photoaging
noun
pho·to·ag·ing
ˌfō-tō-ˈā-jiŋ 
: the cumulative detrimental effects (such as wrinkles or dark spots) on skin that result from long-term exposure to sunlight and especially ultraviolet light
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The cream was designed to correct the signs of photoaging, which include fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots, and a dry and rough skin texture.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2024
Resveratrol for skin The most popular—and desired—effect of resveratrol are its anti-aging benefits; its been shown to prevent photoaging and can even improve acne.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 13 June 2024
This shampoo is enriched with ingredients that protect hair against oxidative stress and photoaging, and it’s designed to ward off color depletion and fading caused by UV rays.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 18 Jan. 2024
The celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel recommends Eryfotona Actinica from Isdin, a Spanish dermo-cosmetics company that specializes in reducing photoaging, after having used it on a vacation in Brazil.
—New York Times, 21 July 2022
The non-greasy, softening formula delivers powerful sun protection with SPF 50 to combat photoaging.
—Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
Other studies have found similar links between topical omega-3 and a reduction in the signs of photoaging.
—A.a. Newton, SELF, 28 Aug. 2019
Wrinkles, thinning and sagging skin, and sun spots known collectively as photoaging have all led to explosive growth in the global anti-aging skin care market.
—Dr. Melina Jampolis, CNN, 16 May 2018
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2024
Resveratrol for skin The most popular—and desired—effect of resveratrol are its anti-aging benefits; its been shown to prevent photoaging and can even improve acne.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 13 June 2024
This shampoo is enriched with ingredients that protect hair against oxidative stress and photoaging, and it’s designed to ward off color depletion and fading caused by UV rays.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 18 Jan. 2024
The celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel recommends Eryfotona Actinica from Isdin, a Spanish dermo-cosmetics company that specializes in reducing photoaging, after having used it on a vacation in Brazil.
—New York Times, 21 July 2022
The non-greasy, softening formula delivers powerful sun protection with SPF 50 to combat photoaging.
—Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
Other studies have found similar links between topical omega-3 and a reduction in the signs of photoaging.
—A.a. Newton, SELF, 28 Aug. 2019
Wrinkles, thinning and sagging skin, and sun spots known collectively as photoaging have all led to explosive growth in the global anti-aging skin care market.
—Dr. Melina Jampolis, CNN, 16 May 2018
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“Photoaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photoaging. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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