These are often used interchangeably, but they are quite different. DRY SKIN Dry skin is a skin type like oily or combination skin. This is a result of lack of oils & lipids in the skin. It’s down to genetics but can be worsened by age, weather etc. Characteristics of dry skin – Rough…
Hyperpigmentation is the result from overproduction of melanin in the epidermis or dermis; this is usually triggered by inflammation, sun exposure, hormonal influences or age. It’s easy to identify if you have hyperpigmentation. These are usually characterized by patches/areas of darkened skin anywhere on the body, depending on the type of hyperpigmentation. There are 3…
Glycation is a slow, naturally-occurring process which affects the structure and activity of proteins. It is a process where reducing sugar molecules react with free amino groups of proteins, leading to the formation of irreversible cross-linked molecules called AGE (advanced glycation end-products). Although a natural process, other factors can also promote the glycation process, such as diets that are high in sugar,…