Are "tightening" and "anti-aging" the same thing?

"Tightening" and "anti-aging" do not mean the same thing. Tightening primarily addresses the skin's elasticity and tension. With aging, loss of collagen and elastin fibers causes the skin to lose its firmness and become loose. Anti-aging, however, is a broader concept that not only includes tightening but also involves delaying cellular aging, reducing wrinkles, improving uneven skin tone, and enhancing skin radiance, among other aspects.

Anti-aging skincare products typically contain antioxidant ingredients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and tea polyphenols, as well as components that stimulate collagen production, such as peptides and hyaluronic acid, aiming to comprehensively improve overall skin condition. To achieve skin tightening and anti-aging effects, maintaining a healthy lifestyle—including a balanced diet, sufficient sleep, and moderate exercise—can help sustain good skin condition. Secondly, choosing appropriate skincare products, such as those containing collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid, and other ingredients, can enhance skin firmness and elasticity. Additionally, undergoing regular skincare treatments such as photorejuvenation and radiofrequency skin tightening can also effectively improve skin laxity and signs of aging.