Skin Hub

Anatomy of skin

Epidermis: Outermost layer; provides barrier and skin tone (contains melanocytes).

Dermis: Middle layer; contains connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands.

Hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue): Deepest layer; composed of fat and connective tissue.

Functions of the skin

Protection: Acts as a physical, chemical, and biological barrier.
Regulation: Maintains body temperature and prevents water loss.
Sensation: Contains nerve endings for pain, pressure and temperature.
Vitamin D synthesis: Initiates production when exposed to UVB light.
Healing and repair: Rapid cellular turnover and repair mechanisms.

Cell types

Keratinocytes: Main cells of the epidermis produce keratin.
Melanocytes: Pigment-producing cells.
Langerhans Cells: Immune response cells.
Fibroblasts: Produce collagen and elastin in the dermis.

Skin ageing process

The evidence behind DRV+

Skin Health

Skin concerns: prevalence, persistence and impact

Our survey of 317 adults shows skin concerns are near-universal, usually multiple, and carry a real psychosocial cost.

317 respondents

2024–2025

Cross-sectional customer survey

99.7% have a skin concern

68% have wrinkles or fine lines

62% say skin affects confidence

Study Findings

We surveyed 317 adults on the breadth of skin concerns, their psychosocial impact, and beliefs about diet and lifestyle.

What we found:

99.7% reported at least one skin concern, a mean of 3.6 each - led by wrinkles/fine lines (67.5%) and signs of ageing (61.8%). 62.1% said skin affects their confidence and 18% had skipped a social event because of it. 88% linked skin to stress and sleep, yet only 42% regularly drink two litres of water a day.

What This Means

Rarely a single issue

Mean 3.6 concerns each; 69% had three or more.

Concerns typically present together.

More than skin-deep

62% said skin affects confidence; 18% skipped a social event.

A clear psychosocial dimension.

Belief outpaces behaviour

88% link skin to stress/sleep, but only 42% hydrate adequately.

A gap nutrition and education can address.

Read the abstract

Condition

Typical Age of Onset

Gender Prevalence

Risk Factors

Acne Vulgaris

Peaks in adolescence (12-25 years) and decreases after 30.

Higher prevalence in females post-adolescence due to hormonal factors.

High-glycemic diet, hormonal fluctuations, stress, and genetics.

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Common in children (10-20%) and 2-3% in adults.

Slightly higher in females.

Family history of atopy (asthma or hay fever), dry climates, and irritants.

Psoriasis

Onset typically occurs between 15-35 years, but it can occur at any age.

Equal prevalence across genders.

Genetic predisposition, smoking, obesity, and infections.

Rosacea

Most common in adults aged 30-50.

More common in women, but severe cases are more frequent in men.

UV exposure, alcohol, spicy foods, and genetics.

Melasma (Hyperpigmentation)

Common in reproductive years (20-40).

Mainly affects women (90% of cases).

UV radiation, hormonal changes (pregnancy, oral contraceptives).

Acne Vulgaris

Typical Age of Onset Peaks in adolescence (12-25 years) and decreases after 30.

Gender Prevalence Higher prevalence in females post-adolescence due to hormonal factors.

Risk Factors High-glycemic diet, hormonal fluctuations, stress, and genetics.

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Typical Age of Onset Common in children (10-20%) and 2-3% in adults.

Gender Prevalence Slightly higher in females.

Risk Factors Family history of atopy (asthma or hay fever), dry climates, and irritants.

Psoriasis

Typical Age of Onset Onset typically occurs between 15-35 years, but it can occur at any age.

Gender Prevalence Equal prevalence across genders.

Risk Factors Genetic predisposition, smoking, obesity, and infections.

Rosacea

Typical Age of Onset Most common in adults aged 30-50.

Gender Prevalence More common in women, but severe cases are more frequent in men.

Risk Factors UV exposure, alcohol, spicy foods, and genetics.

Melasma (Hyperpigmentation)

Typical Age of Onset Common in reproductive years (20-40).

Gender Prevalence Mainly affects women (90% of cases).

Risk Factors UV radiation, hormonal changes (pregnancy, oral contraceptives).

How food impacts skin

If you’re feeling tired or under pressure or your diet lacks essential nutrients, it can often impact your hair and nail growth and skin radiance.

Foods to reach for

Foods to avoid

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