Aging is a transformation. The skin, this living and sensitive organ, reflects time, emotions, and years of life.
At HYLÉRIA , we believe that aging well means preserving the vitality of the skin by supporting its natural mechanisms so that it retains radiance, density and firmness.
To understand how skin changes over time and how to care for it, we must first observe what happens at the heart of skin cells .
Why skin ages: the biological mechanisms of cellular aging
Skin aging is the result of a combination of internal and external processes that gradually alter the structure and function of the skin.
- DNA alteration
Every day, UV rays, pollution, or oxidative stress cause micro-lesions in the DNA of skin cells.
Over time, repair mechanisms weaken, leading to a slowdown in cell renewal .
- The decrease in collagen and elastin
These structural proteins ensure the firmness and elasticity of the skin. Their decline leads to sagging skin and the appearance of wrinkles .
- Hydration loss
Ceramides and the natural moisturizing factor (NMF) decrease with age. The result: dehydrated skin , dehydration lines on the forehead , and a dull complexion .
- Oxidative stress and chronic inflammation
Free radicals and micro-inflammations (inflammaging) degrade collagen fibers and accelerate the aging of the epidermis .
Key players in youthful skin
1. Fibroblasts: the architects of the dermis
Fibroblasts are the "building" cells of the dermis. They produce the three fundamental pillars of youthful skin: collagen , elastin , and hyaluronic acid .
Over time, these cells become less active, produce fewer supporting fibers, and the skin loses tone and density.
The role of effective anti-aging treatments is therefore to reactivate these fibroblasts , stimulating their natural activity so that the skin starts to produce its own youthful resources again.
2. Collagen: the framework of the skin
Collagen is a fibrous protein found in the dermis, representing nearly 80% of the skin's structure . It acts as a support network, ensuring the skin's firmness , density , and mechanical resistance .
With age, collagen synthesis slows down, the fibers become disorganized and the skin becomes thinner, more supple, sometimes slightly “hollowed”.
It is this loss of collagen that marks the beginning of deep wrinkles , particularly on the forehead, nasolabial folds or around the mouth.
Thanks to their plant-based biotechnological active ingredients, HYLÉRIA skincare products stimulate collagen synthesis while limiting its degradation due to free radicals.
3. Elastin: the skin's memory
Elastin is a fibrous protein that gives skin its elasticity and ability to tighten after expression or movement.
When these fibers become damaged, the skin loses its resilience: this is skin laxity . The most mobile areas (around the eyes, neck, mouth) are the first to show this lack of tone.
By supporting the production and protection of elastin fibers, HYLÉRIA skincare helps to preserve facial elasticity and slow down the development of structural wrinkles .
4. Hyaluronic acid: the natural water reserve
Hyaluronic acid acts like a molecular sponge, capable of retaining up to 1000 times its weight in water . It ensures continuous hydration, fills the spaces between collagen and elastin fibers, and contributes to plump, soft, and radiant skin.
Over time, its production decreases and the skin dries out, giving rise to dehydration lines and a loss of volume.
HYLÉRIA skincare products promote the natural production of hyaluronic acid thanks to active ingredients that stimulate cell regeneration and reactivate the cohesion of the hydrolipidic barrier.
The stages of skin aging: a natural evolution
Between 20 and 30 years old
First signs: fine lines , duller complexion , slight dryness .
Now is the time to take preventative measures, by supporting hydration and antioxidant protection.
🔗 Also read:The role of antioxidants for radiant skin .
Between 30 and 40 years old
Wrinkles appear , firmness decreases , and age spots develop.
It becomes essential to stimulate cell regeneration and strengthen the skin barrier.
🔗 Also read: Stress and your skin: how cortisol accelerates aging .
After 50 years
Under the influence of hormones, the skin becomes thinner, drier and more fragile.
The treatment must now provide restorative lipids and enhanced protection .
Visible signs of skin aging
The signs of aging can be summarized around the fundamental triptych of HYLERA :
Loss of density
Skin density refers to its "fullness," its volume, and its resilient and bouncy texture. Over time, there is a reduction in the production of collagen and elastin, as well as a thinning of the dermal layer.
Visible signs:
- Skin that appears thinner, slightly translucent.
- The appearance of fine lines around the eyes or mouth, due to weakened skin support.
- A feeling of skin fragility, sometimes slower healing.
Loss of firmness
When the internal structure of the skin weakens (less active fibroblasts, damaged elastin fibers, altered support mechanisms), skin laxity is observed: loss of the oval of the face, sagging under the chin, folds in the neck, contours sag, wrinkles become more pronounced.
Visible signs:
- Less defined facial oval, sagging cheeks.
- Deepening nasolabial folds, bags under the eyes.
- Less even complexion, blurrier texture.
Loss of radiance and uneven skin tone
The third pillar, as important as the first two, is radiance . Dense, firm skin lacks radiance if it is dehydrated, tired, or marked by age spots or redness. This phenomenon is exacerbated by chronic inflammation ("inflammatory aging") and oxidative stress.
Visible signs:
- Dull, greyish complexion, lack of luminosity.
- Appearance of brown spots ("age spots"), diffuse redness, rosacea.
- Enlarged pores or uneven texture, a reflection of slowed skin renewal.
These three dimensions guide the formulation of our skincare products, to restore the overall vitality of the skin, at every age.
HYLÉRIA skincare: natural youth activators
At HYLÉRIA , each treatment is designed as a cellular regeneration activator .
Our formulas combine active botany and clean science to stimulate the body's natural mechanisms.
The Gentle Way — the regenerating exfoliating treatment
Much more than a simple scrub, La Manière Douce acts as a youth-revealing agent . Thanks to its biotechnological thyme extract (CLEAR Oléoactif®) , it:
- reactivates microcirculation
- stimulates the production of hyaluronic acid ,
- promotes the synthesis of ceramides 1 and 2 , pillars of the hydrolipidic film .
Thus, the skin regenerates itself , becomes more resistant to aggressors, and regains radiance and softness. Its creamy texture soothes stressed skin and boosts cellular energy without irritation.
An essential step before any anti-aging ritual.
🔗 Also read: Which scrub for which skin type?
The Art of Portraiture — the essential regenerating cream
This signature skincare cream combines three key active ingredients:
- Opuntia Biocomplex SH (patented) : derived from prickly pear pulp, it stimulates cell regeneration and redensifies skin tissues.
- Camelina oil : rich in omega-3 and vitamin E, it repairs and nourishes the lipid barrier.
- Witch hazel hydrosol : tones tissues, revives radiance and calms micro-inflammations.
By restoring the skin barrier , L'Art du Portrait allows the skin to better defend itself against free radicals , pollution and UV rays , thus reducing the visible rate of skin aging .
Day after day, the skin is denser , smoother , brighter .
🔗 Also read: Understanding the skin barrier and how to strengthen it .
Preserving youthful skin: the right steps
- Protect from the sun and pollution
- Hydrate daily
- Adopt a diet rich in antioxidants
- Use skincare products rich in restorative lipids.
- Taking care of your skin microbiome
🔗 Also read: Skin inflammation: understanding and soothing for healthy skin .
In conclusion: aging well means maintaining the vitality of the skin
Skin aging is neither inevitable nor a battle: it is a natural evolution that can be accompanied with kindness.
At HYLÉRIA , we believe in conscious beauty, rooted in respect for life and the science of plants.
Our treatments help the skin function better, repair itself faster, and radiate for longer — naturally.
Growing old is not about disappearing. It's about revealing oneself.