Deep Lines / Wrinkles

Deep lines, often called wrinkles, are caused by repeated facial expressions. They are commonly found on the forehead, between the eyebrows, or as “crows feet” around the eyes. When the muscles underneath the skin are activated in a facial expression, the skin above “bunches up”. Over time, this constant creasing of the skin’s support layers (the dermis) results in permanent wrinkles.

Despite the claims of many companies, topical products cannot erase deep lines. The most effective treatment is wrinkle relaxing injections, such as Botox, which can temporarily deactivate the muscles responsible for causing the wrinkles.

Dermal fillers can also help with deep lines in the forehead and around the mouth.

Sunscreen and collagen-boosting vitamins, such as retinaldehyde and vitamin C can minimise the severity of wrinkles by helping to ensure that the dermal structure remains intact.

MYTH BUSTER
It’s a commonly held belief that moisturisers assist with deep lines. While a moisturiser may slightly plump the skin around a wrinkle, it cannot erase or prevent these lines for two reasons: