HealthAugust 17, 2026

photoageing

FO-toh-ay-jing

Definition

The premature aging of the skin, characterized by wrinkles, discoloration, and loss of elasticity, caused by prolonged and repeated exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Etymology

The word is a combination of the Greek-derived 'photo-' (meaning light) and the Germanic 'ageing' (the process of becoming old). It entered common usage in dermatology to specifically distinguish sun-induced skin damage from natural biological aging.

In the news

The article uses photoageing to describe the skin damage caused by UV rays that gallic acid-based formulations might help mitigate. It highlights the protective focus of modern skincare research.

Gallic Acid vs vitamin C: What the science really says

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