Wrinkles appear as folds, creases, or ridges in the skin. Although wrinkles tend to first occur due to repeated facial expressions, these creases can further develop due to factors like age, sun damage, and dehydration. 

While most people think that they can’t do anything about their stubborn wrinkles, the truth is that further formation of lines can be avoided and reduced. By understanding what causes wrinkles, you can make necessary changes to your lifestyle to achieve a healthier, smoother complexion.

1. Poor Diet

As the largest organ, your skin requires extra care to keep it looking its best. What you eat plays a vital role in your health and therefore your skin.

Skin performs best on a well-balanced diet high in fruits, veggies, and other whole foods. You also want to be aware of nutrient deficiencies which can contribute to a breakdown of skin.

2. Improper Makeup Removal

It happens all the time. You’re too tired after a long day to take off your makeup. You go to bed and wake up with dull skin and possibly a breakout. 

When you fail to cleanse your face at the end of the day, all of the dirt, grime, and pollutants mix with the makeup on your face and clog your pores. Over time, this practice accelerates aging and can lead to fine lines and wrinkles, as well as an overall breakdown in collagen and elastin. 

To avoid this, make sure not to lie down on your bed without cleansing your face first. Do a quick face wash using gentle yet effective cleansers or get a good facial wipe to remove any makeup. 

3. Picking at Pimples

While everyone has the occasional pimple, you don’t want to touch them unnecessarily. Popping your zits can result in the spread of bacteria, irritation, and the creation of scars. 

When you pull and pick at your skin, you also pose the risk of wrinkle formation. If you have acne, add a proven acne facial cleanser to your skin care regimen instead of picking your skin. Consider using Deep Cleanser with AHA which works well for oily and acne prone skin. 

4. Smoking

While you are probably already aware of the many reasons smoking is bad for your health, you may not realize that this bad habit can cause wrinkles. 

Smoking has been found to cause premature aging and can actually restrict blood flow to the skin. When skin is not able to obtain enough oxygen and nutrients, it’s not able to regenerate. 

The actual smoke created by smoking also contains harsh chemicals that cause elastin and collagen to break down faster.

5. Failing to Apply Sunscreen

Sunscreen doesn’t just prevent painful burns. It also protects the skin from signs of aging, such as wrinkles. Exposure to dangerous ultraviolet rays can cause the skin to lose its strength and elasticity. 

Ideally, you want to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects skin against both UVA and UVB rays. Apply sunscreen every time you go outside, even when it’s not sunny.

How to Avoid and Treat Stubborn Wrinkles

Getting rid of wrinkles is not always easy. However, the right skin care regimen can help boost your skin’s texture, tone, and overall firmness. Here are a few ways to avoid and treat stubborn wrinkles:

Fibroblast Growth Factor Serum specifically targets eye wrinkles and age-related degradation. It contains ingredients like Gotu Kola, Swiss Apple, and Centella Stem Cells which have been found more effective than vitamin C in clinical studies. 

Vitamin C 20% with Ferulic Acid is another great anti-aging serum that can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles. This comprehensive serum works to combat oxidative stress and provides skin lightening and skin hydrating benefits. 

Consider Aesthetic Procedures

In combination with the right skin care, you can also consider non-surgical aesthetic procedures such anti-wrinkle injections and fillers to reduce lines and wrinkles effectively. 

Anti-wrinkle injection works by relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles. It works well for frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet or the corners of the eyes. If done correctly and with right doses, an anti-wrinkle treatment looks natural giving you a well-rested appearance.

Fillers on the other hand, are injectable gels that works to “fill” in lost volume in the face to reduce wrinkles and folds as well as to remove dark eye circles. It also contours the face by filling in sunken cheeks, increase nose bridge and improving volume of thinning lips.

Maintain healthy habits and give your skin the TLC it needs to avoid or delay wrinkle formation. But if you want to find out more on how to safely and effectively reduce wrinkles, contact Cutis Laser Clinics and schedule a consultation with our Harvard-trained Medical Director, Dr. Sylvia Ramirez.

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