Wrinkle Treatments and Procedures

All About Wrinkles and How To Help Prevent Them

Wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process. They occur most frequently in areas exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck, back of the hands, and forearms. Over time, skin gets thinner, drier, and less elastic. Ultimately, this causes wrinkles - either fine lines or deep furrows. In addition to sun exposure, premature skin aging is associated with smoking, heredity, and skin type (higher incidence among people with fair hair, blue eyes, and light skin).

Treating wrinkles runs the gamut from topical creams and moisturizers to cosmetic procedures. The most common medical treatments are:

Alpha-hydroxy acids:

A solution made from "fruit acids" which produces subtle improvements in the appearance of wrinkles.

Antioxidants:

Creams consisting of Vitamins A, C, and E and beta-carotene which improve the appearance of wrinkles and provide some additional sun protection.

Moisturizers:

Temporarily reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Vitamin A Acid:

Helps alleviate some signs of aging, including mottled pigmentation (e.g., liver spots), roughness, and wrinkling.

Cosmetic procedures include:

• Chemical peels
• Dermabrasion

The best prevention for wrinkles is to keep the skin moisturized and use sunscreen and sunblock to prevent additional damage from the sun. For more information about skin protection and wrinkles, contact Fairlawn Dermatology today!