Good Genes vs. Good Habits: Which Impacts Your Longevity More?
3 min read
JAN 2, 2023 - annie moberg
HEALTH
Good Genes vs. Good Habits: Which Impacts Your Longevity More?
3 min read
JAN 2, 2023 - annie moberg
HEALTH
Was your grandma still dancing on tables well into her 90s? Is your dad hiking every day, even in his early 80s? If so, you might partially have strong genes to be thankful for: studies have shown that people who live long lives in good health often share similar genetic markers, which means grandma and dad might have passed some of their good health onto you. But don’t worry if it doesn’t seem like longevity genes run in your family: recent research has revealed that only 20-30% of our longevity is influenced by our genetics. The other 70-80% is not about who we’re related to but how we live–and the conscious steps we take throughout our lives to take care of our mental, physical, and emotional health. Let’s take a closer look at the research to uncover the secrets behind longevity.
Was your grandma still dancing on tables well into her 90s? Is your dad hiking every day, even in his early 80s? If so, you might partially have strong genes to be thankful for: studies have shown that people who live long lives in good health often share similar genetic markers, which means grandma and dad might have passed some of their good health onto you. But don’t worry if it doesn’t seem like longevity genes run in your family: recent research has revealed that only 20-30% of our longevity is influenced by our genetics. The other 70-80% is not about who we’re related to but how we live–and the conscious steps we take throughout our lives to take care of our mental, physical, and emotional health. Let’s take a closer look at the research to uncover the secrets behind longevity.
01
Heritability
Genetic inheritance plays a role in how a person develops, and we can see many physical traits that are inherited from our parents or family members. Common traits that may be inherited are:
- Hair color
- Eye color
- Blood group
- Dominant hand
- Skin tone
01
Heritability
Genetic inheritance plays a role in how a person develops, and we can see many physical traits that are inherited from our parents or family members. Common traits that may be inherited are:
- Hair color
- Eye color
- Blood group
- Dominant hand
- Skin tone
02
The genetic connection behind longevity
The Leiden Longevity Study published more than a decade and a half ago, found that the people who have centenarians in their families have lower chances of developing age-related diseases and exhibit more youthful metabolism and age-related inflammation markers than other people around their age.While scientists are still looking into the exact genetic factors behind this phenomena, it appears clear that there is a genetic connection. A study that compared the DNA of 800 people between the ages of 95 to 119 against random controls found specific genetic polymorphisms that were associated with the longevity group. However, not everyone with exceptional longevity shares the exact same polymorphisms. In fact, recent findings suggest that there are likely a number of gene variations – some of which have yet to be identified–that act together to minimize the chances of age-related diseases like cancer, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and heart disease. So what does that mean for you? If you’re from an exceptionally long-lived family, you might have ‘signs of strong genes and some genetic advantage, including a lower risk of age-related diseases. But because only 20-30% of your longevity is determined by your genetics, there’s no guarantee that you’ll follow in grandpa’s footsteps. In fact, your daily habits and environmental factors may have a lot more to do with your health profile in old age.
02
The genetic connection behind longevity
The Leiden Longevity Study published more than a decade and a half ago, found that the people who have centenarians in their families have lower chances of developing age-related diseases and exhibit more youthful metabolism and age-related inflammation markers than other people around their age.While scientists are still looking into the exact genetic factors behind this phenomena, it appears clear that there is a genetic connection. A study that compared the DNA of 800 people between the ages of 95 to 119 against random controls found specific genetic polymorphisms that were associated with the longevity group. However, not everyone with exceptional longevity shares the exact same polymorphisms. In fact, recent findings suggest that there are likely a number of gene variations – some of which have yet to be identified–that act together to minimize the chances of age-related diseases like cancer, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and heart disease. So what does that mean for you? If you’re from an exceptionally long-lived family, you might have ‘signs of strong genes and some genetic advantage, including a lower risk of age-related diseases. But because only 20-30% of your longevity is determined by your genetics, there’s no guarantee that you’ll follow in grandpa’s footsteps. In fact, your daily habits and environmental factors may have a lot more to do with your health profile in old age.
03
Looking for lifestyle clues in Blue Zones
If scientists now know that 70-80% of our longevity lies not in our genes but in our daily habits, the next logical question is simple: what habits help some people live longer than others?To get to the bottom of it, scientists have studied areas of the world where people tend to live longer. One of the most notable high-longevity regions of the world is Japan, with an estimated life expectancy of nearly 85 years. In addition to a robust healthcare system, a lower risk of obesity and cardiovascular disease, and a traditionally healthy diet, Japan is also home to one of the world’s Blue Zones, or areas where the population has a life expectancy much higher than the global average.Okinawa, a string of islands along Japan’s southernmost end, is home to a large population of centenarians, including the world’s longest-lived women. While there may be some baseline genetic factors at play, scientists think that Okinawans mostly have lifestyle factors to thank for their incredible longevity.
This may, at least in part, be due to the effects of lifestyle habits on epigenetics, which dictate which genes are expressed.7 Not only that but those epigenetic modifications can be passed down to future generations; therefore, your lifestyle habits, even in your younger years, can impact the genetic expression of your offspring.
Let’s take a closer look at some traditional Okinawan lifestyle practices and the scientific research that backs them up. 03
Looking for lifestyle clues in Blue Zones
If scientists now know that 70-80% of our longevity lies not in our genes but in our daily habits, the next logical question is simple: what habits help some people live longer than others?To get to the bottom of it, scientists have studied areas of the world where people tend to live longer. One of the most notable high-longevity regions of the world is Japan, with an estimated life expectancy of nearly 85 years. In addition to a robust healthcare system, a lower risk of obesity and cardiovascular disease, and a traditionally healthy diet, Japan is also home to one of the world’s Blue Zones, or areas where the population has a life expectancy much higher than the global average.Okinawa, a string of islands along Japan’s southernmost end, is home to a large population of centenarians, including the world’s longest-lived women. While there may be some baseline genetic factors at play, scientists think that Okinawans mostly have lifestyle factors to thank for their incredible longevity.
This may, at least in part, be due to the effects of lifestyle habits on epigenetics, which dictate which genes are expressed.7 Not only that but those epigenetic modifications can be passed down to future generations; therefore, your lifestyle habits, even in your younger years, can impact the genetic expression of your offspring.
Let’s take a closer look at some traditional Okinawan lifestyle practices and the scientific research that backs them up. 04
Longevity lifestyle: 3 good habits to adopt
While there is no guaranteed formula for exceptional longevity, studies have shown that common habits in Blue Zones like Okinawa are tied to living longer. In particular, these three activities have been shown across multiple studies to support longevity.
- Eating Plant-Based: Okinawans eat a largely plant-based diet that’s particularly high in nutrient-dense sweet potatoes.8 Eating a diet that’s high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, and nuts and low in red meat is proven to decrease cardiovascular mortality. A 2020 study in the journal Gut found that following a Mediterranean diet–which is generally high in veggies–for just one year slowed the development of age-related inflammatory processes.8 Another study showed that eating three servings of nuts a week reduced the participants’ risk of premature death by 39%.8
- Nurturing Your Social Life:In Okinawan tradition, people form a moai, or tight-knit group of lifelong friends. Residents describe this network as an essential safety net in times of need, alleviating stress through community support. A 2019 study found that social relationships like moai significantly increase longevity in older adults, and a long-running Harvard study showed that healthy friendships appear to have a protective effect on the brain. 8
- Staying Active:Older Okinawans are active gardeners and walk almost every day. Regular exercise can add years to your life, according to countless studies — and even small doses count. A 2015 review observed that even a small amount of moderate-to-vigorous exercise every week was associated with a 22% lower risk of early death.8
04
Longevity lifestyle: 3 good habits to adopt
While there is no guaranteed formula for exceptional longevity, studies have shown that common habits in Blue Zones like Okinawa are tied to living longer. In particular, these three activities have been shown across multiple studies to support longevity.
- Eating Plant-Based: Okinawans eat a largely plant-based diet that’s particularly high in nutrient-dense sweet potatoes.8 Eating a diet that’s high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, and nuts and low in red meat is proven to decrease cardiovascular mortality. A 2020 study in the journal Gut found that following a Mediterranean diet–which is generally high in veggies–for just one year slowed the development of age-related inflammatory processes.8 Another study showed that eating three servings of nuts a week reduced the participants’ risk of premature death by 39%.8
- Nurturing Your Social Life:In Okinawan tradition, people form a moai, or tight-knit group of lifelong friends. Residents describe this network as an essential safety net in times of need, alleviating stress through community support. A 2019 study found that social relationships like moai significantly increase longevity in older adults, and a long-running Harvard study showed that healthy friendships appear to have a protective effect on the brain. 8
- Staying Active:Older Okinawans are active gardeners and walk almost every day. Regular exercise can add years to your life, according to countless studies — and even small doses count. A 2015 review observed that even a small amount of moderate-to-vigorous exercise every week was associated with a 22% lower risk of early death.8
05
Longevity lifestyle: 3 bad habits to avoid
When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, it’s equally as important to avoid bad habits as it is to adopt good ones. Particularly the big three: insufficient sleep, high stress, and cigarette smoking. 3
- Not Getting Enough Sleep: Researchers consistently say that getting seven to nine hours of sleep per night can mitigate your risk of age-related disease. According to one Harvard study, getting less than 5 hours of sleep per night increases mortality risk from all causes by 15%. 8
- Stressing Out:While it’s normal to go through periods of stress throughout our lives, chronic stress can tax the body and lead to higher levels of systemic inflammation. This can have very real impacts on our physical health. In fact, a recent study of 30-year-olds showed that being under heavy stress shortened the life expectancy of women by 2.3 years, and men by 2 years.8
- Smoking Cigarettes:Cigarette usage is a major cause of premature death around the world. But just how much time does this bad habit cut off our life expectancy? Quite a lot! Compared to people who have never smoked, smokers are expected to die a whole decade earlier. It’s not all bad news: quitting before you turn 40 reduces the risk of death associated with smoking by about 90%.8
05
Longevity lifestyle: 3 bad habits to avoid
When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, it’s equally as important to avoid bad habits as it is to adopt good ones. Particularly the big three: insufficient sleep, high stress, and cigarette smoking. 3
- Not Getting Enough Sleep: Researchers consistently say that getting seven to nine hours of sleep per night can mitigate your risk of age-related disease. According to one Harvard study, getting less than 5 hours of sleep per night increases mortality risk from all causes by 15%. 8
- Stressing Out:While it’s normal to go through periods of stress throughout our lives, chronic stress can tax the body and lead to higher levels of systemic inflammation. This can have very real impacts on our physical health. In fact, a recent study of 30-year-olds showed that being under heavy stress shortened the life expectancy of women by 2.3 years, and men by 2 years.8
- Smoking Cigarettes:Cigarette usage is a major cause of premature death around the world. But just how much time does this bad habit cut off our life expectancy? Quite a lot! Compared to people who have never smoked, smokers are expected to die a whole decade earlier. It’s not all bad news: quitting before you turn 40 reduces the risk of death associated with smoking by about 90%.8
Key Takeaways:
- Signs of ‘good genes’ can have a positive impact on longevity, but only to a certain extent; good habits actually play a much larger role in extending your lifespan. Researchers are now finding that this may be due to the effects of lifestyle habits on epigenetics.
- When it comes to genetic longevity factors, there is no single gene that all long-lived people have in common. Instead, scientists think many genetic longevity markers interact to minimize the risk of age-related diseases.
- About 70-80% of longevity is likely due to lifestyle factors, and there may be clues in Blue Zones, areas of the world with a higher concentration of centenarians.
- These areas often have a plant-based diet, rich social networks, and active lifestyles. Research has shown these practices have validated impacts on your overall longevity.
- Getting enough sleep, managing your stress levels, and avoiding cigarettes are also important in supporting your overall lifespan.
Key Takeaways:
- Signs of ‘good genes’ can have a positive impact on longevity, but only to a certain extent; good habits actually play a much larger role in extending your lifespan. Researchers are now finding that this may be due to the effects of lifestyle habits on epigenetics.
- When it comes to genetic longevity factors, there is no single gene that all long-lived people have in common. Instead, scientists think many genetic longevity markers interact to minimize the risk of age-related diseases.
- About 70-80% of longevity is likely due to lifestyle factors, and there may be clues in Blue Zones, areas of the world with a higher concentration of centenarians.
- These areas often have a plant-based diet, rich social networks, and active lifestyles. Research has shown these practices have validated impacts on your overall longevity.
- Getting enough sleep, managing your stress levels, and avoiding cigarettes are also important in supporting your overall lifespan.
References
- https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/genetic-factors-associated-with-increased-longevity-identified/
- https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Overview-of-the-Leiden-Longevity-Study-sample-for-participants-and-first-degree_tbl1_324053256
- https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/genetic-factors-associated-with-increased-longevity-identified/
- https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13102818.2018.1532317
- https://ourworldindata.org/life-expectancy
- https://www.bluezones.com/explorations/okinawa-japan/
- https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/09/220926200451.htm
References
- https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/genetic-factors-associated-with-increased-longevity-identified/
- https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Overview-of-the-Leiden-Longevity-Study-sample-for-participants-and-first-degree_tbl1_324053256
- https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/genetic-factors-associated-with-increased-longevity-identified/
- https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13102818.2018.1532317
- https://ourworldindata.org/life-expectancy
- https://www.bluezones.com/explorations/okinawa-japan/
- https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/09/220926200451.htm
Reviewed by Alessandra Zonari, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and Co-Founder of OneSkin
Alessandra earned her Master’s degree in stem cell biology, and her PhD in skin regeneration and tissue engineering at the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil in collaboration with the 3B’s Research Group in Portugal. Alessandra did a second post-doctoral at the University of Coimbra in Portugal. She is a co-inventor of three patents and has published 20 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals.
Reviewed by Alessandra Zonari, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and Co-Founder of OneSkin
Alessandra earned her Master’s degree in stem cell biology, and her PhD in skin regeneration and tissue engineering at the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil in collaboration with the 3B’s Research Group in Portugal. Alessandra did a second post-doctoral at the University of Coimbra in Portugal. She is a co-inventor of three patents and has published 20 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals.
Discover More
What Do Antioxidants Do For Skin and Why Should Yo...
Making Sense of SPFs: What’s the Difference Betwee...
What is The Difference Between UVA and UVB Rays?
Decoding the Connections Between Intrinsic & Extri...
How to Protect Your Skin from UVA and UVB Rays
Morning vs. Night Exfoliation: Determining the Bes...
How to Tell if Acne is Hormonal or Bacterial?
Tips for Managing Hormonal Breakouts
How to Know if Your Skin Barrier is Damaged
Understanding Hormonal Acne and Its Triggers
How to Repair & Restore Your Skin Barrier
How To Get Rid of Crepey Skin: 7 Solutions
When to Apply Sunscreen: Before or After Moisturiz...
How Alcohol Impacts Your Skin’s Health
The Effects of Alcohol on Your Skin's Aging Proces...
OS-01 FACE: Clinically Validated to Support Your S...
Can Alcohol Cause Breakouts?
The Proof is in the Peptide: 12-Week Clinical Stud...
Why Is My Neck Aging So Fast?
6 Tips and Tricks for a Youthful Neck
Addressing the Need for Indoor Sun Protection
The Science of Sunburns: How to Treat and Prevent ...
Get to Know OneSkin’s Topical Supplements:
OS-01 F...
OS-01 F...
Can Air Quality Affect Skin? Exploring the Impact ...
Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep and U...
Exploring the Effects of Quality Sleep on Your Ski...
How to Improve Gut Microbiome
Exploring Caloric Restriction and Its Effects on A...
What’s the Connection Between Quality Sleep and Lo...
Unlocking the Skin Benefits of Intermittent Fastin...
Why Exercise is a Game-Changer for Longevity
The Microbiome Diet and Its Effects on Skin
Cold Exposure: Hype or Longevity Boosting?
Eat Better, Live Longer: Top Foods for Longevity
How to Protect Your Skin from Everyday Environment...
Gut Health and Skin: How Are They Connected?
Pressing the Pause Button on Aging Skin: OS-01 BOD...
Lip Balm Ingredients: What to Look for and What to...
Exploring Blue Zones: How Can We Optimize Our Heal...
Sun Exposure and Your Skin: 6 Things You Need to K...
Nurturing Your Lips: How to Keep Them Moisturized ...
Uncovering the 9 Causes of Dry Lips: Why Do Lips G...
How to Travel with Skin Care Products
The Importance of Sunscreen: Why Should You Wear I...
Lip Sunscreen: Do Lips Need SPF Protection?
The Science of Gratitude
Removing Sunscreen: Tips for Clean and Healthy Ski...
Skin Explained: Is Skin An Organ?
UV Light and Skin: Effects and Protection Strategi...
Understanding The Epidermis: Functions, Compositio...
Diving into Dermis: Functions and Significance
Unlocking the Science of Wrinkles: Causes, Formati...
Ingredient Spotlight: Bentonite Uses, Benefits, & ...
Why Skin Barrier is Important
Hypodermis: Exploring Its Vital Functions
The EU is Limiting Retinol in Skincare: Here’s Eve...
Why You Should Use OS-01 FACE & OS-01 SHIELD Toget...
Age Gracefully: How to Manage Neck Wrinkles and Ac...
Discover Why Our New SPF Outperforms the Rest
How to Preserve Your Feet: 5 Strategies for Wrinkl...
Hands and Dermal Elasticity: Understanding and Man...
The Lip Lineage: Exploring the Why Behind Wrinkled...
A Journey Through the Skin: How UV Radiation Cause...
How to Address Stomach Wrinkles For Smoother Skin
A Scientific Approach to Addressing Wrinkly Skin o...
What is Skin Cycling? Understanding, Embracing, an...
How to Skin Cycle: A Guide to Optimize Your Skin C...
How Do Our Products Work Together?
Do You Know What Clinical Claims Really Mean?
What is Tinted Sunscreen?
2 Types of Wrinkles and Tips for Treating Them
The Top 5 Benefits of Zinc Oxide for Skin
Understanding Marionette Lines: Causes and Prevent...
How to Help Your Skin Act Younger
This is the Data to Look For When Choosing Skin Ca...
The Science of Sunscreen: Understanding the Optima...
Better Elasticity, More Firmness: Discover OS-01 E...
Symptoms and Causes of Melasma on Face
Beyond UV Protection: 7 Surprising Ways Sunscreen ...
Making Sense of Sunscreen: Understanding the Diffe...
Navigating Anti-Aging Skincare: The industry, the ...
Sun Spots: Causes & 3 Prevention Tips
Navigating Sunscreen Labels: Unwanted Ingredients ...
How to Prevent Skin Aging Before It Starts
Face vs. Body Sunscreen: Can You Use Body Sunscree...
Sun Damaged Skin: What it is, how you can prevent ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Differe...
How to Strengthen Your Skin: A Guide to Thicker, H...
An In-Depth Look at Glycerin: What is it and What ...
Exploring the Difference Between Hydrating and Moi...
Exploring the Benefits of Glycerin for Skin Health
Exploring the Difference Between Hydrating and Moi...
3 Natural Ways to Keep Your Skin Hydrated and Glow...
3 Natural Ways to Keep Your Skin Hydrated and Glow...
How To Create A Hydrating Skin Care Routine For Dr...
How To Create A Hydrating Skin Care Routine For Dr...
Senotherapeutics, Senolytics, and Senomorphics -- ...
How OS-01 Can Help Your Collagen Levels As You Age...
4 Essential Face Cleansing Steps to Achieving a Ra...
Cleansing 101: How to Wash Your Face the Right Way...
4 Essential Face Cleansing Steps to Achieving a Ra...
Scientific Breakthrough: OneSkin’s scientists show...
Dry Skin 101: How To Identify This Skin Type
How OS-01 Can Help Your Collagen Levels As You Age...
Developing a Skin Care Routine for Normal Skin: 4 ...
What is Normal Skin & Do I Have This Skin Type?
Moved - What is Normal Skin & Do I Have This Skin ...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating the Perfect Skin ...
Understanding Oily Skin: Causes & Characteristics
7 Keys to Understanding Menopause and Skin Changes
Is This The Root Cause of Aging?
UV Damage Increases Cellular Senescence. Here's Ho...
Our Research Has Been Published in npj Aging
How To Reduce Hyperpigmentation by Targeting Cellu...
What Do Antioxidants Do For Skin and Why Should Yo...
4 Steps to Crafting the Perfect Skin Care Routine ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managin...
An In-Depth Look At The Benefits Of Moringa Oil Fo...
How to Tighten the Skin Under Your Eyes
101 Guide To Restoring Dry Skin Around The Eyes Mo...
7 Causes For Crepey Skin Under Eyes
101 Guide To Restoring Dry Skin Around The Eyes
How is OS-01 EYE different from OS-01 FACE?
How to Remove Lingering Dead Skin Cells On the Fac...
Safe Beauty, Validated: Why OneSkin trusts SkinSAF...
What is Epidermal Thickness & Why Does it Matter?
Hallmarks of Aging
What is Sensitive Skin?
Cell Turnover & Why It Slows As We Age
How to Reduce Skin Inflammation & Redness
101 Guide To Skin Tightening + 7 Noninvasive Metho...
Tight Feeling Skin: 3 Reasons Why
3 Skin Tightening Ingredients To Help Boost Skin H...
How OS-01 Works on Mature Skin
Is Fragrance Bad for Your Skin?
Are Parabens Bad for Your Skin?
Target Cellular Senescence with the Highest Concen...
Can a Plant-Based Diet Really Increase Your Health...
Eye Skin Ages Faster: Here’s How OS-01 Can Help
How OS-01 EYE Supports the Ultra-Thin Skin Around ...
The Science Behind Why The Skin Around the Eyes Ag...
How Do You Know When to Stop Using Retinol?
How To Heal Skin From Picking Your Face Too Much
6 Factors That Contribute to Slow Skin Healing
4 Foods To Avoid During Wound Healing & Why
A Complete Guide to the 4 Stages of Wound Healing
Collagen And Elastin: What Role Do They Play In Sk...
What is the Function of Skin as a Protective Barri...
Why We Want Skin To Be More, Not Less
More Than Skin Deep: How Physical Touch Predicts L...
What is Skin Inflammation? What Causes it?
How to Reverse (or Prevent) Aging Skin
Yes, You Need Sunscreen During Winter
Can You Use Hyaluronic Acid with Retinol?
Exploring the skin’s purpose in whole-body health
Stressed Skin: 4 Stress Effects on the Skin
What Does Hyaluronic Acid Do For Your Skin?
Good Genes vs. Good Habits: Which Impacts Your Lon...
How Does Sunscreen Work? How Long Does it Last?
What is the Best Skin Care Regimen for Aging Skin?
What happens to skin as a person ages?
What Causes Dark Circles Under and Around Your Eye...
How to Brighten Eyes and Under-Eyes
Invasive vs. Non-Invasive Skincare: The pros and c...
6 Benefits of Jojoba Oil
What are the Benefits of Sulforaphane?
What is Sustainable Packaging for Cosmetic Product...
7 Benefits of Andiroba Oil For Skin
Why is my Skin Peeling on My Face?
What Are The Causes Of Dry, Flaky Skin On Your Fac...
PREP enhances the effects of OS-01 FACE, and the p...
This is the Data to Look For When Choosing Skin Ca...
Why cellular senescence is more than just one of t...
Allantoin For Skin: A Comprehensive Guide
Ceramides For Skin: Everything You Need to Know
A Simplified Guide To The Different Skin Texture T...
How OS-01 Works With Different Skin Types
How To Smooth Skin Texture On The Face: 4 Expert T...
What Causes Crepey Skin & Can It Be Avoided Altoge...
Does Niacinamide Help With Acne & Scarring?
Skin Microbiome: What It Is, Why it’s Important, A...
What Foods Cause Acne and Which Fight Against It?
The 101 Guide To Understanding Acne-Prone Skin
The Top 4 Prickly Pear Benefits for Skin
What Is Exfoliation & Is It A Necessary Measure Fo...
OneSkin Notable Mention: Dave Asprey's The Human U...
How to Incorporate OneSkin’s OS-01 Topical Supplem...
Clean Beauty: What “clean” really means and why “s...
Retinol 101: Debunking Retinol as the Gold Standar...
Menopause & Skin: What you need to know
Take an Inside Look into Our Cutting-Edge R&D Plat...
101 Guide on The Benefits of Cleansing Your Face
How OneSkin Developed the OS-01 Peptide
Cleanser Vs. Face Wash: Which Should I Reach For?
Five Common Skin Problems Experienced in Perimenop...
You’re only as old as you feel, scientists are fin...
Collagen For Menopause: Why Is It Necessary For He...
Get to Know OneSkin’s Topical Supplements:
...OS-
The Top 3 Benefits of Peptides for Skin
How to Use Peptides In Your Skincare Regimen to Op...
Peptides vs Retinol: Is One Better For Increasing ...
What Is Causing the Uneven Skin Tone On Your Body?
How To Boost Skin Moisture For Your Entire Body Fr...
Three Ways To Extend Your Skinspan Starting With Y...
What Are Free Radicals and How Do They Impact Skin...
The Connection Between Mental Health, Age Percepti...
The Top 6 Best Antioxidants For Skin Health and Lo...
What are Zombie Cells & How Can We Remove Them?
SKIN CARE IS HEALTH CARE: WHY EXTENDING YOUR SKINS...
How chronic stress makes you age faster
OneSkin Notable Mention: OneSkin Featured In Tony ...
Niacinamide Vs Retinol: How Do They Compare?
What Is Causing the Uneven Skin Tone On Your Body?
Why Is Nutrient Absorption Key To Better Skin Heal...
OneSkin Notable Mention: LifeSpan Episode 6 | The ...
The Top 10 Best Foods for Skin Repair
Skin Hyperpigmentation 101: What It Is & How To Tr...
Are There Dangers of Retinol Cream Use?
What is Skin Elasticity & How Can You Improve It?
Celebrating Black History Month: A Discussion With...
Celebrating Black History Month: A Discussion With...
Representation of the Black Community in Skin Care...
Our Story: Learn more about the history of OneSkin...
What Is Senescence & Its Relationship To Aging?
Winter Skincare - How To Prevent Dry Skin this Sea...
Special Announcement: OneSkin to Donate 1% of Sale...
Biological Age: What is Biological Age, Why Does i...
What your skincare routine is missing (Hint. It’s ...
What is a peptide?
Peptides: the first piece of th...
Peptides: the first piece of th...
Where Skin Health Meets Longevity
Health Is The New Wealth
The Correlation Between Sleep and Skin: Why It Mat...
How Relationships, Community, & Social Interaction...
OneSkin launches MolClock, the first skin-specific...
Calorie Restriction And Intermittent Fasting: Eati...
Healthspan: A New Way To Think About Aging
Discover More
What Do Antioxidants Do For Skin and Why Should Yo...
Making Sense of SPFs: What’s the Difference Betwee...
What is The Difference Between UVA and UVB Rays?
Decoding the Connections Between Intrinsic & Extri...
How to Protect Your Skin from UVA and UVB Rays
Morning vs. Night Exfoliation: Determining the Bes...
How to Tell if Acne is Hormonal or Bacterial?
Tips for Managing Hormonal Breakouts
How to Know if Your Skin Barrier is Damaged
Understanding Hormonal Acne and Its Triggers
How to Repair & Restore Your Skin Barrier
How To Get Rid of Crepey Skin: 7 Solutions
When to Apply Sunscreen: Before or After Moisturiz...
How Alcohol Impacts Your Skin’s Health
The Effects of Alcohol on Your Skin's Aging Proces...
OS-01 FACE: Clinically Validated to Support Your S...
Can Alcohol Cause Breakouts?
The Proof is in the Peptide: 12-Week Clinical Stud...
Why Is My Neck Aging So Fast?
6 Tips and Tricks for a Youthful Neck
Addressing the Need for Indoor Sun Protection
The Science of Sunburns: How to Treat and Prevent ...
Get to Know OneSkin’s Topical Supplements:
OS-01 F...
OS-01 F...
Can Air Quality Affect Skin? Exploring the Impact ...
Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep and U...
Exploring the Effects of Quality Sleep on Your Ski...
How to Improve Gut Microbiome
Exploring Caloric Restriction and Its Effects on A...
What’s the Connection Between Quality Sleep and Lo...
Unlocking the Skin Benefits of Intermittent Fastin...
Why Exercise is a Game-Changer for Longevity
The Microbiome Diet and Its Effects on Skin
Cold Exposure: Hype or Longevity Boosting?
Eat Better, Live Longer: Top Foods for Longevity
How to Protect Your Skin from Everyday Environment...
Gut Health and Skin: How Are They Connected?
Pressing the Pause Button on Aging Skin: OS-01 BOD...
Lip Balm Ingredients: What to Look for and What to...
Exploring Blue Zones: How Can We Optimize Our Heal...
Sun Exposure and Your Skin: 6 Things You Need to K...
Nurturing Your Lips: How to Keep Them Moisturized ...
Uncovering the 9 Causes of Dry Lips: Why Do Lips G...
How to Travel with Skin Care Products
The Importance of Sunscreen: Why Should You Wear I...
Lip Sunscreen: Do Lips Need SPF Protection?
The Science of Gratitude
Removing Sunscreen: Tips for Clean and Healthy Ski...
Skin Explained: Is Skin An Organ?
UV Light and Skin: Effects and Protection Strategi...
Understanding The Epidermis: Functions, Compositio...
Diving into Dermis: Functions and Significance
Unlocking the Science of Wrinkles: Causes, Formati...
Ingredient Spotlight: Bentonite Uses, Benefits, & ...
Why Skin Barrier is Important
Hypodermis: Exploring Its Vital Functions
The EU is Limiting Retinol in Skincare: Here’s Eve...
Why You Should Use OS-01 FACE & OS-01 SHIELD Toget...
Age Gracefully: How to Manage Neck Wrinkles and Ac...
Discover Why Our New SPF Outperforms the Rest
How to Preserve Your Feet: 5 Strategies for Wrinkl...
Hands and Dermal Elasticity: Understanding and Man...
The Lip Lineage: Exploring the Why Behind Wrinkled...
A Journey Through the Skin: How UV Radiation Cause...
How to Address Stomach Wrinkles For Smoother Skin
A Scientific Approach to Addressing Wrinkly Skin o...
What is Skin Cycling? Understanding, Embracing, an...
How to Skin Cycle: A Guide to Optimize Your Skin C...
How Do Our Products Work Together?
Do You Know What Clinical Claims Really Mean?
What is Tinted Sunscreen?
2 Types of Wrinkles and Tips for Treating Them
The Top 5 Benefits of Zinc Oxide for Skin
Understanding Marionette Lines: Causes and Prevent...
How to Help Your Skin Act Younger
This is the Data to Look For When Choosing Skin Ca...
The Science of Sunscreen: Understanding the Optima...
Better Elasticity, More Firmness: Discover OS-01 E...
Symptoms and Causes of Melasma on Face
Beyond UV Protection: 7 Surprising Ways Sunscreen ...
Making Sense of Sunscreen: Understanding the Diffe...
Navigating Anti-Aging Skincare: The industry, the ...
Sun Spots: Causes & 3 Prevention Tips
Navigating Sunscreen Labels: Unwanted Ingredients ...
How to Prevent Skin Aging Before It Starts
Face vs. Body Sunscreen: Can You Use Body Sunscree...
Sun Damaged Skin: What it is, how you can prevent ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Differe...
How to Strengthen Your Skin: A Guide to Thicker, H...
An In-Depth Look at Glycerin: What is it and What ...
Exploring the Difference Between Hydrating and Moi...
Exploring the Benefits of Glycerin for Skin Health
Exploring the Difference Between Hydrating and Moi...
3 Natural Ways to Keep Your Skin Hydrated and Glow...
3 Natural Ways to Keep Your Skin Hydrated and Glow...
How To Create A Hydrating Skin Care Routine For Dr...
How To Create A Hydrating Skin Care Routine For Dr...
Senotherapeutics, Senolytics, and Senomorphics -- ...
How OS-01 Can Help Your Collagen Levels As You Age...
4 Essential Face Cleansing Steps to Achieving a Ra...
Cleansing 101: How to Wash Your Face the Right Way...
4 Essential Face Cleansing Steps to Achieving a Ra...
Scientific Breakthrough: OneSkin’s scientists show...
Dry Skin 101: How To Identify This Skin Type
How OS-01 Can Help Your Collagen Levels As You Age...
Developing a Skin Care Routine for Normal Skin: 4 ...
What is Normal Skin & Do I Have This Skin Type?
Moved - What is Normal Skin & Do I Have This Skin ...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating the Perfect Skin ...
Understanding Oily Skin: Causes & Characteristics
7 Keys to Understanding Menopause and Skin Changes
Is This The Root Cause of Aging?
UV Damage Increases Cellular Senescence. Here's Ho...
Our Research Has Been Published in npj Aging
How To Reduce Hyperpigmentation by Targeting Cellu...
What Do Antioxidants Do For Skin and Why Should Yo...
4 Steps to Crafting the Perfect Skin Care Routine ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managin...
An In-Depth Look At The Benefits Of Moringa Oil Fo...
How to Tighten the Skin Under Your Eyes
101 Guide To Restoring Dry Skin Around The Eyes Mo...
7 Causes For Crepey Skin Under Eyes
101 Guide To Restoring Dry Skin Around The Eyes
How is OS-01 EYE different from OS-01 FACE?
How to Remove Lingering Dead Skin Cells On the Fac...
Safe Beauty, Validated: Why OneSkin trusts SkinSAF...
What is Epidermal Thickness & Why Does it Matter?
Hallmarks of Aging
What is Sensitive Skin?
Cell Turnover & Why It Slows As We Age
How to Reduce Skin Inflammation & Redness
101 Guide To Skin Tightening + 7 Noninvasive Metho...
Tight Feeling Skin: 3 Reasons Why
3 Skin Tightening Ingredients To Help Boost Skin H...
How OS-01 Works on Mature Skin
Is Fragrance Bad for Your Skin?
Are Parabens Bad for Your Skin?
Target Cellular Senescence with the Highest Concen...
Can a Plant-Based Diet Really Increase Your Health...
Eye Skin Ages Faster: Here’s How OS-01 Can Help
How OS-01 EYE Supports the Ultra-Thin Skin Around ...
The Science Behind Why The Skin Around the Eyes Ag...
How Do You Know When to Stop Using Retinol?
How To Heal Skin From Picking Your Face Too Much
6 Factors That Contribute to Slow Skin Healing
4 Foods To Avoid During Wound Healing & Why
A Complete Guide to the 4 Stages of Wound Healing
Collagen And Elastin: What Role Do They Play In Sk...
What is the Function of Skin as a Protective Barri...
Why We Want Skin To Be More, Not Less
More Than Skin Deep: How Physical Touch Predicts L...
What is Skin Inflammation? What Causes it?
How to Reverse (or Prevent) Aging Skin
Yes, You Need Sunscreen During Winter
Can You Use Hyaluronic Acid with Retinol?
Exploring the skin’s purpose in whole-body health
Stressed Skin: 4 Stress Effects on the Skin
What Does Hyaluronic Acid Do For Your Skin?
Good Genes vs. Good Habits: Which Impacts Your Lon...
How Does Sunscreen Work? How Long Does it Last?
What is the Best Skin Care Regimen for Aging Skin?
What happens to skin as a person ages?
What Causes Dark Circles Under and Around Your Eye...
How to Brighten Eyes and Under-Eyes
Invasive vs. Non-Invasive Skincare: The pros and c...
6 Benefits of Jojoba Oil
What are the Benefits of Sulforaphane?
What is Sustainable Packaging for Cosmetic Product...
7 Benefits of Andiroba Oil For Skin
Why is my Skin Peeling on My Face?
What Are The Causes Of Dry, Flaky Skin On Your Fac...
PREP enhances the effects of OS-01 FACE, and the p...
This is the Data to Look For When Choosing Skin Ca...
Why cellular senescence is more than just one of t...
Allantoin For Skin: A Comprehensive Guide
Ceramides For Skin: Everything You Need to Know
A Simplified Guide To The Different Skin Texture T...
How OS-01 Works With Different Skin Types
How To Smooth Skin Texture On The Face: 4 Expert T...
What Causes Crepey Skin & Can It Be Avoided Altoge...
Does Niacinamide Help With Acne & Scarring?
Skin Microbiome: What It Is, Why it’s Important, A...
What Foods Cause Acne and Which Fight Against It?
The 101 Guide To Understanding Acne-Prone Skin
The Top 4 Prickly Pear Benefits for Skin
What Is Exfoliation & Is It A Necessary Measure Fo...
OneSkin Notable Mention: Dave Asprey's The Human U...
How to Incorporate OneSkin’s OS-01 Topical Supplem...
Clean Beauty: What “clean” really means and why “s...
Retinol 101: Debunking Retinol as the Gold Standar...
Menopause & Skin: What you need to know
Take an Inside Look into Our Cutting-Edge R&D Plat...
101 Guide on The Benefits of Cleansing Your Face
How OneSkin Developed the OS-01 Peptide
Cleanser Vs. Face Wash: Which Should I Reach For?
Five Common Skin Problems Experienced in Perimenop...
You’re only as old as you feel, scientists are fin...
Collagen For Menopause: Why Is It Necessary For He...
Get to Know OneSkin’s Topical Supplements:
...OS-
The Top 3 Benefits of Peptides for Skin
How to Use Peptides In Your Skincare Regimen to Op...
Peptides vs Retinol: Is One Better For Increasing ...
What Is Causing the Uneven Skin Tone On Your Body?
How To Boost Skin Moisture For Your Entire Body Fr...
Three Ways To Extend Your Skinspan Starting With Y...
What Are Free Radicals and How Do They Impact Skin...
The Connection Between Mental Health, Age Percepti...
The Top 6 Best Antioxidants For Skin Health and Lo...
What are Zombie Cells & How Can We Remove Them?
SKIN CARE IS HEALTH CARE: WHY EXTENDING YOUR SKINS...
How chronic stress makes you age faster
OneSkin Notable Mention: OneSkin Featured In Tony ...
Niacinamide Vs Retinol: How Do They Compare?
What Is Causing the Uneven Skin Tone On Your Body?
Why Is Nutrient Absorption Key To Better Skin Heal...
OneSkin Notable Mention: LifeSpan Episode 6 | The ...
The Top 10 Best Foods for Skin Repair
Skin Hyperpigmentation 101: What It Is & How To Tr...
Are There Dangers of Retinol Cream Use?
What is Skin Elasticity & How Can You Improve It?
Celebrating Black History Month: A Discussion With...
Celebrating Black History Month: A Discussion With...
Representation of the Black Community in Skin Care...
Our Story: Learn more about the history of OneSkin...
What Is Senescence & Its Relationship To Aging?
Winter Skincare - How To Prevent Dry Skin this Sea...
Special Announcement: OneSkin to Donate 1% of Sale...
Biological Age: What is Biological Age, Why Does i...
What your skincare routine is missing (Hint. It’s ...
What is a peptide?
Peptides: the first piece of th...
Peptides: the first piece of th...
Where Skin Health Meets Longevity
Health Is The New Wealth
The Correlation Between Sleep and Skin: Why It Mat...
How Relationships, Community, & Social Interaction...
OneSkin launches MolClock, the first skin-specific...
Calorie Restriction And Intermittent Fasting: Eati...
Healthspan: A New Way To Think About Aging