Natix explains why its natural ingredient made from Angelica represents a valuable functional active for cosmetic formulations targeting firmness, elasticity, and skin comfort, meeting the specific needs of mature and sensitive skin
Ageing is a multifactorial, complex, three-dimensional, dynamic, and generally variable process with anatomical, biochemical, and genetic correlates, in which both intrinsic and extrinsic determinants lead to a progressive loss of structural integrity and physiological function.1,3 A dry cutaneous appearance, rough texture, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and decreased production of dermal extracellular matrix (collagen, hyaluronic acid, and elastin) are the primary clinical manifestations of skin ageing.
Intrinsic ageing of the skin occurs inevitably as a natural consequence of physiological changes over time at variable yet inalterable genetically determined rates. It is characterized by fine wrinkles and a thinning epidermis.17,6
On the other hand, extrinsic ageing depends upon extrinsic factors that can be modulated to a variable extent and include exposure to sunlight, pollution or nicotine, repetitive muscle movements like squinting or frowning, and miscellaneous lifestyle components such as diet, position and overall health. It is characterized by deep wrinkles, skin laxity, and hyperpigmentation.15
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