen breakdown
• Lifestyle factors such as smoking, stress and sleep
• Hormonal changes, particularly around menopause
• Genetics and individual skin type
• Skincare habits, including both overuse and underuse of active products
For example, hormonal changes can significantly accelerate collagen loss, with noticeable changes in skin structure and firmness over time.
When to seek advice
If you are noticing changes in your skin that feel more pronounced, or are unsure how to approach them, seeking advice can help to clarify what is happening and what may be most appropriate.
This can be particularly helpful when:
• Changes in skin quality or firmness feel more noticeable
• Fine lines are becoming more defined
• Skin feels less responsive to skincare alone
• You would like to take a preventative or early intervention approach
Early and considered guidance often allows for more subtle, natural-looking results over time.