Summary:
- As we age, our skin loses elasticity and develops wrinkles. This is due to changes in the structure of the skin's collagen and elastin fibers.
- Researchers have discovered that wrinkles form when the skin's surface layer (epidermis) becomes thinner and the underlying layer (dermis) becomes stiffer. This causes the skin to lose its ability to stretch and conform to the body's movements.
- The study provides insights into the aging process of skin and could lead to the development of new treatments or products to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.