Wrinkles are part of the natural aging process and can be reduced using skincare products containing retinoids to stimulate collagen production and decrease wrinkles. Retin-A, Tazarotene, and Adapalene are among these retinoid-containing creams and serums which have proven successful at doing just this.
Sun damage is one of the leading causes of early skin aging, so limiting UV exposure and wearing sunscreen daily are effective strategies for combatting fine lines and wrinkles. Moisturizing also keeps skin laxity at bay by keeping it plump.
Retinol
Retinoids are fat-soluble vitamins that penetrate skin to stimulate cell turnover and diminish signs of aging. Retinoids accelerate epidermal growth, strengthen skin protection mechanisms and decrease transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Retinoids may also help increase production of collagen, fade age spots and soften rough patches on your skin – however it may take up to six months of regular usage before the effects on fine lines and wrinkles become visible.
Mary Kay’s Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains 3.5% concentration of retinol, designed to address four key signs of aging: pores, uneven skin tone, wrinkles and texture. Incorporating skin strengthening ingredients like squalene and beta-glucan as balancers for its effects; since high concentration retinol products may cause temporary dryness or irritation, starting out slowly nightly before gradually adding more until your skin adapts to this ingredient. Furthermore, physical exfoliation or acne products as these could aggravate skin before becoming accustomed to retinol’s effects; similarly physical exfoliation as these may further irritate your skin during its adjustment process.
Fractional laser resurfacing
Fractional laser resurfacing employs multiple beams of light to treat wrinkles, scars, skin blemishes and uneven skin tone. While results may last a long time with repeated treatments needed for desired effects.
Traditional non-fractional laser resurfacing can help combat photoaging, but is often painful and exposes more areas to UV radiation damage. Furthermore, non-fractional treatments require one full week for recovery time while fractional laser treatments require much less downtime.
Researchers are creating microablative fractional devices to address fine lines, wrinkles and discolorations without subjecting all surfaces to laser light. Lapidoth et al29 used an Erbium:YAG FT device which creates 81 small dots within the skin for deeper penetration levels.
Your dermatologist will apply a topical numbing agent prior to beginning any procedure to make it more comfortable and safe, and afterwards apply broad-spectrum sunscreen (that protects both UVB and UVA) over the treated area for daily protection.
Nonablative laser resurfacing
Nonablative lasers offer moderate skin rejuvenation without harming the surface of the skin. By heating skin beneath its surface with energy to promote cellular renewal and collagen production, nonablative lasers help minimize fine lines, mild wrinkles and discoloration by using energy to heat it below its surface layer. Your care team selects an appropriate laser according to your individual needs and desired outcomes.
Before beginning treatment, your care team numbs the area with medication to ensure maximum comfort during sessions. More than one may be necessary in order to achieve desired results.
Before your treatment, it’s best to avoid sun exposure and follow any recommendations made by your care team regarding how best to prepare. Arranging for transportation home after the session may also help, since you may become sedated during it; additionally, any medication prescribed as preventative measure should be taken as directed.
Collagen injections
Hyaluronic acid fillers may not last forever and need touch-up treatments at least every year, while collagen injections offer long-term solutions. Made of bovine (cow) collagen, collagen injections may help to reduce fine lines, add volume under eyes or lips or repair scars; their results are considered permanent; however, this solution might not last as long as a full face lift or similar procedures.
Collagen injections may also help reduce stretch marks. Stretch marks develop when skin stretches too rapidly during pregnancy, growth spurts or rapid weight loss; injections promote natural healing processes to result in smoother skin appearance while stimulating body’s own production of collagen, prolonging its effects even after injection has subsided. Consulting a professional will help determine whether this treatment aligns with your aesthetic goals; non-invasive injections offer fast procedure without downtime following recovery time.
