Established since two decades ago, Shree Dhanvantari Ayurveda Hospital is a pioneer in the, classical "PANCHAKARMA”, “KSHARA SOOTRA ” and “AGNIKARMA" treatments and specialists in Ayurveda.
Under the leadership of Dr. Shambulingaiah .S. Hiremath, with the grace of Dr. M. Eshwara Reddy, a well known Ayurveda specialist in India
The skin normally is made up of 3 layers - the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. The epidermis is the outer layer.The cells of the epidermis, move from the bottom layer of the epidermis to the top layer. Epidermis acts as a protective layer to external environment. As the cells reach the top layer they flake off.
The second layer dermis, contains the connective tissues which are the structural elements of the skin. These tissues give skin the strength (collagen fibres), turgor, elasticity (elastin) etc. The cells of the epidermis receive their nutrients from the blood vessels in the dermis.
Below dermis is the subcutaneous tissue containing fat cells. These fat cells act as insulation to the body. The skin looks plumpy due to fat cells.
Changes That Occur In Skin As Age Advances
Changes in Epidermis
The epidermal cells become thinner as age advances. They also lose their stickiness. This change in epidermal cells allows the moisture to escape instead of retaining it back causing dryness of the skin. As we get old the epidermal cells start dividing slowly and the rate of repairing process also retards.
Changes in Dermis
The collagen fiber production reduces
The elastin fibers wear out
The production of sebum from sebaceous glands decreases
There will be a decrease in number of sweat glands
The supply of nutrients also decreases
Changes in Subcutaneous Tissues
The fat cells get smaller with age
All these changes in three layers of skin lead to wrinkles and sagging
The Factors That Cause Early Aging
Sun
Constant exposure to U-V radiations from the sun causes premature aging of skin. Due to constant exposure to sun the epidermis becomes thin and many harm full lesions like basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinomas occur. Sun light also damages collagen fibers of dermis causing early aging.
Hormones
The hormonal changes due to menopause or decreased estrogen production may lead to changes in skin
Gravity and constant frowning cause wrinkles
Tips To Avoid Wrinkles
Apply moisturizer regularly
Air conditioners and room heaters tend to dry the skin. Hence apply heavier moisturizer if you are working in these conditions
Taking cold water bath immediately after heavy physical works
Do not stretch or pull the delicate skin under eye or facial skin
Do not go out in hot sun. Carry an umbrella, wear sun glasses and apply sun screen lotions before stepping out in hot sun
Avoid smoking
Consume chick peas and soya beans regularly
Drink plenty of milk
Practice Yoga and Meditation regularly
Home Remedies
Apply egg yolk once in a week for 10 minutes
A mixture of honey, olive oil and cream give very good results
