Photoaging

Anne Han; Anna L Chien; Sewon Kang

doi:10.1016/j.det.2014.03.015

Photoaging

Dermatol Clin. 2014 Jul;32(3):291-9, vii. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2014.03.015.

Authors

Anne Han¹, Anna L Chien¹, Sewon Kang²

Affiliations

¹ Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 601 North Caroline Street, 6th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA.
² Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 1550 Orleans Street, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA. Electronic address: swk@jhmi.edu.

PMID: 24891052
DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2014.03.015

Abstract

This article discusses photoaging or premature skin aging from chronic ultraviolet exposure. This is an important cosmetic concern for many dermatologic patients. Clinical signs include rhytids, lentigines, mottled hyperpigmentation, loss of translucency, and decreased elasticity. These changes are more severe in individuals with fair skin and are further influenced by individual ethnicity and genetics. Photoaging may be prevented and treated with a variety of modalities, including topical retinoids, cosmeceuticals, chemical peels, injectable neuromodulators, soft tissue fillers, and light sources.

Keywords: Dermatoheliosis; Photoaging; Photodamage; Rhytids; Skin rejuvenation.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Humans
Skin Aging*
Skin Diseases* / diagnosis
Skin Diseases* / prevention & control
Skin Diseases* / therapy
Ultraviolet Rays / adverse effects*