Correction of facial wrinkles: don’t be afraid to smile

From this material you will learn:

Causes of expression wrinkles
Types of facial wrinkles
Cosmetic procedures for the correction of facial wrinkles and facial rejuvenation
Correction of facial wrinkles with botulinum toxin
Prevention of expression wrinkles

Correction of facial wrinkles is usually needed after 30 years of age. At this age, the results of active facial expressions become noticeable. Thanks to the contraction of subcutaneous muscles, we communicate and express our emotions. At a young age, elastic skin quickly recovers during the rest period, so expression lines are not visible.

But over time, the level of collagen drops, elasticity decreases, as a result of which these “rays” become more expressive. And if at first you can call on cosmetic serums, creams and masks to help, then expression lines begin to win. In this case, “heavy artillery” is needed in the form of cosmetic correction.

Causes of expression wrinkles

All our feelings and emotions are primarily reflected on the face. It seems to project an internal state. It is simple to explain this from a scientific point of view: the facial muscles are in close contact with the fibers of the skin, so they tend to react to any emotions. Throughout the day, various events happen to us, both positive and negative.

And the face reacts to all this: the muscles contract, and due to this, they are overstrained. The result of this tension is wrinkles.

But this is only a small part of the reasons that lead to wrinkles. There are others:

Poor care and use of low-quality cosmetics. For example, our skin definitely needs hydration. If she doesn't receive it, then wrinkles form.
Heredity. The type of skin and its tendency to develop all kinds of imperfections (including wrinkles) are transmitted to us at the genetic level.
Stress. When we experience some negative emotions, we, as a rule, involuntarily tense and wrinkle our forehead and nose, lower the corners of our mouth, and move our eyebrows. The skin has the ability to remember facial expressions. During stressful situations, the level of adrenaline and the stress hormone (cortisol) increases in the body. Together they cause the skin to age faster.
Lack of sleep. The skin simply does not have time to recover. If you constantly sleep poorly or do not get enough sleep, then it ceases to be elastic and ages.
Use of harmful substances. The most common are, of course, alcoholic drinks and cigarettes. They dry out the skin and prevent nutrients and vitamins from being absorbed properly.
Frequent exposure to direct sunlight. Ultraviolet light accelerates the aging process of the skin, making it dry and inelastic.
Age-related changes. They start at age 25. Little by little, the skin loses elasticity, moisture and is much less resistant to external influences.

Possible complications

Botulinum toxin therapy procedures practically do not cause unwanted complications if performed in a reputable clinic by a qualified cosmetologist. When performing injections at home or in other makeshift conditions, as well as in violation of the technique of administering drugs, the following complications may develop:

Facial asymmetry;
Ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid);
“Face-mask” effect.

Also, complications of botulinum therapy can be expressed in allergic reactions, nausea, skin paresthesia, dyspepsia, respiratory failure (if the permissible dosage is significantly exceeded).

Types of facial wrinkles

There are several main types of facial wrinkles. They are located on different areas of the facial skin:

Around eyes. This is where the thinnest and most sensitive skin is, where wrinkles form first. It quickly loses moisture and ceases to be elastic. Due to this, the first wrinkles appear on it, which are popularly called “crow’s feet.”
On the forehead. Wrinkles appear parallel to the hairline. They arise due to the fact that the forehead is actively involved in the process of expressing emotions (for example, the eyebrows move if you frown, or rise up in surprise).
Between the eyebrows. When we are angry or thinking about something, it is in these places that folds form.
Around the mouth. The skin gradually begins to age from about 25 years of age. In common parlance, wrinkles in these places are called “cassette wrinkles.” There are small folds of skin around the lips. Since they have nowhere to receive hydration and nutrition, over time a lack of moisture develops and the skin loses its elasticity. She is so overloaded with facial expressions that she simply cannot cope.
Nasolabial area. Wrinkles are quite noticeable between the corners of the mouth and nose. Every person has these since childhood, they just begin to appear much later. Their occurrence is caused by the fact that the skin on the cheeks becomes less elastic, its lower layer loses its original properties, and the process of its sagging begins.

Correction of nasolabial folds

After 30 years, women begin to think about how to remove nasolabial folds. Treacherous lines from the wings of the nose to the corners of the lips betray age and make the face less attractive. These folds are formed as a result of the descent of the tissues of the middle third into the lower third of the face, so intensive lifting procedures using the ACCENT and Ultraformer devices are relevant in this case. Also, to correct nasolabial wrinkles, contour plastic surgery is used, which is carried out using the “living face” technique, which allows you to fill the missing volume in the tissues and at the same time preserve natural facial features.

Cosmetic procedures for the correction of facial wrinkles and facial rejuvenation

Expression wrinkles inevitably appear in everyone; you can only try to delay this process. This is possible with the help of proper facial care: using various masks, massage, choosing the right cosmetics that help restore the lack of nutrients and fill the resulting voids with them, moisturize and give elasticity. But even doing all this, it is impossible to avoid the moment when you need to take some more drastic measures.

Correction of facial wrinkles is a cosmetological technique for filling folds on the face formed as a result of excessive activity of facial muscles, using various techniques and preparations.

First you need to understand what corrective procedures are available and what is right for you. To do this, we will determine how deep your wrinkles are at the moment (this depends on age and lifestyle), whether they need to be eliminated or just reduced in severity.

There are two types of anti-wrinkle treatments:

the first ones make the wrinkles themselves less noticeable;
the latter help to show less facial expressions so that wrinkles do not form.

As for the second type of procedures, they can be divided into methods using various injections (injection of various drugs under the skin) and without them (application of cosmetics containing substances for skin restoration). There are also hardware methods for combating facial wrinkles, peelings, massages, therapy, which, unfortunately, cannot completely solve the problem. But they can make creases and folds less noticeable.

If you have very visible facial wrinkles, then in any case, you should first do procedures that will help hide them, and only then turn to more drastic methods. If the folds are not particularly noticeable, then you can resort to facial expression correction. But, as a rule, this happens at a young age. Only performing all the procedures together will help achieve the desired result.

How exactly to reduce pronounced wrinkles? This depends on several factors:

location of wrinkles;
their severity and the patient’s age;
the presence of diseases or prohibitions on the use of certain methods.

Expression wrinkles can be corrected on absolutely any area of the face, including around the eyes.

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Let's look at the main types of procedures for correcting facial wrinkles:

Mesotherapy is based on the injection of active substances into the thickness of the epidermis and dermis. Result: the skin receives the necessary nutrition, the lack of moisture, vitamins and nutrients is replenished.
Biorevitalization is a targeted subcutaneous injection of preparations based on hyaluronic acid. Result: fine wrinkles are smoothed out, and the process of deep wrinkles stopping.
Plasmacytotherapy "Endoret" - injections of plasma with activated growth factors are injected under the skin. Result: the skin restores its original properties and becomes younger.
Chemical peeling is the application of acid, enzyme or alkaline compounds to the skin to exfoliate the stratum corneum. Result: wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin takes on a healthy, youthful appearance, and pores become much smaller.
Hardware massage is one of the main healing and rejuvenating procedures. Result: elastic and rejuvenated skin.
RF lifting is an effect on the deep layers of the skin and subcutaneous fat using high-frequency electromagnetic pulses. Result: the skin becomes elastic and firm. There is also micro-needle RF lifting. It has an even greater effect by penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin.
Laser resurfacing is a procedure during which skin tissue evaporates. Result: the skin is tightened, minor damage is eliminated.

Since the choice of procedures is quite large, the price for the correction of facial wrinkles is completely different. Proper care with the help of specialists and devices helps the skin stay young and healthy longer.

Fighting age-related changes at the age of 30-40 years

It is at this time that the foundation is laid for how you will look in the future. And an aesthetically well-groomed appearance is also a lot of work. Mesotherapy of nasolabial folds and biorevitalization for additional hydration can be considered as supporting procedures.

An RF lifting course will help prevent more serious problems, slow down the aging process, and make your complexion look healthy and radiant.

How to overcome creases when you reach 40-50 years old?

At this age, wrinkles worsen and become more noticeable. Also, some patients note problems with the clarity of the oval. To compensate for the loss of the lipid layer and model attractive facial contours, you can use contour plastic surgery. Properly selected fillers will help you achieve beautiful cheekbones, lift your eyebrows, lift the corners of your lips - make your face look young and harmonious.

Another excellent method for correcting wrinkles is 3D mesothreads. This non-surgical tightening method is comparable to the effect of plastic surgery. The implantation of polydioxane threads creates a reinforcing frame that prevents the contours from sagging. Over time, it will fill with natural collagen, making you look attractive.

Youth at the age of 50+ years

You should enjoy your reflection at any time. And it is this period that is a kind of litmus test of what kind of life you led in the past, how you looked after and took care of your appearance. However, even if you are currently unhappy with your face, feel free to go to a medical aesthetic cosmetology center. Specialists with extensive experience will select for you procedures that affect both the quality of your skin and the shape of your face.

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Correction of facial wrinkles with botulinum toxin

In all the variety of cosmetic procedures, Botox injections for the correction of facial wrinkles should be highlighted.

Some medicines, completely unexpectedly for their creator, turned out to be useful in places completely different from those originally intended. “Botox” (the exact name is botulinum toxin A) is just such a drug. Back in 1982, it was conceived as a remedy to help cope with strabismus, and even had already undergone the first clinical trials. It was during the test that it turned out that it helps muscle fibers contract less.

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The result was amazing: the muscles responsible for facial expressions relaxed, and this effect was observed for several months. At the same time, the muscles received a sufficient amount of blood and worked as usual. Experts have concluded that this drug is safe and can be used for cosmetic purposes.

It took another eight years before Botox became popular. It received its widespread use in 1993 after the publication of Professor Blitzer on the use of the drug to eliminate wrinkles in the face and neck. From that moment until, for example, 2002, the demand for Botox increased sixfold. By the way, “Botox” is a special name for botulinum toxin A, invented for sales. After this, the procedure itself received this name.

There is another drug for the correction of facial wrinkles - Dysport. Let's figure out what it is and what it has to do with Botox. Let's start with the fact that if Botox has long taken a leading position in the cosmetology market, then Dysport has just declared itself. In fact, it is absolutely identical to Botox, only produced by a different pharmaceutical company. They have one main component, botulinum toxin type A + hemagglutinin in the required consistency. Their only and main difference is the substances used in the manufacturing process. If Botox has sodium chloride, then Dysport has lactose.

These drugs are also produced using different technologies. But this information is unknown for certain, since both manufacturers hide the manufacturing technology. Another significant difference is the dosage of the active substance per bottle. "Botox" contains a smaller amount (only 100 units), but "Dysport" contains much more (300-500 units).

There is no consensus yet on which drug is the most effective. What exactly to choose for the procedure is up to the client or cosmetologist to decide. In Russia, both Botox and Dysport are permitted and widely used in cosmetic procedures.

With the help of these drugs you can reduce the number of wrinkles. You can smooth out absolutely any, located on different areas of the skin of the face:

on the forehead (horizontal creases);
between the eyebrows (vertical);
on the bridge of the nose (horizontal);
in the corners of the eyes;
above the upper lip;
on the chin.

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With the help of Botox, you can also eliminate blemishes and rejuvenate the skin of the neck and décolleté. You will be able to see the final result 2 weeks after the procedure. But some changes will be noticeable after a few days. To remove the drug from the body, you do not need to take any additional steps; it gradually leaves on its own after about six months or a year. The amount of the drug administered (in units) determines how long the effect will last.

But, as before any serious procedure, proper preparation is needed here. Be sure to read the list of contraindications. It's quite extensive. As a rule, professional cosmetologists will talk with you in advance, examine the condition of your skin, the places where you plan to inject the drug, and discuss all contraindications. Only after this you will receive permission for the procedure.

Prevention of expression wrinkles

To maintain youthful and elastic facial skin, you should pay special attention to special massage and gymnastics. You can make them yourself at home. Thanks to simple manipulations, the muscles relax, the blood begins to actively circulate, and the face takes on a healthy appearance.

Before you begin the massage, you must make sure that the skin is sufficiently moisturized. If you feel that it is dry, then it is better to apply a small amount of cream on it.

Place your palms on your forehead, with your thumbs on your temples. Gently make pressing movements, raise your eyebrows up. You should feel the tension.
Use the tips of your index fingers to touch the corners of your eyes. Try to close your eyes tightly for 5 seconds. Then relax and repeat the exercise.
From bottom to top, press down the crease between your eyebrows.
Hold your mouth wide open for 10 seconds. Relax and repeat.
Pull your lips out like a tube and try to draw a figure eight in the air.

Perform the exercises one at a time, 3-4 times each.

What needs to be done to make facial wrinkles less noticeable? Here are some tips:

ensure yourself a restful sleep of at least 8 hours;
drink enough liquid;
try not to be in direct sunlight, regardless of the time of year;
eat less or completely give up sweets, remember that any sweet product accelerates the aging process of the skin and deprives it of elasticity;
do exercises for your face, it is simple and can be done absolutely anywhere;
eat foods with vitamin C, use cosmetics containing it - ascorbic acid will charge the body with energy and nourish the skin;
Use only good cosmetics with high-quality ingredients.

Smile more often! Don’t be afraid to express your emotions and feelings, and the experts will do the rest for you.

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How is botulinum therapy performed?

Botulinum therapy is the introduction of a series of injections into strictly specified points of the face responsible for the facial activity of a particular area. The procedure is relatively painless, but for patients with a low pain threshold it requires preliminary anesthesia. In this case, a lidocaine-based cream “Emla” is applied, applied to the skin in a thick layer and placed under a film for 20-25 minutes. Botulinum neurotoxin type A preparations are injected into the surface layer of the skin using ultra-thin miniature needles. The bottle with the solution is opened in the presence of the patient. The cosmetologist marks out the treatment areas in advance and injects the drug into the points of maximum innervation of muscle fibers (they do not always coincide with the actual points of wrinkle formation). Next, the cosmetologist performs a gentle manual massage of the skin for optimal distribution of the drug. The patient is asked to grimace (frown, raise his eyebrows, smile broadly) for the next 2-4 hours - this will contribute to a better effect of neurotoxins. To avoid neutralizing the effect, you should avoid drinking alcoholic beverages, staying in a solarium or in the sun, or visiting baths and saunas for the next week.