The contribution of environmental pollution is one of the major areas of concern when it comes to skin ageing. In particular, air pollution is directly in contact with our skin and it contributes to skin ageing on a daily basis.
The main sources of air pollution are industrial combustion (diesel exhaust fumes and coal), traffic and construction works. Air pollution consists of gases such as ozone and very fine particles that are known as particulate matter.
These particles, which are between 0.1mm and 10mm in size, can remain in the atmosphere for weeks and contain toxic compounds such as heavy metals and allergens.
The effects of pollution on skin
Our skin is often the first organ to come into contact with air pollution. Particulate matter is especially dangerous for the skin