<Anatomy of the breast

The breast is composed mainly of mammary tissue and adipose tissue.

The shape and position of the breast is supported by Cooper's ligament and other factors.

<Aging changes in the breast

After menopause, when the secretion of the female hormone estrogen decreases, the mammary glands atrophy and the relative proportion of adipose tissue increases.

In addition, the Cooper's ligament loses elasticity and the skin loses its tension and firmness due to a decrease in collagen and other components of the skin. The breast becomes less supportive, and the entire breast becomes drooping. Atrophy of the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor muscles, which support the breast, causes the breast to droop, reducing the volume of the décolleté and giving the impression of being deflated.

<Aging changes in the nipple and areola

The position of the nipple deviates downward (toward the foot) of the breast with age. As skin elasticity decreases, the nipple elongation and enlargement occur, resulting in a change in shape. In addition, melanin accumulation and irritation from friction over a long period of time cause darkening and dullness to become prominent. The skin's barrier function is easily compromised by reduced sebaceous gland function and external stimuli, resulting in dryness and itching.

<Preventing age-related changes

It is important to improve the five lifestyle habits of diet, sleep, exercise, underwear, and moisturizing, and to make these habits a long-term, ongoing habit.

With regard to diet, a regular diet should be maintained. It is recommended to consume protein to synthesize collagen, antioxidant vitamins C and E, and isoflavone, which has estrogen-like effects.

Then, get a good night's sleep, which promotes the secretion of growth hormones.

Exercise helps maintain basic breast support by strengthening the pectoral muscles. And we usually try to maintain a beautiful posture.

As for undergarments, select bras of the correct size and material, and wear them both during the day and at bedtime to prevent breast deformity.

It is also important to moisturize the breast to prevent skin dryness and loss of tension.