Wrinkles and loss of firmness
Wrinkles and loss of firmness are a natural part of ageing, but you do not have to wait until they start to bother you. The sooner you take care of your skin, the easier it is to keep a natural, rested look.
What it is
Wrinkles are divided into expression lines, which are caused by muscle movement (forehead, around the eyes, lines between the brows), and static lines, which are visible at rest too. On top of this comes loss of firmness: the skin becomes thinner and less elastic, and the facial oval loses definition.
Collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid are responsible for the skin's elasticity. With age the body produces less and less of them, and what is already there breaks down faster. That is why a cream alone is often not enough, and treatments that work deeper are needed.
Where it comes from
- Natural ageing. After the age of 25 collagen production gradually falls, and after the menopause the changes speed up.
- Facial expression. Repeated muscle movements eventually leave permanent lines in the skin.
- UV radiation. The sun damages collagen fibres, which is why SPF is so important.
- Lifestyle. Smoking, stress, lack of sleep and a poor diet worsen the condition of the skin.
- Weight and hormonal changes. Rapid weight loss, pregnancy and hormonal changes weaken skin tension.
How to recognise it
- Lines on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes
- Nasolabial folds and downturned corners of the mouth
- Dull, thin and less elastic skin
- A less defined facial oval and neck
How we solve it
We choose the plan individually, because expression lines are approached differently from volume loss. Botulinum toxin relaxes the muscles responsible for facial expression, and hyaluronic acid fills in hollows and smooths deep lines.
If the main problem is skin quality, treatments that stimulate the skin to rebuild itself help: tissue stimulators, biorevitalisation, Morpheus8 and Venus Freeze. We often combine several methods in a set order so that the effect is natural and lasting.
Treatments that help
What you can do every day
- Use sun protection
- Use cosmetics with active ingredients (e.g. retinol, acids)
- Keep the skin well hydrated
When to book a consultation
Book a consultation if wrinkles are starting to bother you or you want to prevent them. During the visit we will assess your skin, discuss your expectations and propose a plan of treatments and their order.
Frequently asked questions
There is no single age limit. Prevention (SPF, hydration, gentle treatments) can be started after the age of 25, and we choose aesthetic medicine treatments according to the condition of the skin, not the age on your ID.
Our aim is a rested, natural look. We choose the amount of product and the technique so that facial expression is preserved.
It depends on the type of wrinkle. Toxin works on expression lines, and filler on deep lines and volume loss. They are often used together, as decided by the doctor after a consultation.
The information is general and does not replace a consultation with a doctor.