ABSTRACT

The skin is the basic and the first organ where changes are seen related to aging. Since the human population is living longer and the importance given to appearance is higher, skin aging may have influence on psychology, social relation, job and health of individuals. Intrinsic (genetic) and extrinsic (environmental) factors are responsible for skin aging. It is not possible to avoid intrinsic aging but we can delay extrinsic aging by the help of sun protection, balanced diet, give-up smoking and correct skin care. In this article, prevention of skin aging and medical treatments are reviewed.