How Your Face Ages from 20 to 70 & How to Support It Gracefully
Ageing is not a flaw , it’s a beautifully natural process that reflects a life well lived.
Yet with time, subtle changes begin to take place beneath the skin’s surface. Often long before we see them in the mirror.
From the early signs of collagen decline in our 20s to the structural shifts in our 50s and beyond, every decade brings new transformations.
I believe in understanding these changes through a clinical lens so we can care for the skin, rather than correct it. By taking a tailored, preventative approach, we can support your features at every stage of life with treatments designed to maintain harmony, restore confidence, and enhance your natural appearance, never change it.
Whether you're just beginning to notice fine lines, or seeking to restore volume and structure later in life, this guide will walk you through the decade-by-decade changes in skin, fat, muscle, and bone and how we can support your aesthetic journey with evidence-based care.
In Your 20s: Prevention Is Power
Your skin is still firm and collagen-rich, but small changes are already beginning. Around age 25, collagen starts to decline, and early expression lines may appear, especially around the eyes and forehead.
Many clients start treatments in their 20s to prevent deep lines later on. This is the perfect time to start exploring monthly chemical peels.
If you’ve been noticing movement or fine lines, this is the ideal time to book a consultation and create a plan that prevents ageing long term.
In Your 30s: First Signs of Ageing
This is usually when most people start to notice visible changes.
Collagen and elastin begin to drop more noticeably, and the skin can begin to look dull or uneven. Fine lines may become permanent, and early volume loss can start, especially under the eyes and in the cheeks.
Treatments in your 30s are focused on softening fine lines, restoring glow, and keeping your features looking naturally fresh. It's the perfect decade to refine and protect.
In Your 40s: Structure Begins to Shift
In your 40s, changes become more structural. Fat pads shrink and move, the skin becomes thinner, and deeper folds may appear, especially around the mouth, chin, and jawline.
This is where a lot of clients say, “I just don’t look as refreshed anymore, even when I’m well rested.”
At this stage, we may focus on supporting lost volume, improving skin texture, and maintaining facial harmony.
In Your 50s & 60s: Restore & Rebuild
As we move through our 50s and 60s, bone, fat, and collagen continue to decline. The face can look flatter or more hollowed, and the jawline often softens. Skin may feel thinner, dry, or less firm.
At this stage, clients benefit from restorative treatments that gently support facial structure and hydration. It’s never too late to start.
My role is to guide you with care and ensure your results look natural, balanced, and true to you.
What’s Really Changing Beneath the Skin?
Across all decades, we experience:
Loss of collagen & elastin = skin becomes thinner and less firm
Changes in fat pads = cheeks, under-eyes, and lips may lose volume
Bone resorption = the face subtly shrinks and changes shape
Muscle activity = repeated expressions can create lines over time
A Personalised Approach to Supporting Facial Ageing
I take a conservative and natural approach to aesthetic treatments. I believe in enhancing what’s already there, not changing your features entirely.
Based on a detailed consultation, we may explore options that support the signs of ageing such as:
Individualised skin treatment plans
Treatments that support collagen production such as Micro-needling, or PRP.
Prescription-based products (when suitable)
During your consultation, I’ll assess your facial structure, volume, skin quality, and areas of movement.
From here, we’ll design a plan that aligns with your goals, whether you’re noticing early signs of ageing or looking to restore overall balance and structure.
