A natural part of the aging process is the sagging, wrinkling, and spotting of our skin, but for some people, the effects can be more severe. This is particularly true for people who have damaged their skin through sun exposure, i.e., photoaging. This leads to deeper wrinkles, coarse, leathery, or dry skin, discoloration, and freckling or sunspots. While a regular skin routine and healthy lifestyle are key when trying to keep your skin looking its best, in some cases, more drastic action could be necessary. If your skin is showing significant signs of aging or damage and you would like to turn back the clock, here are five of the most effective treatments to consider.
- Botox injections
One of the most well-known treatments for aged or damaged skin is Botulinum toxin type A. By injecting this substance into your facial muscles, signals between the muscles and nerves are blocked, preventing them from contracting. This means wrinkles cannot form, and existing wrinkles appear less defined. Take a look at the pros and cons of Botox injections in this article.
- Chemical peels
During a chemical peel, a chemical irritant is applied that triggers inflammation. This removes the outer layers that have been damaged to expose new and smooth skin beneath. Chemical peels can be effective treatments for wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, sagging skin, and cellulite. Head over to lieselholler.com for more information on chemical peels.
- Dermal filler injections
When the skin loses collagen, it loses its plumpness which can lead to sagging and wrinkles. By replacing the lost collagen by injecting soft-tissue fillers, the skin regains volume and enhances contours. There are lots of types of dermal filler treatments, so it is important to seek professional advice before choosing the best treatment for your skin.Â
- Dermabrasion
If your skin has minor irregularities or scars such as those left by acne or surgery, dermabrasion could be an effective option. An electrical or manual machine literally abrades the top layers of skin. The skin heals from the abrasion, creating new cells in the process, resulting in new and smooth skin. In some cases, dermabrasion can be effective when treating aged skin, but there are usually other, more effective options to choose from. Microdermabrasion (which passes small particles through a vacuum tube to abrade aging skin) is an option for people with less severe skin damage, but it can take several treatments.
- Laser skin resurfacing
Damaged skin can also be burnt off to expose the healthier skin beneath through laser skin resurfacing. This treatment involves high-energy light beams and can reduce enlarged oil glands, remove growths, reduce the appearance of fine lines, scars, and wrinkles, and lighten sunspots. There is also a new treatment known as non-ablative resurfacing or intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy. While laser therapy uses one wavelength of light to treat the skin, IPL delivers lots of wavelengths of light in pulses without damaging the outer layers of skin.
After your cosmetic treatment, it is important to prevent further premature damage to your skin with a regular skincare routine and healthy lifestyle.
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The most important step is to use sunblock.
Yes!! I slather my face and body with sunblock every morning before heading out for my jog and errands.