Wrinkle reduction is a popular aesthetic treatment and part of overall skin rejuvenation. Wrinkled reduction can be achieve from a number of technologies including cutting edge lasers.
A wrinkle is an imperfection of an otherwise smooth surface. This can be in the form of a
When we consider the human body, a wrinkle is generally referred to as a line or crease formed mainly on the face as a result of numerous factors which include
Ageing - As we age our skin becomes thinner and drier with less elastic properties. It is this loss of elasticity that can lead to wrinkles
Sun exposure - UV rays damage collagen and elastic within the skin. These are the proteins that give our skin its structure and elasticity so there depletion over time can lead to wrinkles
Smoking - This accelerates the ageing process by reducing the amount of blood flowing to the skin and damaging the collagen and elastin
Genetics - Some people are more genetically prone to developing wrinkles
Environmental factors – this is where external factors can affect our skin such as:
Wrinkles can be apparent in all age groups, men and women as well as all skin types. That said women are more susceptible to wrinkles then men for a number of reasons
Men can also develop wrinkles, especially if they have a family history of premature ageing or engage in unhealthy lifestyle habits. The treatment is becoming increasingly popular for men as it is for women to maintain a youthful appearance. The treatment for men and women is exactly the same. The most popular age group for wrinkles treatment is women over 50.
Wrinkles can be prevented to an extent and there are numerous treatment options in order to prevent wrinkles or to delay the appearance of them.
It is basically a common-sense approach that is needed for natural wrinkle protection and this can be the form of Dietary Adjustments. Some foods are antioxidant rich which can help with your wrinkle’s prevention strategy such as:
Some foods are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids which can help with your wrinkle’s strategy such as:
Hydration: Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated.
Some are naturally occurring solutions that can be used on the skin such as:
These are things that can be altered immediately to help prevent and delay wrinkles such as:
These are things that can be done at home such as:
Facial steaming- by steaming the face it opens up pores to help remove impurities in the skin that can help cause wrinkles
Facial mask – A homemade combination of ingredients with antioxidant properties and moisturising properties
These are products that can be bought and used as a daily skin care routine to help prevent and delay wrinkles.
The best wrinkle cream is often personal preference but several ingredients are commonly found in the most effective wrinkles creams such as:
These treatments are done in a clinic to help prevent and control wrinkles and can consist of things such as
Examples of Botox for wrinkle protection would be:
Dysport: This is similar to Botox and uses botulinum toxin type A to relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles.
Xeomin: Botulinum toxin type A for treating frown lines and wrinkles
Jeuveau: A newer Botulinum toxin type A specifically designed to deal with dynamic wrinkles.
Examples of Fillers for wrinkles protection would be:
Hyaluronic acid fillers - These fillers add volume to the skin, helping to fill in wrinkles and lines such as:
Each of these have specific properties for the treatment of wrinkles
Calcium hydroxyapatite Fillers - This filler is used to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture such as:
Each of these have specific properties for the treatment of wrinkles.
Alternative treatments to botox for the reduction in appearance of wrinkles are as follows:
Chemical peels - Medium and strong peels can be sued to exfoliate the skin to improve the appearance of the skin and help the appearance of wrinkles
LED treatments – This is a non-invasive method if using different wavelengths of light to have a specific effect on the skin
IPL – IPL or intense pulsed light can help with the appearance of wrinkles and promote skin rejuvenation. It works by emitting a broad-spectrum of light. The pigments of the skin absorb the light energy and this heats stimulates collagen production which helps skin elasticity and reduce wrinkle appearance.
Microneedling – This is minimally invasive involving puncturing the skin with tiny needles which create microscopic injuries to the skin. This process stimulates collagen and elastic production in response to these injuries. This in turn improves skin texture and reduces wrinkles appearance
This has become a very common procedure to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and in turn promote skin rejuvenation.
There are different types of lasers that can be used for wrinkle treatment such as
Nd:YAG (Neodymium-YAG) 1064nm laser is a type of laser commonly used for skin rejuvenation and wrinkle reduction. It emits a wavelength of light 1064nm that can penetrate deeper into the skin and heats the collagen fibres in the dermis. This heating causes the collagen fibres to contract and tighten. The damage caused by the laser also stimulates the body to product new collagen which improves the skin texture and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.
Benefits of Nd:YAG laser are:
Negative factors to consider:
Erbium YAG 2940nm is effective for wrinkle treatments and is known for its precision.
The laser removes the outer layer of the skin, this in turn stimulates collagen production and elastic production which can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles
Benefits of Erbium YAG:
Negative factors to consider:
CO2 is the most powerful type of laser for resurfacing and the most aggressive. IT can be used for all types of wrinkles including deep seated wrinkles. The laser removes the outer layers of the skin creating a controlled injury. The depth of this can be controlled by the laser. In response to the injury Collagen and elastin are produced which in turn helps deal with the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin texture and health.
Benefits of CO2 laser:
Negative factors to consider:
Fractional laser is a generic term and can be either CO2 or Erbium but both work in the same way. The fractional laser delivers controlled microbeams (Rather than one beam) of energy directly to the skin. This creates microscopic columns of treated tissue surrounded by unaffected skin. This in turn stimulates a healing response which consists of production of new collagen and elastin which helps reduce the signs of wrinkles.
Benefits of Fractional laser:
Negative factors to consider:
Q switch lasers are not normally used specificity for the treatment of wrinkles but often used for the treatment of pigmentation and other skin conditions.
Q switch works by delivering high-intensity pulses of energy to the target tissue. The pigment is damaged and reduced as well as a stimulation of collagen production and elastin to improve wrinkles. Q switch lasers are known for improving skin tone and giving a more youthful appearance.
Again, a pulsed dye laser is not normally specifically used for treating wrinkles and is used for treating vascular conditions such as rosacea. The treatment of this leads to a more youthful appearance of the skin and reduced appearance of wrinkles.
A pulsed dye laser targets blood vessels and causes them to shrink. This leads to the vessels becoming less visible and laser energy can increase collagen and elastin production.
Surgery can offer more dramatic long term results but have greater risk and greater downtime.
The most common surgical options for wrinkles are:
Facelift – A procedure that lifts a and tightens the skin on the face
Brow lift – A surgical procedure to raise eyebrows and treat forehead wrinkles
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery) - To address sagging of the eyelids, bags and crow’s feet
Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) - To reshape the nose and improve wrinkles between the nose and upper lip
Neck lift – To tighten skin and muscles in the neck area to reduce the appearance of wrinkles
It is worth noting wrinkle treatment can be done on ages, gender and skin types. The one thing to be considerate over is that laser treatments and chemical peels can sometimes lead to hypopigmentation in darker skin types. It is important to have a consultation with a fully qualified professional before any treatment is performed.
Wrinkle treatment is a safe treatment and can be given in most circumstance including pregnancy with the cost wrinkle treatment varying on the type of treatment from cost affordable wrinkles treatments to very expensive wrinkle treatments such as
