What are wrinkles?
Fine lines and wrinkles are natural signs of aging that occur when the skin's collagen and elastin fibers aren’t what they used to be. Fine lines typically appear first as subtle, shallow creases, but over time, they can deepen into more pronounced wrinkles. These changes are the result of a few factors, including age, UV exposure, lifestyle choices, and genetic make-up.
Your skin becomes thinner, drier, and less resilient as it ages, which makes it increasingly prone to creasing. Sun exposure accelerates this process by damaging the skin’s structural proteins, while lifestyle habits like smoking or poor hydration can further compromise the youthful bounce your skin once had.
But the good news? With advanced dermatological treatments and a proper skincare regimen, you can significantly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Know Your Lines & Wrinkles
Not all wrinkles are created equal — and not all of them are telling the same story.
Here’s a breakdown of the most common types, what causes them, how we treat them, and the myths that often confuse the hell out of patients before they land in our chair.
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Know Your Fine Lines
Not all wrinkles are created equal — and not all of them are telling the same story.
Here’s a breakdown of the most common types, what causes them, how we treat them, and the myths that often confuse many patients before they land in our chair.
"Neck creams can eliminate platysmal bands."
Topical treatments may improve skin health and texture, but aren't effective at stopping platysmal bands, since deeper muscular structures are at play.
"Can't I just use neck exercises to eliminate platysmal bands?"
There's limited evidence supporting the effectiveness of only using neck exercises to reduce platysmal bands. An expert skin consultation will help you uncover the underlying cause for a straighforward treatment plan.
"Neck lines are normal and don't really affect appearance."
Why would you stop caring about skin health outside of the face? Neck lines impact perceived age and throw off your facial harmony. For many seeking a youthful appearance, these are low-hanging fruits with a large impact.
“Genetics are the main cause of frown lines.”
Partially. While genetics play a role, factors like sun exposure, stress, and lifestyle choices significantly influence their development.
“I'll just limit facial expressions to prevent frown lines.”
Unrealistic. Some people will even wake up with them! Most facial expressions will often happen involuntarily. Instead, some preventative treatments are specially formulated to not freeze, but soften these lines for a natural look.
“Frown lines only show up when you're angry.”
That’s just the obvious one, they show up a lot throughout the day; thinking, stressing, focusing, concerned. Most of it is unconscious movement.
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Neck Lines & Platysmal Bands
The horizontal lines across the neck, and vertical bands.
Cause: General neck movement coupled with thinning skin, sun damage, and gravity. Or an overactive platysma muscle.
Chin Crease
Horizontal line or curve under the bottom lip, above the chin.
Cause: Over-contraction of the muscles of the chin coupled with skin thinning with age.
Marionette Lines
Lines from corners of the mouth downward.
Cause: Aging, fat loss, gravity, bone changes, facial structure. Particularly strong in certain ethnic facial anatomies.
Nasolabial Folds
Lines from the nostrils to the corners of the mouth.
Cause: Can be from volume loss in the cheeks, skin sagging, or repeated pull from facial muscles.
Bunny Lines
Around the bridge and top sides of the nose.
Cause: Contracting or 'scrunching' the nose when laughing or squinting.
Crows Feet
Sometimes called your laugh lines, near the outer corners of the eyes.
Cause: Repetitive movement from smiling, squinting, and laughing. The muscles contract over and over gradually etching lines in.
"Chin creases can't be completely prevented."
Even though genetics and natural aging make it challenging to prevent chin creases entirely, certain daily routine skin health practices and target treatments can reverse their appearance for a natural look.
"Chin creases are just a cosmetic problem."
Beyond aesthetics, chin creases can impact facial harmony and might be reflecting underlying muscle tension, overactivity or emotional stress. Book a consult and we can provide the right treatment for your situation.
"Non-invasive chin crease treatments aren't effective."
Chin creases don't require surgery, but dedicated care with professional guidance will very easily reverse their appearance, once the root underlying cause is known. Both laser and cosmetic aesthetic treatments offer effective solutions.
"If I just don't smile as wide, I won't get marionette lines."
That will just annoy and potentially disappoint you. Marionette lines are a combination of volume loss, collagen and elasticity loss. All of which, are very easily treated.
“My expensive face creams will prevent marionette lines.”
Unlikely. While certain creams can improve skin texture and hydration, they wont fully eliminate deep marionette lines forming. Deepeer lines need targeted laser or cosmetic treatments to be effective.
“Marionette lines are only for old people.”
Not necessarily. Though marionette lines are definitely more common with age, they can develop in younger individuals due to genetics, excess sun exposure, smoking, and repetitive facial expressions.
“Aesthetic treatments always result in an unnatural appearance.”
Not necessarily; When the real underlying cause is identified, and the correct treament option is administered by experts, the subtly prominent effects are very natural.
“Nasolabial folds are just signs of aging.”
Not entirely; While effects of aging contributes to the exaggeration of nasolabial folds, other things like genetics, sun exposure, smoking, and repetitive facial expressions also cause them.
“Nasolabial folds can be completely prevented.”
Unlikely. While certain choices can delay their development, nasolabial folds are a natural part of facial anatomy and aging. We aim to help you soften their appearance with a holistic approach.
“Bunny lines cannot be treated without surgery.”
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“Bunny lines are irreversible.”
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“Only people who scrunch their nose get bunny lines.”
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"Aesthetic treatments will make me look like I have no expression."
When consulted with a trained expert, tailored cosmetic treatments will naturally soften their appearance without looking frozen.
“Eye creams fix crow’s feet.”
They help the skin, but can’t touch the muscle cause.
“Smiling causes wrinkles, so can’t I just half-smile?”
No… We definitely still want you to smile - just treat the aftermath.
Glabellar Lines
Also known as Frown Lines or 11's, between your eyebrows.
Cause: Frowning, squinting, or concerned. Muscles between your brows tighten repeatedly until lines form.
“Forehead lines just mean I’m expressive.”
True, but they’re also preventable and very manageable with simple treatments.
“If I treat my forehead lines, I’ll look frozen.”
Not when you start with a consultation, use a preventative dosing strategy, and finish with a consistent home skin routine.
“Isn’t it just older people that get forehead lines?.”
Not necessarily, we generally see them start from mid-20s and up.
Forehead Lines
The horizontal lines across the forehead.
Cause: Lifting your brows - usually in surprise, or even during makeup.
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4. What causes fine lines and wrinkles?
Results vary by treatment. Cosmetic aesthetic treatments provide immediate results, while laser treatments and microneedling improve skin texture gradually over several weeks, for longer lasting results.
3. Are anti-wrinkle creams effective?
Medical-grade creams with proven ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid can help reduce fine lines. However, for deeper wrinkles, professional treatments are more effective.
2. Can I prevent wrinkles completely?
While you can’t entirely prevent wrinkles, a consistent skincare routine and sun protection can significantly delay their onset.
1. What causes fine lines and wrinkles?
Fine lines and wrinkles are caused by a combination of aging, UV exposure, repeated facial expressions, and lifestyle factors like smoking and dehydration.
Still Have Questions?
Sunscreen
Use a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ daily to prevent UV damage.
Hydration
Drink plenty of water and use a hydrating moisturizer to maintain skin plumpness.
Antioxidants
Apply serums with Vitamin C and E to protect against free radical damage.
Retinoids
Use prescription-strength retinoids or retinol to stimulate collagen production.
Exfoliate
Use gentle exfoliants to keep skin smooth and radiant.
SKINCARE
Routine Advice
Sunscreen
Use a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ daily to prevent UV damage.
Hydration
Drink plenty of water and use a hydrating moisturizer to maintain skin plumpness.
Antioxidants
Apply serums with Vitamin C and E to protect against free radical damage.
Retinoids
Use prescription-strength retinoids or retinol to stimulate collagen production.
Exfoliate
Use gentle exfoliants to keep skin smooth and radiant.