Solar Elastosis

Solar elastosis develops when years of cumulative sun exposure destroy collagen in the skin and cause an abnormal buildup of elastic tissue, leaving skin looking yellowish, thickened, and rough. It’s most common in areas that have seen prolonged sun exposure over many years, since both UVA and UVB rays, from the sun and from tanning beds alike, damage collagen and accelerate this process.

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How It Happens

Understanding
Solar Elastosis

Early signs often show up first in the cheeks, appearing as lines that remain visible even when your face is completely at rest. In its earliest stage, these are simply fine lines, but over time, as elastic tissue continues to build and collagen continues breaking down, they progress into deeper, more permanent creases. If you’re noticing these fine lines developing in your cheeks, it’s a good sign that it’s time to start protecting your skin more seriously and seek guidance from someone experienced in treating this specific condition.

Prevention

Do not smoke, as smoking accelerates the rate of collagen loss in the skin. Avoid sun exposure during peak hours between 10am and 3pm, cover up with a broad-brimmed hat and long sleeves, and wear a sunblock above SPF 30 with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as the primary active ingredients for protection.

How We Treat Solar Elastosis

Vivace Microneedling with RF

Can show significant improvement in skin tone and texture by inducing new collagen production.

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Fraxel Laser, HALO

Improve tone and texture with less downtime than full resurfacing, though they require a series of treatments since each pass only treats a percentage of the skin.
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Erbium Laser Resurfacing

Full facial resurfacing that offers the best overall results, though it also comes with the longest recovery time of any option here.

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Skin Care

Topical vitamin A derivatives like retinols and tretinoin, along with products containing AHAs, have shown benefit for the appearance of solar elastosis as part of an ongoing skincare routine.

Why choose Lazaderm

Physician-Led

A board-certified physician at the helm. Dr. Lornell E. Hansen II, MD, leads a team with decades of combined experience, bringing surgical precision and an artist’s eye to every treatment.

Honest, Expert Care

A team you can trust. Our providers recommend what your skin actually needs. Never more.

Free Consultations

Start with a conversation, not a quote. Every visit begins with a no-pressure consult and ends with a clear plan.

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