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Wrinkles are a common cosmetic concern associated with age. While you can’t avoid them entirely, understanding their causes can help prevent the development of future fine lines and deep creases. Also, there are many skin care solutions available to minimize the appearance of existing wrinkles. The below guide provides more details about why they form and how you can address them.

How Do Wrinkles Form?

Several mechanisms affect the formation of wrinkles. At the most basic level, aging is to blame. Cellular division doesn’t occur as quickly as we age, and the dermis loses elasticity and shape over time. When this tissue weakens, grooves form on the skin. Skin also becomes drier with age, and ample moisture is essential to supporting healthy skin.

In addition to aging, there are a few factors that can accelerate wrinkle formation. Certain facial expressions, smoking, and long-term exposure to the sun can also contribute to wrinkled skin. Quitting or avoiding smoking and choosing skin care products with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher can help minimize the formation of future wrinkles.

What Are Treatment Options?

skin careBeyond preventing future wrinkles, there are also solutions available to address those which have already formed. Some, such as skin care products, facials, and microdermabrasion, are minimally or noninvasive. These methods use special techniques, active ingredients, or a combination of both to rejuvenate the skin and improve tone and elasticity. Another popular option is Botox®, an in-office injection treatment that temporarily paralyzes the muscles that contribute to wrinkles. A final minimally-invasive solution is microneedling, which gently penetrates the skin’s surface to spur collagen production, leading to a more youthful appearance.

 

If you’re considering skin care solutions to help control wrinkles, turn to Valley Skin & Medspa. Serving the Apple Valley, MN, community, this full-service medical spa was developed by a board-certified nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Their office provides a broad range of treatments, including Botox, microneedling, and laser hair removal, among others. Browse through their services online, or call (612) 419-8338 to schedule an appointment.

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