How to Treat and Prevent Wrinkles

While wrinkles are part of the natural aging process, that certainly doesn’t mean that there’s nothing that can be done to slow down their appearance. Far from it, in fact…

Many at-home and professional cosmetic treatments can successfully help premature wrinkles from appearing and reduce the look of any that have already sneaked up on you.

Read on to discover the latest cutting-edge wrinkle treatment that really can roll back the years.

The Ultimate Guide to Wrinkle Treatment

• Wrinkle treatment begins with prevention…
• …and continues with targeted intervention

Wrinkle treatment begins with prevention…

Preventative measures to help reduce the formation of fine lines and wrinkles begin at home. Getting into a good skincare routine at an early age is key—although it’s never too late to begin if you’ve been a bit lax up until now.

Prevention includes:

• Drink plenty of water: Every cell of the body requires water to function. Drinking at least 8 glasses a day will ensure you remain hydrated and that the skin has enough water to rejuvenate as it should.
• Use good quality products: Cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and other topical skin products should be chosen with care. High quality doesn’t have to be expensive. Speak with your dermatologist or skin care clinician to see what they recommend.
• Use sun protection: Without fail, every day and whenever you’re in the sun.
• Don’t smoke (or give up if you do): Tobacco use is one of the biggest culprits for premature wrinkles and skin aging—not to mention all the other detrimental effects on your health.
• Limit alcohol intake: Excessive drinking is also a significant skin aging factor.
• Eat healthily: Plenty of fruit, veg, fiber, protein, and healthy fats are essential for good skin cell production. 

…and continues with targeted intervention

There are many types of advanced wrinkle prevention and reduction techniques available from a good dermatologist. These usually involve delivering collagen and elastin-enhancing products deep into the dermis and/or some kind of upper skin resurfacing.

Such treatments include:

• Skin peels
• Microdermabrasion
• Laser skin treatments
• Photo and light treatments

Another great way to reduce the appearance of wrinkles is the use of fillers and injectables. The former works by plumping out the skin so it appears fuller and more youthful. This is often combined with injectables, such as Botox or Dysport. These work by paralyzing the muscle below the wrinkle, so allowing the skin above to relax and the wrinkle to diminish.

Such treatments are highly effective and can last for many weeks or even months. Because the skin naturally loses volume as we age, careful use of such products can have pretty dramatic effects. Wrinkles and fine lines are reduced straight after treatment and the effects continue to improve for the next few days and weeks. 

Depending on the product used, results can last for up to 6 months (or even more, in some cases). They can then be redone to restore your looks as required.

Want the Ultimate Wrinkle Treatment? Contact Bayou City Dermatology Today

The sooner you start active wrinkle treatment the better. Using the right moisturizers, cleansers, and toners as soon as you hit adulthood is ideal—but it’s never too late to up your game.

Whatever your age, the expert skin clinicians at Bayou City will help you discover the best regime for your skin type. We can also advise on the right advanced treatments to reduce the signs of fine lines and wrinkles to ensure you get to enjoy your best skin possible—no matter what your age.

Discover more at https://www.bayoucitydermatology.com/services and call our friendly team to book an appointment.