Fine lines are tiny creases near the surface of the skin that distinguish them from wrinkles, which are deeper creases that form with age.
Retinoids (including over-the-counter retinol and prescription strength tretinoin), which increase skin cell turnover and collagen production to prevent fine lines.
Retinoids
Retinoids are synthetic derivatives that contain similar properties to vitamin A. Used to improve skin pigmentation, texture and reduce fine lines they can be found both over-the-counter and through prescription.
Unclogging pores, smoothing complexion and stimulating collagen production for firmer skin is achieved. Furthermore, these treatments reduce discoloration while helping prevent age spots and fine lines due to increasing cell turnover and decreasing pigment cell formation.
Retinoids can produce amazing results when used as part of a well-rounded skincare regime and with professional advice and supervision. However, their use may increase sun sensitivity; to protect skin against this risk a daily broad-spectrum sunscreen should be worn.
Botox
Botox is an injectable medication that works to treat wrinkles by temporarily stopping muscle contractions, relieving facial lines and smoothing wrinkles. Containing purified toxin from Clostridium botulinum bacteria, Botox injection by trained medical professionals offers safe treatments with few adverse side effects.
Dynamic wrinkles that appear during smiling, squinting or frowning can be reduced and forehead lines and crow’s feet reduced with this therapy.
Botox has also proven effective against neck spasms (cerebral dystonia), chronic migraine headaches, jaw clenching and sweating (hyperhidrosis). Furthermore, Botox injections may even be used to help fix lazy eyes! Botox treatments are administered at your physician’s office with little downtime required afterwards.
Fillers
Hyaluronic acid fillers help reduce fine lines and wrinkles by injecting the skin with naturally-occurring substances that help it retain moisture. A reputable provider uses safe techniques and artistic placement for optimal, subtle results that appear natural-looking.
Aging has a detrimental impact on facial tissue, leading to fat shift and thin, which results in fine lines and wrinkles becoming increasingly evident across all areas of facial structure. This process is especially visible around lips and nose as well as along cheeks and jawline.
Early preventative dermal filler treatments can soften early creases, support facial structures and add volume in areas where facial fat has shifted or diminished, thus avoiding more aggressive treatments later on.
Laser treatments
Laser skin resurfacing treatments can help to diminish fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating natural collagen production in the body. Treatment typically entails having the laser administered in an office by a physician or cosmetic surgeon with local anesthesia administered for comfort, after which you may hear snapping noises as the laser heats your outer layer of skin, possibly followed by mild stinging sensations as it heats it further. After your procedure you must apply ointment, gauze pads, broad spectrum sunscreens as instructed and use antibacterial soap as necessary; your skin may turn pink to red during healing process, taking several months for pigment changes to fade away completely.
Non-ablative lasers use heat energy to treat skin without stripping away its outer layer, and are the perfect choice for minimizing fine wrinkles, improving tone and treating discolorations such as age spots or melasma.
Chemical peels
Chemical peels can help reduce fine lines by untying dead skin cells on the surface of your face and prompting them to shed faster, revealing fresher, smoother skin beneath.
Light chemical peels such as Jessner solution, glycolic acid and the combination of phenol and croton oil are ideal for mild sun damage, uneven skin tone and melasma.
Before undergoing a deep chemical peel, it is vitally important to disclose any history of scarring, herpes, facial X-rays or cold sores in order to reduce risks such as toxicity, salicylism or tinnitus associated with this procedure. Furthermore, be sure to follow your physician’s advice regarding routine cleansing and the use of protective ointments post peel.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is an exfoliation treatment used to diminish fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, and even out pigmentation. A dermatologist or aesthetician administers microdermabrasion by spraying a fine mist of crystals over the treatment area to suction away dead skin cells and reveal new, fresh underlying tissue beneath.
Microdermabrasion can help treat acne breakouts, fade acne scars, shrink enlarged pores and lighten hyperpigmentation while creating an effective surface for skincare product absorption.
Microdermabrasion treatments can leave the skin dry, so it is essential to use moisturizers and put off applying makeup until the results of this treatment have settled in. Repeat it every four to eight weeks in order to ensure maximum benefits from this therapy.
