What Really Happens in the Skin
Why wrinkles appear is one of the most common questions in consultation when the skin no longer responds as it used to and visible changes begin to appear. Dr. Ramón Roigé usually begins by explaining that skin ageing is not a flaw of the body, but part of its natural rhythm.
From a certain age—especially after 40—the skin begins to change continuously. It doesn’t happen overnight, but through a silent and gradual process. The key word here is rhythm, because each person ages at a different pace depending on both internal and external factors.
The Progressive Loss of Firmness
Over time, the skin gradually loses its ability to remain firm and flexible. This loss causes expression lines to become more noticeable and the skin to appear less dense. Understanding why wrinkles appear helps explain how the skin gradually loses firmness, density, and elasticity over time.
It is not a sudden process: the skin simply works more slowly. Its capacity to retain hydration, firmness and elasticity decreases, and this is reflected in increasingly visible wrinkles.
Hormonal Changes and the Skin’s Natural Rhythm
In many women between the ages of 35 and 60, hormonal changes influence facial hydration and texture. The skin may become thinner or drier, making wrinkles appear more quickly and more visibly.
How Lifestyle Affects Skin Ageing
There are factors that accelerate this process. They do not cause ageing on their own, but they do have a direct impact on skin quality.
Sun Exposure
Exposure to the sun—even on cloudy days—ages the skin faster than any other external factor. Radiation dries the skin, dulls its tone and encourages wrinkles to deepen.
A Diet High in Sugar
Sugar is one of the silent enemies of skin firmness. Frequent consumption can affect the structures that keep the skin cohesive and flexible. Over time, this leads to sagging and prematurely visible wrinkles.
Chronic Stress
Prolonged stress affects rest, skin tone and the skin’s ability to regenerate. When sleep quality is poor, the face appears duller, more tired and with more pronounced lines.
What Can Be Done to Slow Visible Ageing
When a patient wants to start taking better care of their skin, I always say the same thing: there is no need to overcomplicate it. The skin responds best to consistency and simple habits.
Realistic Habits That Make a Difference
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Getting enough sleep
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Reducing sugar intake
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Maintaining proper hydration
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Eating a diet rich in vegetables, antioxidants and healthy fats
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Regular physical activity
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Year-round sun protection
These are simple measures, but they have a real impact because they work in harmony with the skin’s natural rhythm.
Recommended Basic Daily Skincare
A complex routine is not necessary. Gentle cleansing, good hydration and daily sun protection already cover a large part of what the skin truly needs.
When Skincare Is Not Enough: Non-Surgical Aesthetic Support
There are moments when, despite good habits, wrinkles progress more quickly due to genetics or factors that cannot always be controlled. This is when many patients look for aesthetic support that offers real renewal without surgery.
The Molding Mask Approach to Skin Quality
Molding Mask is an external treatment designed to improve skin quality without the need for surgery. It works in harmony with the skin’s natural regeneration rhythm and offers visible changes in approximately 10 days—a period in which the skin renews itself and reveals a more even, smooth and luminous appearance.
Many patients value it because it acts progressively, respecting the skin’s structure while helping to reduce visible wrinkles, improve texture and balance skin tone. It is an ideal option for those seeking aesthetic support that refreshes the face without undergoing surgical procedures.
Conclusion
Knowing why wrinkles appear allows patients to make more informed decisions about daily skin care and ageing prevention. Skin ageing is a natural process and should not be seen as a problem, but as another stage of life. However, understanding what truly happens allows for more conscious decisions and the adoption of habits that genuinely make a difference.
And for those looking for additional support, there are non-surgical alternatives that help improve skin quality and restore a fresher, more harmonious appearance.
If you would like to explore which option may suit you best, a personalised consultation can provide clearer guidance.