Face: treatments that plump in depth

At the level of the epidermis, not on the surface but in the deep layers, “we must increase cell renewal, knowing that it slows down as we age. With active ingredients such as AHAs and other fruit acids, a micro exfoliation of the skin surface will take place gently, which will boost epidermal turnover. Hence a better quality of the epidermis: it is better hydrated, its barrier function is reinforced and a more sustained rate of cell renewal is obtained. We thus restore thickness to the living layer of the epidermis, ”explains Elisabeth Bouhadana, Scientific Director of L’Oréal Paris. In addition, “the fragmented hyaluronic acid, which penetrates deeper into the layers of the epidermis, will“ plump ”it and restart its natural synthesis at this same level. As a result, it regains a denser, fuller appearance ”.

At the level of the dermis, it is also necessary to restore tension to the support fibers (collagen and elastin) to have a good “base”. “This can be done by stimulating the synthesis ofhyaluronic acid, explains Cyrille Tellinge, creator of Novexpert. Its lifespan is 24 hours within the skin. It is therefore interesting to have a cream based on hyaluronic acid and boosters of this same molecule, and to apply it regularly every day. “Fractionated hyaluronic acid also has the property of stimulating the synthesis of collagen (type 1) in the dermis,” explains Elisabeth Bouhadana.

Hydration is essential

The face must always be well hydrated, because “well hydrated skin is denser and more plump than skin that lacks water,” continues Cyrille Tellinge. The epidermis being made up of 80% water, it is a vital element for its health.

In addition to topical products, it is therefore necessary to think about drink between 1.5 and 2 levery day to compensate for losses (urine, sweat, perspiration …). Care and massages are also part of the panoply to improve the plump appearance of the skin and stimulate the support fibers, essential to its tone.