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What is TEWL and how does it affect us?

Trans. Epidermal. Water. Loss


Is attemps the keep the skin hydrated

Cell turnover- what is it and what happens as we age?

Cell turnover is the shedding of old cells to create a new layer of cells. And it slows down as we get older.

UVA rays

Penetrate to the reticular layer and cause aging through weakening collagen and elastin