Mature Skin/Pro-Ageing
Wouldn’t you just love to take a long sip from that mythical fountain of youth so you never have to worry about a wrinkle again?
Ageing is a fact of life, and changes to our skin are one of the most visible signs of ageing. There may not be a magical fountain of youth, but there’s a lot we can do to keep our skin looking as good as possible as we embrace this beautiful adventure called life.
We know that it can be hard to find the best skincare products for mature skin. AMPERNA® has a range of products that can be of benefit for those looking to target wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of ageing.
Products for Mature Skin
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OMG this stuff is serious magic for PD! I have been a PD sufferer for over 10yrs on and off with my bouts of flare ups. I have tried EVERYTHING under the sun and done all of the deep dives into how to cure my PD, knowing for me a lot of it is gut related and diet etc. However, still finding nothing to help soothe the flare ups whilst I conquer the gut stuff. I'd always been on the fence about Amperna not really trusting that any skin care could help. But I finally purchased the duo pack after deciding to try this rather than a sulfar soap as a last resort. And WOW WOW WOW!! Literally after one day of applying morning and night I saw immediate results! All of the tingling and itchiness ceased and the ever growing red little bumps also ceased immediately. I literally couldn't believe it. After a week, it had completely cleared all the little bumps and within two weeks the redness around my nose and mouth was barely visible. I cannot scream enough how amazing these products are for anyone suffering with PD! I cannot wait until my skin is ready to indulge in all of the Amperna products. I am converted for life and so thankful Amperna exists. Bloody gamechanger! Can't believe I sat on the fence this long!
An absolute game changer for my POD. I use both at night if I get a flare up, and it works really well to keep flare ups at bay
I’ve only been using the Soothing Duo for a couple of days but I already notice a difference in my rosacea prone skin. My barrier is improved and overall redness is reduced. Will definitely be purchasing more products from the range. Happy to have found such lovely soothing natural products!
I suffer from PD with intermittent flares when the weather changes and sometimes exfoliating with other products is not possible. This lotion is amazing and has helped keep my skin clear as well as improved texture over the last six months of use!
I have suffered from PD intermittently over the last few years to varying degrees and have tried so many different things. Some seem to work for a little bit but ultimately the fix never seems to last. Typically weather change will bring this on for me and come summer time I don’t want to be wearing much on my face so it is difficult when I flare during this time. Amperna has helped so much, just after a week of use I noticed a difference in my skin and since then I have had minimal to no flares. Photos on top are before and photos to the bottom are after just one week of using the Amperna cleanser as well as the resurfacing lotion. I plan to buy more products to add to my stock!
I am in love with this product and how amazing it has transformed my skin. I have not had any flare ups since starting the soothing duo 7 months ago!! Thank you
Honestly, Amperna is the best out there, and I am so lucky to have essentially stumbled upon Kiri and her brand a few years ago. I have been using all Amperna skin care since 2020 and have been so happy with the results and the day to day efficiency of her products. This cleanser is gentle, doesn't have a strong fragrance, and doesn't dry out my skin. I 'lather' the cleanser on my face for 60 seconds and then rinse off and find it doesn't leave my face feeling tight at all but refreshed.
My skin glows up everytime I use this product everyday in the morning. The best SPF I’ve ever used!!!
I have been struggling with acne, rosacea and periodical dermatitis over the past few years. I have found nothing that addresses all 3 skin concerns without flaring another issue. This product is so gentle and soothing. Have been using it with the Hydrate for the past month or so and my skin has never looked or felt better. Almost completely gone! So thankful to have found this line.
‘I first started to notice a few small lines around the corners of my eyes when I was in my late 20s. I wanted to do as much as possible to prevent them from getting worse, so I started to wear sunglasses and sun cream more often. I also began looking into which skin creams and ingredients would be most effective to keep my skin looking as fresh as possible.’
Leigh, 39
AMPERNA® 10% Pro+ Resurfacing Lotion contains 10% glycolic acid (AHA) and antioxidants to calm redness and improve the skin’s texture. Glycolic acid helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and uneven skin tone. Our glycolic lotion has been specifically formulated for sensitive skin and is the first to market in this category.
Chemical exfoliants can increase skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Always wear sunscreen and appropriate sun protection while using this product.
You may also be interested in introducing a retinol to your regime. Retinols help speed up cell renewal, help boost collagen production, help reduce oil production, help improve skin tone & texture and help soothe inflammation.
We have two retinol products, our AMPERNA® Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol RX serum which contains Granactive Retinoid and our AMPERNA® Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol ALT serum which contains Bakuchiol.
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR – Retinoic Acid Ester) which you might be familiar with as "granactive retinoid" helps diminish signs of ageing whilst being more gentle on skin that other forms of retinol. Granactive retinoids help skin turn over whilst helping to slow down the degeneration of collagen.
Our retinols are the first probiotic retinols to market that also contain Bio Fermented Oligopeptides/Peptides. Yeast Ferment Extract and Soy Amino Acids help to stimulate skin renewal, they actively help refine & restore skin texture and radiance safely.
Bakuchiol is a plant-based retinol alternative. It is a botanical ingredient distilled from the seeds and leaves of the Indian babchi plant, which has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to help skin conditions. Our AMPERNA® Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol ALT serum is pregnancy and breastfeeding safe.
Retinols can increase skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Always wear sunscreen and appropriate sun protection while using this product.
Introducing retinols into your skincare routine slowly is important to prevent irritation and sensitivity.
As you know it is important to wear an SPF. Our Pro+ Bio Soothing Day Mineral CC SPF15 is the first probiotic SPF moisturiser to market, full of great active skin loving ingredients, that has been specially formulated for even the most sensitive skins.
WHY DOES SKIN CHANGE AS WE AGE?
As we get older, the outer layer of our skin gets thinner and more fragile. Below this layer, our connective tissue changes, reducing our skin’s elasticity and strength.
In an article for Scientific American, Susan Obagi, assistant professor in dermatology at the University of Pittsburgh, explains that there are two factors when it comes to skin ageing; intrinsic ageing and extrinsic ageing.
According to Susan, intrinsic ageing is what happens to us all naturally, regardless of other influences like the environment. After we turn 20, we produce less collagen in our skin, resulting in the skin becoming thinner and more fragile. Our sebaceous glands produce less oil, meaning that skin can dry out more easily, and we produce less elastin.
Extrinsic ageing is additional to what happens naturally. This includes sun and environmental damage (such as smoking and exposure to pollution). As we get older, sun damage starts to show up more visibly in the form of dark spots and wrinkles. It also speeds up the loss of collagen and elastin. These extrinsic factors are what really accelerate the visible signs of ageing.
In Susan’s opinion, the key to minimising wrinkles is all about prevention.
WHAT CAUSES WRINKLES AND PREMATURE AGEING ON THE FACE?
There are many things that we know to cause wrinkles, and probably just as many myths about the subject.
Five of the top things listed as causes of wrinkles and ageing skin include:
Sun damage via UV exposure
UV exposure is the most common reason for the premature appearance of wrinkles. It also contributes to thinning the top layer of skin as well as causing a breakdown of collagen.
Our founder Kiri is a big fan of wearing hats, sunglasses and sunscreen whenever she heads outside – it not only serves to protect her sensitive skin but helps to limit sun damage and signs of ageing.
Facial expressions
Contracting our face into a smile or a frown results in the formation of wrinkles over time.
Loss of volume
As we get older we lose our skin’s plumpness due to loss of collagen and hyaluronic acid. This leads to sagging and the more visible appearance of wrinkles.
Gravity
Everything starts to sag downwards over time as skin elasticity decreases, leading to drooping cheeks and eyes, which contribute towards facial wrinkles.
Reduced ability for our skin to retain moisture
The glands that secrete oil shrink as we age, leaving our skin without a protective layer of oil. This leads to a decrease in ability to stay moisturised, making the skin dry and scaly.
For more reading on what could cause your skin to age, you might find this article from Health.com interesting.
COULD OUR PILLOW ALSO BE TO BLAME?
Some people (including some dermatologists) believe that how you sleep and the pillowcase you lie on can be a contributing factor towards wrinkles.
It does make sense that over time, if we are always sleeping on the same side of our face, prolonged pressure could cause creases that may be less likely to go away as we age.
Maybe the Japanese Geisha had the right idea in terms of sleeping on their back with their neck supported on a small platform! But don’t throw your pillow away just yet…
The jury is still out on this one. While one very small study did report a link, a slightly larger study concluded that there was no significant correlation between the appearance of wrinkles and what side people sleep on.
CAN WRINKLES BE PREVENTED?
Research studies have shown that using a good sunscreen daily can help to prevent the signs of premature ageing.
In a 2013 study published by the American College of Physicians’ Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers compared skin ageing in Australian men and women over a four-year period. They found that the use of daily sunscreen significantly slowed skin ageing, even in those of middle age.
Other ways that have been suggested to minimise facial wrinkles and other visible signs of ageing include:
- Moisturising regularly to help prevent dryness, bruising and tearing.
- Using a cream that contains retinol.
- Using a humidifier while you sleep in order to keep the skin hydrated and supple.
- Limiting alcohol consumption (excessive drinking can lead to dehydration, amplifying imperfections).
- Limiting salt intake (according to Dr Kim, a dermatologist in California, too much sodium can cause eyelids to retain excess fluid (Source:Readers Digest).
- Having a healthy diet full of fresh fruit and vegetables as well as healthy oils and whole grains (according to researchers at the University of Maryland Medical Center, a healthy diet focused around these foods may protect our skin from free radical damage because they are high in antioxidants).
- Using topical creams containing antioxidants - exposure to the sun reduces the natural antioxidants in our skin, but research has shown that creams containing antioxidants ‘may help reduce the risk of wrinkles and protect against sun damage.’
- Regular exfoliation (resurfacing) to remove the top layer of skin and allow the growth of new skin.
- Getting plenty of sleep – yes beauty sleep really is a thing, read on for more info!
SLEEP AND AGEING
A 2013 study by the University Hospitals Case Medical Centre found that people who had poor sleep patterns showed increased signs of skin ageing and slower recovery from a range of environmental factors such as sun damage.
‘Our study is the first to conclusively demonstrate that inadequate sleep is correlated with reduced skin health and accelerates skin ageing,’ explains Dr Baron, Director of the Skin Study Center at UH Case Medical Center (Source: Science Daily).
Poor quality sleepers showed increased signs of intrinsic ageing including fine lines, uneven pigmentation and reduced skin elasticity.
Well there’s one more reason to switch the alarm clock to snooze and close your eyes for another fifteen minutes of beauty sleep!
If there’s one thing to take away from almost every article and piece of research written about anti-ageing, it’s that sun protection is super important.