Are lip lines making you conscious about your appearance? Here are my top tips and tricks to smooth out those pesky wrinkles.
The natural loss of collagen and moisture that comes with ageing often leads to the development of fine lines and wrinkles. While we give a lot of attention to the wrinkles on our forehead and around our eyes, there is one area that is often overlooked–the mouth. Due to repeated muscle movement, UV exposure, and ageing, this area is highly susceptible to the formation of lip lines. While these lines are completely natural and an inevitable part of the ageing process, they can add years to your face and bring down your confidence. Luckily, there are numerous ways to minimise the appearance of lip lines and restore the youthful look to your face.
Try lip fillers
If you are dealing with pesky lip lines, lip fillers are a quick and effective solution you can try. During the procedure, a filler that typically uses a hyaluronic acid-based solution is injected into the lips. Hyaluronic acid lip injection adds volume to your lips, thus minimising the appearance of lip lines and giving you a smooth pout. It is also preferred since it produces more natural results and dissolves over time.
Exfoliate regularly
Did you know that regular exfoliation can help you get rid of lip lines? Since exfoliation removes the outer layer of dry, dead skin and boosts cell turnover, it can instantly make your lips look smoother and plumper. To get rid of flakes and promote circulation, buff your lips with a damp washcloth or a gentle lip scrub. However, don’t go overboard with it asexcessive exfoliation might dry out your lips and irritate your skin. Exfoliating once a week is enough for your lips to look soft and line-free.
Use a lip-specific retinol
If you want to banish lip lines and achieve plump lips, add a retinol-based lip product to your lip care regimen. Retinol boosts collagen synthesis in the area, thus giving you smoother, wrinkle-free lips. However, keep in mind that the skin of your lips is very delicate. Hence it is not advisable to use your prescription retinol around the mouth. Therefore, in order to avoid irritation, I recommend reaching out for a formula designed specifically for lips. Lip retinoids not only diminish the appearance of lip wrinkles but also make your lips soft and plump. They also work wonders for people struggling with lip pigmentation.
Try microneedling
If you don’t want lip lines to be a permanent feature on your face, you can seek professional assistance and try lip-rejuvenating treatments like microneedling. It works by boosting collagen and elastin production in your lips, thus banishing lip lines. You will have several tiny needles rolled or passed over the treatment region during your microneedling procedure. Your body produces collagen and elastin as a healing reaction to the micro-injuries caused by the needles. As a result, your lips appear smooth and plump after the procedure.
Shield your lips from UV damage
UV damage is one of the leading causes of lip lines as it degrades the collagen in your lips. Therefore, if you want to keep lip lines at bay, you need to keep your lips protected from excessive UV exposure. While we are well aware of the importance of applying sunscreen to our faces before going outside, we often tend to overlook our lips. Therefore, I recommend applying a lip balm with SPF daily to shield your lips from UV damage.
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