A QUICK GUIDE to signs of ageing and wrinkle-relaxing treatment for the upper face
Ageing involves all layers of the face, from the skin and muscles right down to the bone.
Changes in these tissues over time, alongside repeated muscle contraction (when smiling and frowning, for example), impact the tone and texture of skin, leaving signs of ageing such as wrinkles.
In the upper face, the main signs of ageing appear in the form of wrinkles in 3 areas:
- Across the forehead
- Frown lines between the eyes
- Crow’s feet
For wrinkles of the upper face, the most common treatments are called ‘wrinkle-relaxers’.
How do wrinkle-relaxers work?
There are a number of wrinkle-relaxer products available, and they all help to smooth
wrinkles by temporarily preventing contraction of the muscle into which they are injected.
In this way, they reduce movement of the facial muscles that cause facial wrinkles.
BEFORE
Before wrinkle-relaxer treatment, nerves contract the muscles in the
face, creating lines and wrinkles on the skin surface.
AFTER
Wrinkle-relaxers temporarily stop these muscles contracting, to smooth
out the lines and wrinkles.
Getting the most from your consultation
When discussing your aesthetic treatment goals with your practitioner, it’s important to be well prepared.
Below are some common questions that you can ask during your consultation to get the information you need before making a decision.
- Which areas of my upper face would you recommend I have treated – and why?
- Will my face still look natural after wrinkle-relaxer treatment?
- How soon will I notice the results?
- How long will my results last?
- Are there side effects?
- Do you have any before and after photos of other patients who have had wrinkle-relaxer treatment?
- Is there anything I should or shouldn’t do on the day of treatment?
- Is there anything I should avoid doing after treatment? For how long?
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