WRINKLES

Wrinkles

Wrinkles are part of the natural ageing process. The appearance of the face and neck changes with age. When we are young, the fat in our face is evenly distributed, but as we age, this fat loses volume and the skin, which was once smooth and taut, becomes looser and loses its elasticity.

Over the years, skin also becomes drier and loses its once plump, smooth surface. To a certain extent, this is how wrinkles start to form. The causes of wrinkles vary widely, including sun exposure, which causes collagen and elastin to break down, leading to the appearance of wrinkles.

The appearance of wrinkles can be improved with various treatments such as skin rejuvenation techniques, injections of fillers and skin biorevitalizers.

What causes wrinkles?

Wrinkles are caused by several different factors

Age: As we age, skin naturally becomes less elastic and drier, with less fat and firmness.
This process leads to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles and causes loose, sagging skin.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation: UV radiation from the sun and other sources accelerates the skin ageing process.
UV radiation breaks down elastin and collagen fibres in the skin.
Without these supportive connective tissues, the skin loses strength and elasticity.

Smoking and pollution: smoking and air polluted with harmful substances accelerate the skin ageing process, as free radicals cause the breakdown of collagen and elastin, and such skin has less oxygen and thus a weaker metabolism.

Facial expressions: repetitive facial movements and expressions lead to fine lines and wrinkles.
For example, every time you squint, smile or wrinkle your forehead, fine lines form under the surface of the skin.
As the skin loses elasticity with age, these lines become deeper and deeper.
These lines become facial features.

Genetics: the genes you inherit play an important role in the appearance and texture of your skin.