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September 09-10, 2019 | Edinburgh, Scotland
2
nd
Global Summit on
3
rd
International Conference on
Dermatology and Cosmetology
Wound Care, Tissue Repair and Regenerative Medicine
Joint Event
&
Journal of Dermatology Research and Skin Care | Volume 3
Dermatol Res Skin Care, Volume 3
Stress and aging
Emma Coleman
Emma Coleman Clinics, UK
37%of Brits feel stressed for one full dayweekly andup tonine
days each month with women 17% more likely to experience
these feelings than men. There is much evidence to suggest
thatbothacuteandchronicstressdirectlyimpactsskin’sageing
processes, caused by hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis
disruption, leading to neurogenic and inflammatory response
triggers at skin level. Additionally, skin actively participates
in the body’s stress response. In this article I will define and
discuss the different types of stress and ageing, provide
evidence to support how physiological stress responses cause
telomere shortening and disrupt mitochondrial, mast cell and
fibroblast function, and how these changes accelerate specific
ageing processes. I will also discuss common signs of stress I
see amongst my clients, why and how it is important to spot
these, plus considerations for clinic treatment plans. The
main, clinical symptoms of skin ageing are wrinkle formation,
hyperpigmentation and loss of elasticity and causes can be
classified into two categories: Intrinsic- ageing from natural,
physiological changes over time, usually genetically pre-
determined. Extrinsic – influenced by UVA and UVB, chemical
and pollution exposure, repetitive muscle movements, diet,
sleep and overall health. The modern view of emotional
stress encompasses both internal and external factors. I found
a couple of useful definitions for the benefit of this article:
“Stress is our body’s response to pressures from a situation
or life event, if our stress response is activated repeatedly or
it persists over time, the effects can result in wear and tear
on the body.” Also stress is a particular relationship between
the person and the environment, appraised by the person as
taxing or exceeding his or her resources, endangering his or
her wellbeing. The three most commonly reported UK stress
triggers are financial concern, work and health worries. Stress
varies largely based on an individual’s perception of what is
stressful and their perceived abilities to cope, but when stress
exceeds the body’s ability to respond, system damage can
result. The classification of stress is two-fold: External Stress
– caused by situations arising around us, often beyond our
control such as employment or family changes and trauma.
Internal Stress – where inner thoughts and feelings crowd the
mind, leading to feelings of sadness and anxiety, unrealistic
expectations, uncertainties and esteem issues.
Speaker Biography
Emma Coleman qualified in General Nursing in 1996 and went onto
study Dermatology at the University of South Wales, gaining a Distinction
at Diploma level before specialising in cosmetic procedures and non-
surgical facial rejuvenation in London. She also holds qualifications in
complimentary therapies, incorporated into her facial treatment menus,
emphasising her passion for bridging the gap between medical and holistic
approaches. With this in mind, she believes that aesthetic treatments such
as wrinkle smoothers, dermal fillers and facials are more effective when
the skin is nourished through diet and skincare, and has developed her
own line of natural products.
e:
emma@emmacolemanskin.com