Wrinkles
on upper lips often termed as Lipstick lines, smokers' lines, vertical lines
and lip lines are another
aging sign you would have to deal with. These lines
are often formed as a result of natural aging process, but sun damage and
cigarette smoke contributes more to its appearance. It is often believed that
these lines are common among people who smoke. You purse your lips when you
smoke and such repeated actions, while you smoke has a long-term effect.
To
deal with these lip lines, anti-aging measures such as wearing sunscreen and
using a good moisturizer can help. Various cosmetic surgeries like fillers,
lasers and cosmetics that to fill the wrinkles are also some of the ways to
treat lip lines. But, if you're looking for something more than a great lip
balm or nutrition advice to get rid of upper lip lines, you will be surprised
to know that there are several effective options out there:
How
to get rid of upper lip lines
For
instant results, if you can't wait to fill your upper lip wrinkles, you must
consult your dermatologist and go for the following cosmetic treatments:
Fillers
for Lip Lines
One
way in which lip lines can be reduced or eliminated is to fill some of the
volume that has been lost from lips over time. Skin fillers are injected into
the lips to make them look fuller. The filler used to inject in the lips is
collagen. This collagen can be taken from your own skin or from a donor. It fills
in the lines and makes them smoothen. It is better if you get injected with
your own body's collagen, it is better, as there is a low risk of allergy. But,
collagen injections has one drawback, the effect lasts for only 3 months.
Laser
Treatments for Lip Lines
Laser
resurface and smooth out vertical lip lines. Laser treatments include beams of
high energy to tighten and repair the skin. Among several types of laser
treatments, fractional laser are one of the most popular, gentle and effective.
Fractional laser replace old wrinkled skin with new skin, while encouraging
body to produce more collagen. You require three to five sittings for several
months to obtain the desired results that could last longer. Sometimes, laser
treatments are done along with injectable fillers for instant results, as laser
takes longer to show results.
Other
factors that can help you to get rid of upper lip lines:
Quit
Smoking
It's
high time, you stop smoking and say goodbye to all your highly labeled
cigarette packets. If you have had a laser treatment or have got injections,
smoking can cause severe harm to your skin. Also, try not to drink beverages
using a straw. Any kind of pursing motion with the lips and mouth increases the
lines above the lips.
Apply
Sunscreen
Any
further damage to your upper lips can be prevented by applying sunscreen with
an SPF of 30 or more to your entire face, whenever you step out of the house.
Your skin shows up the signs of sun damage with deep wrinkles and discoloration
around the mouth, the eyes and any other area of face that has a thin texture.
Use
anti-Wrinkle Cream
When
your upper lip lines start becoming quite visible, you must know, it's time for
you to buy a good anti-wrinkle cream. Today, anti-wrinkle creams come with
highly advanced formula that treats deep wrinkles. Choose among the best
anti-wrinkle cream to help nourish your skin and get rid of deep wrinkles on
upper lips. Anti-wrinkle creams containing hydroxyl acids are considered best
for wrinkles. It slough away the dead skin and help reveal younger looking skin
around the mouth.
Exfoliate
and Moisturise
Exfoliate
your face regularly with alpha hydroxyl acids focusing on lip region
particularly. Sensitive skin must be exfoliated once a week. Exfoliate while
using soft, circular motion around the lips. It helps remove dead skin and
stimulate circulation to aid in rejuvenation and radiance.
Another
major treatment for upper lip lines includes proper hydration of your skin.
Keep your lips and upper lips moisturized properly to keep your skin smooth ans
healthy. Always massage a moisturizer in upward circular motions, paying
special attention to the area above the lip.
Eat
Healthy
Supplement
your diet with healthy fats rich in vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids such as
fish, olive oil, flaxseed oil, fish oil and olive oil. These oils have
essential fatty acids with many benefits to overall health, and support skin
hydration.
Area
above the lips is sensitive and thin, therefore any activity which makes you
purse your lips results in wrinkles eventually. So, avoid pursing your lips
more, keep your expressions in control, unwanted expressions, pursing, smoking
leads to upper lip wrinkles. Make sure, you incorporate all the aforementioned
tips in your daily regime to get wrinkle free upper lips.
