Here at CNY Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, we know that everyone has their own unique skincare needs and goals. And it’s no secret that skin concerns vary by age — as we get older, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and other signs of aging, while those who are younger may be more likely to struggle with oily skin and acne breakouts. Learning which aesthetic treatments are ideal for each age group can help you make informed decisions and get the results you want!
Let’s jump in:
Gen Z: Age 27 and under
For our skincare fans who are part of Gen Z, your skin likely isn’t showing common signs of aging yet. Instead, you might be struggling with a dull, tired-looking complexion, skin congestion and, depending on your skin type, acne breakouts. Focus on protecting your skin and laying the foundation for optimal skin health with treatments like:
- Laser acne treatment offers an effective way to address acne breakouts as well as acne scarring. This treatment uses laser energy to kill acne-causing bacteria, shrink the sebaceous gland and control oil production.
- Microdermabrasion provides refreshing renewal with quick and gentle treatments. Microdermabrasion is an exfoliating service that tackles acne, blackheads, superficial scars, hyperpigmentation and more.
- Moxi® uses fractional laser energy to correct initial signs of aging and sun damage. This gentle “prejuvenation” treatment smooths the skin, shrinks pores, brightens dullness and more.
Millennials: Age 28 to 43
Younger millennials are just starting to experience the slowdown of collagen production in the skin. This decrease in collagen leads to the formation of fine lines, loss of volume in cheeks and more pronounced pigmentation from sun damage as skin repair slows down. Our top treatments include:
- Botox® offers relief from fine lines and wrinkles, softening the skin by relaxing wrinkle-rousing muscles in the face.
- HydraFacial® is a powerful multi-step treatment that combines vortex suction, extractions and medical-grade serums to cleanse, renew and replenish the skin. Benefits include diminished fine lines, enhanced skin tone and texture, reduced redness and enhanced collagen production.
- Dermal fillers are hyaluronic acid-based gels that are injected into various areas of the face to restore volume, fill in scars, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and create fuller, more supple lips.
- BBL® photofacial is considered the gold standard for correcting pigmentation concerns like sunspots and freckles. Broadband light (BBL) photofacials can also reduce redness, broken capillaries and fine lines for more evenly toned, younger-looking skin.
Gen X: Age 44 to 59
At this age, patients typically start seeing significant changes in the firmness of their skin, as loss of volume and elasticity causes skin to appear saggy. Wrinkles and signs of sun damage become more prominent, leading to conditions like melasma. Skin may also appear thinner, and vascular concerns such as skin lesions are more common. For this age group, we recommend:
- Botox can tackle pesky wrinkles that give away your age by temporarily reducing the muscle activity that creates them.
- Dermal fillers are designed to provide natural-looking results wherever they are injected, whether you want to plump up thinning lips, correct the appearance of deep scars and folds or reclaim a youthful complexion by restoring volume.
- Moxi is ideal for targeting pigmentation and sun damage, uneven tone, rough texture and signs of aging for a glow like never before.
- Chemical peels deeply exfoliate and renew by using a chemical solution to remove the outermost layer of old, dull skin cells and reveal the vibrant skin underneath. Chemical peels can correct sun damage, uneven skin tone, dullness and more.
Baby Boomers: Age 60 to 78
For those entering their golden years, you might notice skin laxity becomes more significant as moderate to severe wrinkles and folds crop up. You may also experience a change in hair health, which can lead to thinner, weaker hair. Some ideal treatments include:
- Botox is a tried-and-true neuromodulator that targets wrinkles and lines at their source by temporarily relaxing wrinkle-rousing muscles, allowing the skin above to smooth out.
- Morpheus8 skin tightening is a radiofrequency (RF) microneedling device that triggers the body’s natural healing response to tighten, lift and smooth lax skin for immediate improvements.
- PRP hair restoration uses a concentrated portion of your own blood (platelet-rich plasma) to encourage natural hair growth, restore thicker, stronger hair and reduce hair loss.
- Dermal fillers can help you correct age-related volume loss by restoring facial volume for firmer, more supple skin.
Learn more and find your perfect treatment by calling (315) 545-5452 or requesting a consultation online!
