Telomeres are the protective caps at the ends of our chromosomes. Think of them like the plastic tips on shoelaces—they keep our DNA from unraveling. Every time our cells divide, telomeres get a little shorter. Chronic stress, inflammation, and environmental damage (like UV exposure or pollution) speed up this shortening, which contributes to premature aging, fine lines, and loss of firmness.

At Oasis, we know skincare isn’t just about what you put on your face—it’s about what’s going on inside your body, too. One of the most overlooked contributors to premature aging is something many of us deal with daily: chronic stress