Beauty in the Bloodline: How Genetics from Mom Shape Our Skin, Bone Structure, and More

In celebration of Mother’s Day, we’re giving credit where credit is due—right back to Mom.

Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself and thought, “Wow, I look just like my mom”? That’s not just sentiment—it’s science. From your bone structure to the way your skin behaves over time, you inherited more from your mother than her love and wisdom. This Mother’s Day, we’re exploring the genetics of beauty and how your mom may be the blueprint behind your most defining features.

1. Face First: Bone Structure & Facial Features

Your facial structure is largely genetic, and many of the hallmarks of what we consider “timeless beauty”—high cheekbones, a defined jawline, a delicate nose—can often be traced through generations. The bone density, shape, and symmetry of your face determine how your features age and how volume shifts over time.

As we get older, changes in our skeletal structure can contribute to sagging skin or a less defined profile. Fortunately, modern aesthetic treatments like dermal filler can subtly enhance these natural features, maintaining what Mom gave you while keeping things fresh and lifted.

UPKEEP Tip: Looking to enhance your inherited cheekbones or jawline? A sculpting filler treatment could be your perfect match.

2. Skin Deep: Inherited Skin Types & Conditions

Skin type is one of the most visibly inherited traits. If your mom has dry, sensitive skin—you may find yourself reaching for the same moisturizer. Genetics influence oil production, collagen levels, pore size, and even how much sun damage you’re prone to over time.

It’s not just about how your skin looks on a good day, either. Certain concerns like hyperpigmentation, rosacea, or under-eye darkness can run in families. But while you may have inherited your skin type, you’re not stuck with its struggles.

UPKEEP Tip: Target genetic skin concerns with treatments like Hydrafacials, IPL, or microneedling—designed to work with your skin, not against it.

3. Aging Gracefully: The Maternal Timeline

Take a look at how your mom’s skin has aged—it might be a sneak peek into your own future. Genetics play a major role in how we wrinkle, how quickly we lose elasticity, and how our faces change over time.

But here’s the good news: today, we can be proactive. Preventative treatments like Botox, professional skincare routines, and sun protection are the holy trinity of graceful aging. Think of it as honoring your mom’s beauty by giving your own genes the best support possible.

UPKEEP Tip: Starting early with Botox and SPF can help slow inherited signs of aging before they even begin.

4. Honoring the Skin You’re In—Together

Mother’s Day is about more than brunch and flowers—it’s about recognizing the women who shaped us, inside and out. Whether it’s her high forehead, her laugh lines, or her glow, you carry a part of her in your reflection. Celebrate it. Preserve it. Even better? Book a treatment together and create new memories while caring for what you’ve both been given.

From genetics to gratitude, there’s beauty in your bloodline.

Join Us for Our Mother’s Day Open House!

We’re celebrating all the incredible women who raised us with an all-day, come-and-go event at all five UPKEEP locations on Friday, May 9th from 9AM–8PM. Enjoy complimentary drinks and small bites, event specials, and maybe even treat yourself and Mom to something special 💐

Because beauty may be inherited—but glowing together? That’s a choice.