Glossy magazine covers have a field day touting the latest advancements in the recovery of skin, from magical cream products to the latest makeup. In a quest to stave off the inevitable process of aging, many women are forced to scramble for the nearest beauty product. To women, the appearance of their skin and its careful maintenance is the secret to staying attractive. However, the natural processes our body goes through may interfere with that. One of the primary reasons why skin changes as we age are hormones.

Hormones are largely responsible for the way our skin changes as we get older. For starters, hormones are chemicals that are produced in various glands of the body that have an effect on facial tissue. One gland is the thyroid gland, which influences skin appearance by producing chemicals that gently tear away at the skin and gives it a flushed appearance. On the other hand, a lack of thyroxin can lead to a thickening of the skin that produces very little sweat.

Sex hormones are also major players when it comes to acne. They are not solely responsible for enhancing or limiting sex drives. Testosterone is responsible for acne production by controlling the oil glands in the skin. Very elevated levels of testosterone can contributed to much facial hair in men and women and produce irregular periods and pimples in women. According to science, birth control pills are adept at controlling testosterone levels in women to offset the effects it has on the skin. It has also been known  that estrogen helps boost collagen levels, which naturally moisturizes the skin and helps heal wounds on the surface.

Moisturizing and hydrating the skin can be aided by adding DHEA (a hormone) to one`s diet. Like other hormones that are available through tablets and pills, DHEA supplementation is important for those that have decreased levels in their later years. By activating oil production, the skin becomes naturally moisturized and kept looking healthy. Skin creams and other ointments readily available over-the-counter do not simply serve to "wet" the skin, but to provide it with nutrients and supplementation that comes with DHEA hormones.

To conclude, there are many hormones that affect the texture and humidity of your skin. Various glands in the body along with topical ointments like DHEA skin creams can all work together to provide your skin with the hydration and moisture it needs.

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