Anti-aging is one of the most sought-after topics in skincare. Yet, it is also one of the areas where the most misconceptions exist. 

Many believe that skin aging is solely about age, having mature skin. The reality is far more complex. 

Wrinkles, fine lines, pigment spots, sagging skin, and loss of radiance are due to a combination of biological processes that affect the skin throughout life, but are of course most visible in mature skin. 

If you want visibly healthier, stronger, and more youthful skin, it is important to understand what actually happens in the skin. Only when you address the causes behind skin aging can you achieve the best results. 

What is skin aging? 

Skin aging is a natural biological process where the skin's structure gradually changes. 

With age, the skin's production of: 

Collagen is the skin's most important support protein. 

Elastin gives the skin its elasticity. 

Hyaluronic acid helps the skin bind large amounts of moisture. 

When production declines, the skin gradually becomes: 

This is a natural part of the aging process. 

Why do we get wrinkles? 

Today, we know that wrinkles are not due to a single factor. Many experience skin aging manifesting as wrinkles, but for many, pigment spots, loss of radiance, and uneven skin tone are the first visible signs. 

Modern research points to five primary mechanisms:  

1. UV damage (photoaging) 

The biggest cause of visible skin aging is UV radiation. 

In fact, many dermatologists estimate that the majority of visible signs of aging are caused by the sun. 

UV rays break down collagen, elastin, and the skin's natural defense systems. 

The result can be: 

2. Collagen loss 

From about 25 years of age, the body's collagen production gradually begins to decrease. 

Collagen acts as the skin's internal scaffolding, and losing it is seen as mature skin or directly as aging skin. 

When the amount is reduced, the skin loses its firmness and elasticity. 

3. Oxidative stress 

Every day, the skin is exposed to free radicals. 

Free radicals are formed by, among other things: 

These unstable molecules can damage skin cells and accelerate the aging process. Researchers also speak today of "inflammaginglow-grade chronic inflammation that can, over time, contribute to skin aging and collagen degradation. 

4. Loss of moisture 

Young skin contains large amounts of hyaluronic acid and natural humectants. 

With age, the skin's ability to retain moisture decreases. 

The result is often: 

5. Slower cell renewal 

Skin cell renewal gradually slows down with age. 

Dead skin cells accumulate on the skin's surface. 

This can lead to: 

Why do many anti-aging products not work? 

Many anti-aging products promise a lot but only work on a single aspect of skin aging. 

Some provide moisture. 

Others focus on antioxidants. 

Still others only attempt to address wrinkles. 

The problem is that skin aging is caused by several mechanisms that influence each other. 

If only one mechanism is treated, often only limited results are achieved. 

That's why the Raz Signature treatment is developed to work on several of the skin's most important aging mechanisms simultaneously. 

Summer vs. Winter Protocol 

Many anti-aging treatments do not consider that the skin's needs change significantly throughout the year. 

In summer, the skin is typically exposed to: 

Therefore, the focus of the summer protocol is: 

✔️ Antioxidants 
✔️ Sun protection 
✔️ Collagen stimulation 
✔️ Light moisture without heavy grease film 

In winter, the challenges are often quite different. 

Cold air, wind, low humidity, and indoor heating increase the skin's moisture evaporation. 

The result can be: 

Therefore, the focus of the winter protocol is: 

✔️ Nourishment 
✔️ Moisture retention 
✔️ Skin barrier repair 
✔️ Collagen stimulation 
✔️ Protection against continued photoaging 

The goals are the same all year round – stronger, healthier, and more youthful skin. But the skin's needs are not necessarily the same in July as in January. 

As a general rule, I recommend the summer protocol from April to September and the winter protocol from October to March. 

If you have very dry skin, the winter protocol can be used all year round. If you have oily or combination skin, many will find the summer protocol to be the most comfortable for most of the year.

Do I need to use all the products? 

No. 

Many achieve great results with fewer products. 

I have put together this guide based on what I believe provides the best results against skin aging, but you may not need all of them. 

If you want to keep it simple, I would prioritize: 

These three products address some of the most important mechanisms behind skin aging. 

If you want to optimize the results further, you can supplement with Hydra and CP Chemical Peel. 

The most important thing is not how many products you use. 

The most important thing is that you use them consistently. 

 
Raz Signature Treatment for Skin Aging 

When I help people with anti-aging, the goal is not just to reduce visible wrinkles. 

The goal is to support the skin's natural functions and work with the mechanisms that drive skin aging. 

✔️ UV damage 

✔️ Collagen loss 

✔️ Oxidative stress 

✔️ Loss of moisture 

✔️ Slower cell renewal

Summer Protocol April-September 

Morning 

1. Vitamin C

If I had to choose one serum for mature skin, Vitamin C would be among the absolute strongest candidates. 

The formula includes, among other things: 

Vitamin C is particularly interesting because it helps with: 

At the same time, niacinamide helps strengthen the skin barrier and improve skin tone. 

2. Hydra Advanced Face Gel

In my opinion, Hydra is one of the most underrated anti-aging products in the range. 

The most important ingredient is Copper Tripeptide-1, also known as GHK-Cu. 

GHK-Cu is a signal peptide known for its role in: