Wrinkles are an inevitable part of aging. Although it can be difficult or impossible to eliminate wrinkles without surgery, there are several ways you can achieve smoother skin and make wrinkles less noticeable.
Invest In Skin Care
Your skin care regimen is important for delaying wrinkles and improving the appearance of wrinkles you currently have. Hydration is critical for improving your skin from the inside-out. Not only do you need to drink plenty of water, but you should also minimize salt and caffeine, which can contribute to dehydration. Regular use of sun screen and products containing antioxidants will help protect your skin and repair some of the damage that has already occurred. Products containing retinol and hydroxy acids are also good for increasing cell turnover and achieving smoother, more radiant skin. You may want to speak with a dermatologist to find the products with the most potent ingredients. The products you typically find at retail stores may contain little active ingredients, making it harder to determine if they are effective.
Consider Botox
Botox has been a popular way of reducing wrinkles, especially since the results happen quickly. You can have in-office injections that only require topical analgesic to make the injections more comfortable. Botox causes a controlled paralysis of the facial muscles, which temporarily stops wrinkles associated with expressions, such as forehead lines or crows feet. The results of Botox require maintenance, and you will need treatment at regular intervals as the prior treatment wears off. Botox injections are ideal when you just want slight improvements or you are contemplating more invasive procedures, but are not ready for the commitment.
Try Laser Treatments
Laser treatments are a way to achieve long-term reductions in wrinkles, especially if they are not deep lines. There are different types of laser treatments available. Some lasers help remove the outer layer of skin, which encourages the deeper layers of skin to reach the surface. The newer skin is typically smoother and has not be subjected to damage from the sun or environmental elements. Other lasers used to improve wrinkles also have the benefit of encouraging collagen production. Collagen is the component in skin that helps with elasticity and smoothness. When you have treatments that also stimulate collagen production, not only are you reducing wrinkles, but your skin may appear less saggy.
Turning back the clock can be difficult without investing in invasive cosmetic procedures. Fortunately, changes to your skin care and minimally-invasive procedures can help you achieve smoother skin with fewer obvious wrinkles.
Share23 November 2018
All of my life, I was picked on for having a larger nose that most other people. I had dealt with picking and torment throughout high school and college, but once I graduated from college, I decided to make a few changes to the way that I look. Some people are not so open to cosmetic procedures and gave me a hard time about my choice, but after the procedure was complete and my nose was healed, they could see why I did what I did. You can follow my story on my website. Here, you will learn what I went through before, during and after my procedure.