{"id":3789,"date":"2022-11-22T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-22T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=3789"},"modified":"2023-03-20T15:36:32","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:36:32","slug":"the-science-of-your-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-science-of-your-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"The Science Of Your Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/THE-SCIENCE-OF-YOUR-SKIN-2-1024x659.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3801\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Link to share article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li 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Skin<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing quite like the daily skincare ritual. Cleanse, treat, hydrate and protect \u2013 day in, day out. Not only does it feel good, and add to that all-important selfcare regime, but there\u2019s a whole litany of microscopic science going on \u2013 biology, chemistry all on the surface of your skin, barely visible to the naked eye.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today on The Dose, we\u2019re examining the science of your skin \u2013 how your skincare works, and how it interacts with the different parts of your skin to work its magic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is skin?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin is your <a href=\"http:\/\/skinandme.com\/the-dose\/body-skincare-strawberry-legs-stretch-marks-and-more\">body\u2019s<\/a> largest organ \u2013 soft, flexible and covers your entire body (around 20 square feet!). Its main job is to keep the good stuff in, the bad stuff out. It protects us from the elements and comes in all tones and textures. Looking after it is something humans have done throughout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-history-of-skincare\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3126\">history<\/a>. And as we continue to modernise how we do that, here&#8217;s a little bit of science to make things easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>The layers of your skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three distinct layers of tissue that make up the skin: the top layer (epidermis), the middle layer (dermis) and the bottom layer (hypodermis). The epidermis is our first line of defence for our bodies, keeping out harmful bacteria and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-pollution-defence-and-protective-skincare\/\">pollutants<\/a>, and giving us all-round protection. It gives skin its colour, and regenerates our skin cells \u2013 did you know that we have new skin every 30 days?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dermis is the thickest layer \u2013 it holds <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-nutritionist-supplements-skin-and-menopause\/\">collagen<\/a>, for strength and support, and elastin, for flexibility. Both are what help your skin retain its shape, and help it bounce back when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/bodycare-strawberry-legs-stretch-marks-and-more\/\">stretched<\/a>. It also holds your nerve receptors, sweat and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/oily-skin-101-oily-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">oil glands<\/a>, and blood vessels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hypodermis is the fatty layer of skin, helping to regulate your body temperature and cushion your bones and muscles. When it comes to skincare, the epidermis and dermis are the most important parts to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does skincare work on skin?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/category\/routine\/product-reviews\/\">skincare products<\/a> on the market, the vast majority won\u2019t get to the dermis. That\u2019s not to say they don\u2019t work, but they are designed to work on the top layer of your skin. It\u2019s also worth noting that your skin is waterproof \u2013 so if you can feel your skincare \u2018sinking in\u2019 to your skin, it\u2019s actually just drying in real time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how does a hyaluronic acid serum or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\">BHA<\/a> exfoliant actually work on your skin? Head of Medical, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/meet-the-team\">Dr Jason Thomson<\/a> explains, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\">chemical exfoliants<\/a> function to break the bonds that hold together the dead skin cells on the outermost layer of the epidermis, encouraging them to shed, leaving the brighter, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-ageing-101\/\">regenerated skin<\/a> underneath.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/category\/routine\/guides\/ingredients\/\">ingredients<\/a> use a chemical process to sweep away dead and dying cells, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\">retinoids<\/a>, conversely work differently. \u201cRetinoids don\u2019t break these bonds between the dead skin cells. They do have an exfoliant effect however through their ability to increase skin cell turnover which effectively does have the same endpoint as they increase new skin formation and the shedding of dead skin cells.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By encouraging skin cell turnover, cells die faster, leaving behind new skin. Similarly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-mixing-active-ingredients-with-tretinoin\/\">retinoids<\/a> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a>, can penetrate the dermis, as they boost the production of collagen \u2013 we often refer to it as the \u2018scaffolding\u2019 of the skin.\u00a0That\u2019s on the plus side, but skin cell turn over can also cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/mythbuster-purging-explained\/\">skin purging<\/a> \u2013 a sudden increase in spots from using powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-getting-the-best-from-active-ingredients-in-skincare\/\">active ingredients<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">Tretinoin<\/a> works in the epidermis, stimulating cell renewal and enhancing the cell layer, reducing pigmentation and normalising sun-damaged cells. It also works in the dermis to increase collagen and elastin which thicken the dermal layer and make the skin appear plump.\u201d <\/p><cite>DR JASON THOMSON<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>What other parts of the skin are affected by skincare?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We know our skin contains <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-how-to-look-after-your-hair-and-scalp\/\">hair follicles<\/a>, sweat and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/oily-skin-101-oily-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">oil glands<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-can-i-shrink-my-pores\/\">pores<\/a>. These are all affected by what comes into contact with your skin, so it\u2019s important to know how these work in order to ensure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-getting-the-best-from-active-ingredients-in-skincare\/\">skincare works optimally<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong><em>Hair follicles<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Time for some hair-raising science! Hair follicles are a pocket of your skin that allows <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-how-to-look-after-your-hair-and-scalp\/\">hair<\/a> to grow, found in the epidermis. They determine what your hair looks like in terms of colour and texture, and can be affected by issues such as alopecia (hair loss) and folliculitis (inflammation or infection of hair follicles).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exfoliants such as glycolic acid or a physical scrub can clear dead skin cells from hair follicles, and prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/bodycare-strawberry-legs-stretch-marks-and-more\/\">ingrown hairs<\/a> \u2013&nbsp; particularly when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-hair-removal-skincare-guide\/\">shaving or waxing<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong><em>Glands<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t sweat the small stuff, let\u2019s talk about glands. There are different kinds of glands all over your body, all for different purposes. Here, we\u2019re focusing primarily on oil and sweat glands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oil glands (aka sebaceous glands) are what make your skin <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/oily-skin-101-oily-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">oily<\/a>, as they produce sebum. They regulate your body temperature (along with your sweat glands), keep your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/dry-skin-101-dry-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">skin hydrated<\/a> and help protect your skin from infection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your skin produces too much sebum, giving the skin a greasy, shiny appearance, and causing breakouts, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\">exfoliating acids<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-mixing-active-ingredients-with-tretinoin\/\">retinoids<\/a> should be your go-to. As above, exfoliants clear dead skin from your pores and hair follicles, preventing clogging and the resulting breakouts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Areas with less oil glands are more prone to sensitivity as a result. Consultant Dermatologist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/meet-the-team\">Dr Malvina Cunningham<\/a> adds \u201cThe skin around your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-do-i-really-need-a-separate-eye-cream\/\">eyes<\/a> is the thinnest skin on the body and has fewer oil-producing glands. This means it&#8217;s prone to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-do-you-treat-under-eye-bags\/\">puffing<\/a>, dark circles, wrinkles and dryness and is often the area where we see the first signs of ageing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sweat glands do what they say \u2013 they produce sweat. Helping you cool down on hot days, stuffy tube carriages and during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-how-does-exercise-affect-your-skin\/\">weekly spin class<\/a>, sweating is a normal and natural body process. But as you\u2019re secreting stuff your body doesn\u2019t need, it&#8217;s important to maintain good hygiene \u2013 sweat contributes to daily buildup which can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-where-do-my-spots-come-from\/\">breakouts<\/a> and skin irritation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong><em>Pores<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We hear a lot about them, but what are pores? Dr Malvina Cunningham explains, \u201cPores are the small openings where hair follicles and oil-producing glands open onto the skin surface. They\u2019re a natural part of our skin structure, keeping skin healthy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>\u201cPore size is determined by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-ageing-101\/\">age<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/community-wisdom-mothers-day-how-do-your-genes-influence-your-skin\/\">genetics<\/a> \u2013 however you feel about them, you can\u2019t get rid of them. The good news is that you can make them less visible.\u201d<\/p><cite>DR MALVINA CUNNINGHAM<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-can-i-shrink-my-pores\/\">change the size of your pores<\/a> or \u2018tighten them\u2019, but if they appear larger as a result of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?s=acne+\">acne<\/a>, overproduction of sebum or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-the-sun-guide-freckles-sun-spots-spf-and-makeup-know-how\/\">sun damage<\/a>, there are ways to minimise their appearance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHAs (eg. glycolic acid) or BHAs (eg. salicylic acid), when used occasionally, can dry out your pores more effectively. Make sure you\u2019re sticking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-comedogenic-and-non-comedogenic-products\/\">non-comedogenic<\/a> skincare and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/all-about-the-base-skincare-and-makeup-tips-for-the-party-season\/\">makeup<\/a> too, as these won\u2019t make your skin oilier than other oil-based products.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Jason Thomson reminds us \u201cusing too much greasy, occlusive cosmetics can result in blocking pores which can lead to acne breakouts.\u201d Above all, sticking to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-to-build-a-skincare-routine\/\">simple, effective routine<\/a> is the best thing you can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>The takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding how our skincare actually works goes a long way in helping us make the right choices. It\u2019s easy enough to buy something because it \u201cgives you a glow\u201d or \u201cstops breakouts\u201d, but knowing how the ingredients actually do that makes a skincare fanatic into a well-informed consumer. Investing in your skincare is important, but only if you know what it\u2019s doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>You might also like<\/strong><\/em>&#8230;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>For more on how active ingredients work on your skin, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/category\/routine\/guides\/ingredients\/\">Ingredient Deep Dives<\/a>. 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