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What causes skin to wrinkle with age?

​​ What causes skin to wrinkle with age? The skin is made up of three layers: The outermost layer which everyone can see, called the Epidermis. The middle layer, called the Dermis. The innermost layer, called the Subcutaneous layer. When we're young, we don't have wrinkles because the Skin does a great job of stretching and holding in moisture. The dermis has an elastic quality thanks to fibers called Elastin that keep the skin looking and feeling young. A protein in the dermis called Collagen also plays a part in preventing wrinkles. But over time, the dermis loses both collagen and elastin, so skin gets thinner and has trouble getting enough moisture to the epidermis. The fat in the subcutaneous layer that gives skin a plump appearance also begins to disappear, the epidermis starts to Sag, and wrinkles form.

What is Dandruff ?

​​ What is Dandruff ? Dandruff,  those dry, white flakes of Skin you brush off your Collar or Shoulders is harmless. But it can be embarrassing and itchy. Dandruff really isn't about your hair, or how often you wash it. Instead, it's about the skin on your scalp.  Skin cells that grow and die off too fast are the problem. A very common Fungus called Malassezia may contribute to dandruff. This fungus lives on the scalp of most healthy adults without causing any problems. One theory is that the immune system of someone with dandruff may overreact to that fungus.  Dandruff may get worse when you're stressed or sick. Cold, dry winters can trigger dandruff or make it worse, too. One common cause is Seborrheic dermatitis, or Seborrhea. Some people with dandruff may also have seborrheic dermatitis in other areas of the body, such as their ears, the center of the face, and the center of the chest.