The Aging Face: A Journey from 20 to 70
Understanding how our faces change over time is the first step to embracing graceful aging and making informed choices about skincare and treatments. Let’s take a simple look at how the human face transforms from our 20s to our 70s, focusing on three key areas: the bones of the skull, the fat pads under our skin, and the skin itself.
Every decade brings new changes, but understanding what’s happening beneath the surface helps us care for our skin in the best way possible. At Dermaluxe Beauty, we’re here to guide you through every stage of your skin’s journey, helping you look and feel your best at any age.
In your 20’s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Minimal bone loss, facial structure stable. By your 20s, your skull and face bones have finished growing. You’re done getting taller, and your face shape is mostly set.
Your bones are at their strongest and healthiest now. This is called your “peak bone strength.” Your cheekbones, jaw, and chin look more shaped and clear. That’s because your bones are fully grown and your face doesn’t have much extra fat.
FAT PADS
Fat pads are full, providing youthful contours.
In your 20s, your face still looks full and smooth because of the fat under your skin. As you get closer to 30, that fat might start to slowly move or shrink a tiny bit, making your face look more grown-up and defined. But overall, your face still looks young and healthy.
SKIN CHANGES
Collagen and elastin levels are high; skin is firm, smooth, and resilient.
In your 20s, your skin is smooth, healthy, and heals quickly. After age 25, your skin makes less collagen, which keeps it tight, but this happens slowly. Sometimes your skin feels drier or less shiny than when you were younger. If you make lots of facial expressions, you might see tiny lines — that’s normal. Not wearing sunscreen can cause spots and wrinkles later on. Some people still get pimples or oily skin in their 20s.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Focus on prevention: medical-grade skincare (e.g., Vit c serum), sun protection, and occasional facials to maintain skin health
In your 20s, it’s the perfect time to start taking care of your skin the right way. We use powerful products like Vitamin A serum to keep your skin smooth and fresh. Wearing sunscreen every day helps protect your skin from early damage and wrinkles. Regular facials help clean and refresh your skin, keeping it healthy and glowing. We’ll help you create a simple plan to keep your skin looking great now and in the future.
In your 30s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Early, subtle bone recession may begin, especially around the eye sockets.
In your 30s, your face slowly begins to lose bone support and skin thickness. You might start seeing fine lines, a softer jawline, or a bit more dryness or dullness. It’s still early stages of aging, and taking care of your skin now can really help in the long run!
FAT PADS
Slight descent and volume loss in fat pads; early hollowing under eyes possible.
In your 30s, the soft fat in your face starts to shrink and move down a little. This makes your face look a bit less round and more grown-up. Your cheeks might not look as full, and small lines or shadows can start to show.
SKIN CHANGES
Fine lines develop, especially forehead and mouth; first signs of skin laxity. Upper eyelid hooding and under-eye pouches may appear
In your 30s, your skin starts to change slowly. You might get tiny lines, your skin might feel a little dryer, and it might not look as glowy as before. If you don’t protect your skin from the sun, you can also start to get spots or uneven color.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Preventative anti wrinkle botulinum neurotoxin injections, skin needling, chemical peels, LED light therapy for collagen boost, personalized skincare routines
In your 30s, it’s a great time to start preventative treatments to keep your skin looking youthful. Options like botulinum neurotoxin help soften early wrinkles, while chemical peels and LED light therapy boost collagen to keep skin firm. Combined with personalized skincare routines, these treatments help slow down aging and keep your skin healthy and glowing.
In your 40s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Noticeable bone resorption, especially in the midface and jaw, altering angles and support. In your 40s, your face begins to show more signs of getting older. The bones shrink, your skin gets thinner, and wrinkles become deeper. You might notice sagging cheeks, a softer jawline, and more sun spots. But with good skincare, wearing sunscreen, and maybe some treatments, you can slow these changes and keep your skin healthy.
FAT PADS
Fat pads shift downward and lose volume, leading to cheek hollowing and nasolabial folds. In your 40s, the soft fat in your face shrinks and slides downward. This makes your cheeks look flatter, your face look more hollow, and your skin start to sag a little. You might see more smile lines and loose skin near the jaw.
SKIN CHANGES
Deeper wrinkles, increased sagging, crowʼs feet, age spots, and sun damage are more visible.
Neck and chest lines may form In your 40s, your skin gets drier and looser. Wrinkles get deeper, and the skin may start to sag a little, especially on the face and neck. You might also see more sun spots and your skin can look a bit less fresh.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Dermal fillers for volume loss, bio stimulators ( radiesse/sculpra) advanced peels, botulinum neurotoxin, LED therapy for rejuvenation, targeted skincare for pigmentation and elasticity In your 40s, your skin may lose volume and show signs of aging. Dermal fillers help restore lost volume for a fuller look. Recommended bio stimulators biostimulators work by prompting the body to produce its own collagen, offering a more natural and gradual enhancement. Advanced chemical peels and LED therapy work to refresh and rejuvenate your skin. Targeted skincare can improve pigmentation and boost skin’s firmness and elasticity, helping you maintain a youthful glow.
In your 50s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Continued bone recession, especially at the orbital rim and jaw, further reducing facial support.
As you get older, the bones in your face get smaller, especially around your cheeks, jaw, and eyes. This can make your face look a bit sunken, especially under your eyes. Your jawline becomes less sharp, and your skin starts to sag more. The skin also gets thinner, drier, and more fragile. The fat under your skin shrinks, so your face looks less full. You might notice more dark spots and uneven color, and your skin takes longer to heal and can bruise more easily.
FAT PADS
Significant fat pad atrophy and descent, jowls and marionette lines develop.
In your 50s, the fat in your face shrinks a lot and moves lower. This makes your cheeks look flatter, your jaw look droopier, and your face less full. You might see deep lines and more loose skin.
SKIN CHANGES
Pronounced sagging, deep wrinkles, thinning skin, prominent jowls, and drooping of eyelids and nose tip
In your 50s, your skin gets drier, thinner, and more wrinkled. It starts to sag more, especially around the jaw and neck. You might see more spots or uneven color, and your skin can bruise or take longer to heal.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Comprehensive antiaging plans: bio stimulators, dermal fillers, LED therapy, medical-grade skincare, and treatments for sagging and pigmentation
In your 50s, your skin needs extra help to stay firm and bright. Our anti-aging plans include bio stimulators, dermal fillers to restore volume, LED therapy to boost skin health, and medical-grade skincare for deep repair. We also offer treatments that target sagging ( PDO threads) and pigmentation to keep your skin looking fresh and youthful.
In your 60s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Advanced bone loss, facial angles become more obtuse, facial height shortens.
The bones in your face keep shrinking, especially around the cheeks, jaw, and eye area. This makes your face look more sunken or hollow, especially under the eyes and temples. The jawbone loses shape, so your jawline looks softer and less sharp. Overall, the face looks a bit more narrow and less full because of bone loss.
FAT PADS
Marked loss and descent of fat pads; hollowing and heaviness in lower face.
In your 60s, the fat in your face is much smaller and keeps moving down. This makes your face look hollow in some spots and droopy in others. Your cheeks aren’t as full, and the skin hangs more because there’s not enough fat to hold it up.
SKIN CHANGES
Skin is thin, dry, with extensive wrinkling and loss of elasticity; neck bands appear .
In your 60s, your skin becomes very thin, dry, and fragile. You get more wrinkles and sagging, and your face can look a bit sunken. You may also see more spots and uneven skin.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Intensive skin rejuvenation: LED therapy for collagen, hydration treatments, advanced peels, and volume restoration with fillers .
In your 60s, your skin needs extra care to stay healthy and glowing. LED therapy helps boost collagen, hydration treatments keep skin moist, and advanced peels refresh your skin. Fillers restore lost volume to bring back a fuller, younger look.
In your 70s
SKULL AND BONE CHANGES
Severe bone resorption, significant structural changes in the skull, further flattening of facial features.
The bones in your face shrink a lot, especially around your cheeks, jaw, and eye sockets.
This makes your face look more sunken and flat, with less support for your skin.
Your jawbone gets smaller, so your lower face may look more droopy and less defined.
Because the bones shrink so much, your whole face shape can change and look more aged.
FAT PADS
Fat pads are markedly diminished, facial volume loss is pronounced.
In your 70s, most of the fat in your face is gone or has dropped down. This makes the top part of your face look sunken, and the bottom part look loose or droopy. The skin hangs more because there’s not much fat left to hold it up.
SKIN CHANGES
Skin is fragile, very thin, with deep lines and folds; muscle relaxation causes additional sagging, especially in the neck 3
In your 70s, your skin is very thin, dry, and fragile. It sags a lot, has lots of wrinkles, and may look hollow or droopy. You also see more spots and uneven color, and your skin takes a long time to heal.
Dermaluxe Beauty Treatments
Maintenance treatments: gentle LED therapy, supportive skincare, and non-invasive rejuvenation to preserve skin health and comfort
In your 70s, your skin needs gentle support to stay healthy and comfortable. We use soft LED therapy, gentle skincare, and non-invasive treatments to help keep your skin feeling good and looking cared for.
As we journey from our 20s to our 70s, our faces naturally change in many ways—from the deeper structure of our bones, to the shifting of fat pads, to the texture and strength of our skin. Understanding these changes empowers us to choose the right skincare routines and treatments for every stage of life. At Dermaluxe Beauty, we celebrate every age and are here to support you with expert advice and personalized care, helping you feel confident and radiant at every decade. Aging is a beautiful, natural process—and with the right knowledge and support, you can embrace it with grace and confidence.
