School of Dermatology

    Aging

    Evidence-based guides to understanding and treating skin aging — from collagen loss and wrinkles to retinol routines and red light therapy.

    Why Your Skin Loses Firmness After 30 and What Actually Helps
    Skin Concerns

    Why Your Skin Loses Firmness After 30 and What Actually Helps

    Starting around age 30, your skin produces roughly 1% less collagen each year. Here's what's really happening beneath the surface — and what you can do about it.

    Jamie Reeves·10 min read
    Crow's Feet: What Works and What Doesn't
    Skin Concerns

    Crow's Feet: What Works and What Doesn't

    Crow's feet are among the first visible signs of aging. Here's what the research says about preventing and treating these periorbital lines effectively.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    Neck and Chest Skin: Why It Ages Faster Than Your Face
    Skin Concerns

    Neck and Chest Skin: Why It Ages Faster Than Your Face

    Most people invest heavily in their facial skincare routine but completely neglect the neck and chest — two areas that often show aging first.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    The Real Difference Between Fine Lines and Deep Wrinkles
    Skin Concerns

    The Real Difference Between Fine Lines and Deep Wrinkles

    Not all wrinkles are created equal. Understanding whether you're dealing with fine lines or deep wrinkles determines which treatments will actually work.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    Sun Damage: How to Fade It and Stop It Getting Worse
    Skin Concerns

    Sun Damage: How to Fade It and Stop It Getting Worse

    Sun damage is cumulative and often doesn't become visible until years after the exposure. Here's how to address existing damage and prevent more from forming.

    Jamie Reeves·10 min read
    How Collagen Loss Actually Works and How to Slow It Down
    Skin Concerns

    How Collagen Loss Actually Works and How to Slow It Down

    Collagen loss is the single biggest driver of visible skin aging. Understanding how it works is the first step toward slowing it down effectively.

    Jamie Reeves·11 min read
    Retinol for Anti-Aging: The Complete Guide to Getting Started
    Skin Concerns

    Retinol for Anti-Aging: The Complete Guide to Getting Started

    Retinol is the most evidence-backed anti-aging ingredient available over the counter. Here's exactly how to start using it without destroying your skin in the process.

    Jamie Reeves·11 min read
    The Truth About Eye Creams: Do They Actually Work
    Skin Concerns

    The Truth About Eye Creams: Do They Actually Work

    Eye creams are one of the most debated products in skincare. Are they a necessary investment or expensive marketing? The answer is more nuanced than you'd think.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    Forehead Lines: What Causes Them and What Actually Reduces Them
    Skin Concerns

    Forehead Lines: What Causes Them and What Actually Reduces Them

    Forehead lines are among the most common aging concerns. Here's what's causing yours and which treatments — from at-home to professional — actually work.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    Hyperpigmentation vs Age Spots: Understanding the Difference
    Skin Concerns

    Hyperpigmentation vs Age Spots: Understanding the Difference

    People use 'hyperpigmentation' and 'age spots' interchangeably, but they're not the same thing. Understanding the difference determines which treatment will work.

    Jamie Reeves·9 min read
    At-Home Collagen Treatments: What the Research Actually Says
    Skin Concerns

    At-Home Collagen Treatments: What the Research Actually Says

    The collagen industry is worth billions, but which at-home treatments actually stimulate collagen production? We reviewed the clinical evidence for all of them.

    Jamie Reeves·10 min read
    Red Light Therapy for Anti-Aging: What Dermatologists Actually Think
    Skin Concerns

    Red Light Therapy for Anti-Aging: What Dermatologists Actually Think

    Red light therapy has gone from niche biohacking trend to mainstream anti-aging treatment. But what does the dermatological evidence actually support?

    Jamie Reeves·10 min read