Nurse prescriber Anna Baker discusses different regenerative ingredients that can be used in skincare
The process of ageing involves an interplay of systemic and extrinsic factors, which leads to a gradual decline in the ability to renew, repair and regenerate at a cellular level.1 Cumulatively over time, these senescent changes can significantly contribute to compromised physiological function.2
Arguably, the function of regenerative medicine can be defined as methods, technologies and/or approaches to replace or regenerate human cells, tissues or organs in order to restore normal function.3 This unique specialism offers a plethora of treatment options for a diverse range of medical concerns and chronic conditions.
This article will explore how this is an established and evolving specialism, evidenced by the continued growth of associated medical aesthetic treatments and topical ingredients that can demonstrate regenerative benefits.4
Skin ageing
The skin is a complex organ, with multiple layers and varied architecture across diverse populations.5,6 In light of these structural differences, it is recognised that skin ages differently…
