Primary Causes & Action Plans
HbA1c
Glycation damages skin proteins and accelerates aging High blood sugar glycates collagen and elastin, causing cross-linking and stiffness. Low HbA1c preserves skin elasticity.
Target < 5.2%
Suggested Action Plan
Low-carb diet preserves skin texture. HbA1c control is the single most powerful anti-aging skin intervention.
hs-CRP
Chronic inflammation damages skin and accelerates aging Elevated CRP indicates inflammation damaging skin. Anti-inflammatory interventions preserve skin.
Target < 1.0 mg/L
Suggested Action Plan
Anti-inflammatory diet, omega-3, exercise preserve skin health. Retest in 3 months.
Antioxidant Status (SOD, Catalase)
Reduced antioxidant capacity accelerates skin aging through oxidative stress Antioxidant enzymes protect against oxidative damage. Low antioxidant capacity accelerates aging.
Target Optimal ranges vary
Suggested Action Plan
Antioxidant-rich diet (berries, leafy greens) and supplementation (vitamin C, E, glutathione) slow skin aging.
Collagen Biomarkers (Hyaluronic Acid)
Decline with aging; low levels indicate accelerated collagen breakdown Hyaluronic acid and procollagen levels decline with aging. Maintaining these slows skin aging.
Target Optimal ranges high
Suggested Action Plan
Collagen supplementation, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid supplementation may support skin health.