by Dr.Pei-Chi Lin

As the public's focus on anti-aging skincare continues to grow, the current trend in anti-aging is no longer limited to "delaying aging," but rather pursuing a tangible "rejuvenation effect." In other words, anti-aging skincare is no longer just about superficial repair and maintaining skin condition, but rather addressing the fundamental issues of skin aging to achieve rejuvenation effects. This article invites Dr. Lin Pei-Chi, the director of Yingjue Medical Aesthetics Clinic, to delve into the key secrets of anti-aging and help the skin regain its youthful radiance.

Why does the skin age? How is the theory of regenerative medicine applied in anti-aging skincare?

The self-repairing ability of human cells gradually declines due to various factors such as environment and age. At the cellular level, there are multiple indicators that affect the intrinsic aging of the skin, including mitochondrial dysfunction, telomere attrition, genomic instability, loss of protein stability, and exhaustion of stem cells that no longer produce new cells. These indicators are interrelated, and once affected, they can easily lead to unstable skin conditions, which in turn can trigger aging.

From the perspective of skin structure, the skin is divided into the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. As age increases, the cellular functions of the epidermal layer gradually decline, resulting in phenomena such as decreased metabolic capacity of the stratum corneum, slowed epidermal renewal rate, damaged skin barrier, and loss of moisturizing factors. The dermis is primarily composed of collagen fibers and elastic fibers. These two types of fibers can become loose or even degenerate, leading to collagen loss, decreased sebum secretion, reduced regenerative capacity of dermal cells, and accelerated degradation of hyaluronic acid, ultimately causing the entire dermis to lack elasticity and the skin to gradually lose its firmness. Based on the principles of regenerative medicine, the core concept applied to anti-aging skincare is to promote the repair and regenerative capacity of cells from the root of the skin, helping cells restore normal function. This approach not only alleviates surface signs of aging but also fundamentally reverses the aging process, thereby achieving rejuvenation effects.

Addressing the root causes of aging to achieve the effect of reversing skin age

Since there are multiple indicators within the human body that can affect the fundamental aging of the skin, various signs of aging manifest on the skin. Common signs of aging include: forehead lines, fine lines around the eyes, cat paw lines, nasolabial folds, puppet lines, and the eight-character contour lines, as well as issues such as dull skin, spots, dryness, and sensitivity. To effectively combat these aging phenomena, it is necessary to start from the root of the skin, enhancing its repair and regeneration capabilities, addressing aging issues first, and then achieving the rejuvenation effect. The DR.WU 【AGEVERSAL Rejuvenate Series】is developed based on the principles of regenerative medicine, pioneering the 「AGEVERSAL Technology」 that utilizes three major mechanisms: 'Renewal, Repair, and Revitalization.' It first promotes the metabolism of aged keratin, then replenishes energy to the skin and enhances its natural repair capabilities. Finally, in conjunction with collagen, it boosts the skin's regenerative power, effectively addressing aging issues at the source and achieving eight major rejuvenation effects, including smoothing fine lines, plumping the skin, firming and hydrating, refining texture, enhancing radiance, evening out skin tone, and stabilizing skin condition. The entire series includes four products: 「Intensive Rejuvenate Essence Toner」、「Intensive Rejuvenate Serum」、「Advance Rejuvenate Eye Cream」and 「Extreme Rejuvenate Cream」. They can be safely used by everyone, regardless of gender, throughout the four seasons and for all skin types.

Dr. Lin generously shares that after experiencing the entire series of products, each one and every step is crucial. If one were to choose a favorite item, the top recommendation would be 「Intensive Rejuvenate Serum」, as this serum contains multiple precious ingredients such as yeast exosomes, dual peptides, and edelweiss extract. It has a milky white color, is rich in essence, and has a refreshing, non-greasy texture that is very well absorbed, providing noticeable results after use. Dr. Lin kindly suggests that if you have dry or sensitive skin, it is recommended to incorporate the rejuvenate cream into your skincare routine. It contains shea butter and six major plant extracts such as squalane, which can deeply moisturize the skin, enhance skin elasticity and firmness, and has a lightweight texture that does not clog pores, making it easy to apply and absorb. It is also certified by dermatologists and is rich in excellent moisturizing and water-locking ingredients.

In addition to large-area anti-aging for the face, no small details can be overlooked! The wrinkle eye cream features an integrated brightening applicator that perfectly fits the contours around the eyes without pulling the skin, and can instantly cool by -3°C, helping to reduce puffiness during the massage process and enhancing the penetration and absorption of skincare products. The patented composite ingredients added include: 2,4-active peptides, which can activate lymphatic metabolism around the eyes and help tighten and brighten the skin around the eyes.

It is worth mentioning that the essence toner has a texture that differs from the purely liquid texture of commercially available toners; it is more akin to a water-like essence, with a high concentration that is easy to apply and absorb. It effectively combines the functions of a primer, hydration, and repair in one bottle! It also enhances the absorption efficiency of subsequent skincare products, accelerating the feeling of rejuvenation!

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Composed of small molecular amino acids derived from proteins, these molecules are small enough to be easily absorbed by the skin and reach the dermis directly. Each type of peptide has different functions; most peptides have anti-aging effects such as strengthening the skin barrier, tightening wrinkles, and accelerating skin repair. The AGEVERSAL Rejuvenate Series contains a high concentration of pentapeptides and hexapeptides. Pentapeptides work synergistically with three types of collagen to maintain skin structure and enhance elasticity, while hexapeptides focus on reducing dynamic wrinkles, so you no longer have to worry about your expressions revealing your age.

Edelweiss grows in extremely cold climates and is rich in polyphenolic compounds that possess powerful antioxidant properties. It can reduce inflammation, repair, and protect DNA, restore mitochondrial vitality, maintain the integrity of the extracellular matrix, resist oxidative stress caused by the environment, and restore skin firmness, achieving the effect of delaying aging.

Active vesicles secreted by stem cells, rich in proteins, lipids, cytokines, growth factors, and small molecule ribonucleic acids. Exosomes act like couriers, transmitting signals between cells, allowing the receiving cells to repair damage and suppress inflammation. In addition, they can deeply act on the skin's foundation to achieve effects of delaying aging and repair. The sources of exosomes can be animal-based, plant-based, or fungal. The AGRVERSAL Rejunevante Series uses exosomes derived from fungal yeast, which can help repair damaged genes and regenerate skin, while also aiding in hydration and strengthening the skin barrier.

How do aesthetic medicine and anti-aging skincare complement each other?

Medical aesthetics typically focus on repairing and improving the deep structures of the skin, quickly and effectively addressing issues of skin aging, such as fine lines, sagging, and uneven skin tone. Common anti-aging aesthetic treatments include laser therapy, radiofrequency skin tightening, and ultrasound skin lifting, which can all be performed regularly. Daily anti-aging skincare, on the other hand, focuses on maintaining skin health, providing necessary nutrients and protection, reducing the impact of aging factors, and keeping the skin in optimal condition. However, the doctor also mentioned that aesthetic treatments are not something to be done every day, and undergoing aesthetic procedures does not mean one will never age. Therefore, it is essential to maintain a good anti-aging skincare routine to prolong the effects. One month after aesthetic procedures, when the skin has no open wounds or scabs, using the 【AGEVERSAL Rejuvenate Series】 can help repair and enhance anti-aging effects. The combination of aesthetic treatments and daily anti-aging skincare aims to achieve a more comprehensive and lasting anti-aging result.

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