Abstract
The skin is the largest and most visible organ of the human body and has a close relationship with the brain that begins during embryonic development. With the passing of time, there are a vast number of changes that occur on the surface of the skin, many of which may be easily corrected. However, aging is highly complex and the state of mental tension that usually accompanies this process can be the cause of great stress. Those within the aging population who suffer from chronic stress may be susceptible to cellular aging as a result of higher levels of anticipated threats in daily life. Psychological stress has been linked to the stimulation of the autonomic nervous system, renin-angiotensin system and hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal system, contributing to inflammation, oxidative stress and DNA damage that influence all tissues, including the skin. In this chapter, we will discuss how to help aging patients reduce stress with non-pharmaceutical treatments and how to help them improve their appearance with new procedures and cosmetic products.
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Sandoval, M.H.L., Ayres, E.L. (2017). Skin Aging and Stress. In: França, K., Jafferany, M. (eds) Stress and Skin Disorders. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-46352-0_4
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