This article was co-authored by Heather Richmond, MD. Dr. Heather Richmond, MD is a board certified Dermatologist at Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center in Houston, Texas. With over nine years of experience, Dr. Richmond specializes in comprehensive dermatology including medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. She graduated cum laude from Yale University with a BA in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She earned her MD from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her Internal Medicine internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and her Dermatology residency at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Richmond is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Texas and Houston Dermatological Societies.
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Fine lines are one of those telltale signs of aging that many women (and men) can live without. Wrinkles are caused by a number of factors, including sun damage, loss of collagen in the skin and reduction in the skin's own elasticity. While no topical solution or cosmetic procedure will eliminate fine lines entirely, many offer significant improvement in the overall appearance of the skin. Whether you select a non-invasive, topical solution or a cosmetic procedure in your doctor's office, you have many options for turning back the clock on your skin.
Steps
Try a Topical Solution
Shop for an anti-wrinkle formula designed for reducing wrinkles and conditioning the skin. There are many good solutions available both over the counter and with a doctor's prescription. Some of the most effective solutions may be as close as your neighborhood pharmacy or grocery store.[1]
Read the label on the product before you make your purchase. Look for ingredients that have been proven effective in reducing wrinkles and fine line. Some of the best ingredient options include retinol, hydroxy acids, copper peptides, kinetin and coenzyme Q10.[2]
Be realistic about the results you expect to receive from your topical solution. Even the best formulas will not get rid of fine lines completely. For a stronger solution and more dramatic results, talk to your doctor about a prescription formula for your skin.Advertisement
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Consider a Cosmetic Procedure
Ask your doctor how to reduce fine lines on the skin with Botox (Botulinum toxin A). This injectable solution relaxes the muscles in the forehead that lead to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.[3] Treatments only take a few minutes to complete and results may last a number of months before the procedure must be repeated.[4]
Research the latest dermal fillers available to see if one of these treatments is the right choice for reducing your wrinkles. Dermal fillers work by injecting a solution directly into the wrinkle that plumps skin from the inside out for a smoother appearance. New dermal filler solutions are coming on the market every day, and some of the most recent formulas are maintaining their positive results for a year or more without the need for touch-ups.[5]
Consider a chemical peel for a full skin rejuvenation and to get rid of fine lines. Chemical peels are performed at a doctor's office or medical spa and come in a variety of depths so you can customize treatment to your specific skin needs. A chemical solution is applied to the skin, which removes the outer layer of skin cells. The result is softer, younger looking skin underneath with visibly fewer fine lines and wrinkles.[6]
Ask your doctor about laser skin resurfacing.[7] Laser treatments are one of the newest trends in cosmetic procedures today. A high intensity laser beam is used to penetrate the surface of the skin and stimulate collagen production for a more youthful appearance. Laser resurfacing treatments are relatively non-invasive and require no downtime afterward.
Think about IPL therapy as a substitute for laser skin rejuvenation. IPL stands for intense pulsed light therapy, and works in a similar fashion to laser treatments by penetrating the surface of the skin to stimulate collagen production below. However, instead of a laser light beam, this procedure uses a different type of light, which can treat a variety of skin imperfections in addition to reducing wrinkles on the skin.[8]Advertisement
Take Preventive Care
Don't sleep on your face. Sleeping on your side or stomach will increase wrinkles when your facial skin gets pushed against the pillow.[9]
Try face tape. There are many brands with different shapes and sizes of anti-wrinkle tape, or anti-wrinkle strips, that can be worn either when you sleep or during the day. Any time that your skin spends in a non-wrinkled state will prevent further lines from developing.Advertisement
Expert Q&A
- QuestionDoes retinol help with fine lines?
Heather Richmond, MDDr. Heather Richmond, MD is a board certified Dermatologist at Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center in Houston, Texas. With over nine years of experience, Dr. Richmond specializes in comprehensive dermatology including medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. She graduated cum laude from Yale University with a BA in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She earned her MD from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her Internal Medicine internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and her Dermatology residency at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Richmond is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Texas and Houston Dermatological Societies.
Board Certified DermatologistYes, I'll have patients use retinol, which is a vitamin A derivative cream, at night. Retinol can help stimulate new collagen and minimize fine lines. - QuestionHow do I choose good anti-aging products?Heather Richmond, MDDr. Heather Richmond, MD is a board certified Dermatologist at Dermatology and Laser Surgery Center in Houston, Texas. With over nine years of experience, Dr. Richmond specializes in comprehensive dermatology including medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. She graduated cum laude from Yale University with a BA in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She earned her MD from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her Internal Medicine internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and her Dermatology residency at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Richmond is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Texas and Houston Dermatological Societies.
Board Certified DermatologistAs far as brands, dermatologists often will use skincare lines that we call cosmeceuticals, or medical-grade cosmetic lines that have done a good amount of research into their individual products and ingredients to show clinical benefit. I recommend skincare products from reputable skincare companies that have a good track record. I also advise not buying skincare products on random websites on the internet since you could end up with fake or bad products. There are so many skincare lines out there that make all kinds of claims that are unfounded.
Tips
Warnings
- Botox is Botulinum toxin A, a bacterium. It freezes the muscle that it is injected into. There are many risks of having botox.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/wrinkles/in-depth/wrinkle-creams/art-20047463
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/wrinkles/in-depth/wrinkle-creams/art-20047463
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 15 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/botox/about/pac-20384658
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/facial-fillers/about/pac-20394072
- ↑ https://www.webmd.com/beauty/ss/slideshow-non-surgical-facial-procedures
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 15 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.webmd.com/beauty/ss/slideshow-non-surgical-facial-procedures
- ↑ https://www.webmd.com/beauty/features/23-ways-to-reduce-wrinkles#2
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 15 September 2020.
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 15 September 2020.
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/wrinkle-creams/SN00010
- http://www.webmd.com/skin-beauty/slideshow-non-surgical-procedures-for-the-face
About this article
To reduce fine lines on your skin, start by looking for an over the counter or prescription topical anti-wrinkle cream. You can purchase them at a pharmacy, grocery store, or online. Make sure that it is right for your skin, follow its directions, and apply it to your face. If you want a cosmetic procedure to fix your fine lines, consider treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, and IPL therapy. Alternatively, if you’re looking to prevent wrinkles, try sleeping on the back of your head and use anti-wrinkle tape. To learn more about preventing wrinkles, like info on chemical peels, keep reading!
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