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Appearance Medicine

Lines & wrinkles

Deep lines and wrinkles, are caused by repeated facial expressions. They are commonly found on the forehead, between the eyebrows, or as ‘crows feet’ around the eyes. When the muscles underneath the skin are activated in a facial expression, the skin above ‘bunches up’. Over time, this constant creasing of the skin’s support layers (the dermis) results in permanent wrinkles.
Deep lines and wrinkles, are caused by repeated facial expressions. They are commonly found on the forehead, between the eyebrows, or as ‘crows feet’ around the eyes. When the muscles underneath the skin are activated in a facial expression, the skin above ‘bunches up’. Over time, this constant creasing of the skin’s support layers (the dermis) results in permanent wrinkles.

Ways we can help

Despite the claims of many companies, topical products cannot erase deep lines. The most effective treatment is Botulinum Toxin, which can temporarily deactivate the muscles responsible for causing the wrinkles, creating a more relaxed appearance.

Dermal fillers can also help with softening deeper lines on the face and neck by adding subtle volume to the area.  Profhilo is a great choice to improve the finer lines and crepey skin over the face and neck.

The right treatment for you will depend on the location and severity of your lines and wrinkles (e.g. how deep they are). Our experienced team of Appearance Medicine Nurses offer a 45-minute cosmetic consultation where they can provide recommendations specific to you and a tailored treatment plan.

In terms of ongoing maintenance of smooth skin: sunscreen and collagen-boosting vitamins, such as Vitamin A (retinaldehyde) and Vitamin C can minimise the severity of wrinkles by helping to ensure that the dermal structure remains intact. But don’t be fooled by moisturiser. It’s a commonly held belief that moisturisers assist with deep lines. While a moisturiser may slightly plump the skin around a wrinkle, it cannot erase or prevent these lines for two reasons:

  • It cannot penetrate to the dermis layer where the wrinkles form.
  • The problem is not caused by dryness. The dermis, where wrinkles form, is always moist.

Your best next step is to book a cosmetic consultation with one of our Appearance Medicine Nurses to discuss the best treatment for you.

Next steps for booking a treatment…

  • Book online or call 0800 754 637

    The team will be able to assist you with a booking at your nearest Skin Institute clinic offering treatments to effectively reduce fine lines & wrinkles.

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