Reduce forehead wrinkles

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Forehead wrinkles are horizontal lines on the forehead that appear when you raise your eyebrows. They have the role of expressing human emotions and feelings such as fear, surprise and happiness. Wrinkles on the forehead make the face unsightly and cause a decrease in self-confidence in some people.

1. Why do forehead wrinkles appear?

Forehead wrinkles are caused by the activity of the muscles on the forehead. This muscle contracts when we raise our eyebrows. The contraction of the frontal muscles pulls the forehead skin up and causes horizontal lines on our forehead.
Some people are naturally inclined to be more expressive and grimace several times a day, when young our skin bounces back when we stop raising our eyebrows, however as we age, the skin has tend to form a more permanent wrinkle line.

2. How to prevent forehead wrinkles?

Aging is a natural process, however, there are lifestyle habits that can affect the early appearance of wrinkles. By being aware of these factors and making specific lifestyle changes, you can reduce the likelihood and severity of these wrinkles.
Limit raised eyebrows and grimace
Human expressions are learned from family, friends and people we meet in life, we can raise eyebrows to show interest in something or when we are surprised. Facial expressions are an important part of communication, however people who tend to be very expressive may find that lines tend to appear earlier than others.
In our early 30s we can notice lines and wrinkles appearing on our forehead, even when we are not expressive or raise our eyebrows, this is because, skin is like any other material, over time , if it is folded in one direction, over and over it will leave a permanent mark. Wrinkles of the skin tend to gradually form a deeper groove. By reducing forehead movement, we can help prevent premature formation of forehead wrinkles. Try to be aware of times when you might raise an eyebrow. If you find yourself naturally expressive and tend to raise your eyebrows frequently during a conversation, try to be consciously aware of how long you're doing this and try to break the habit.
Have a diet rich in antioxidants
Antioxidants are found in fruits and vegetables and vitamins like vitamins A , C and E. Antioxidants can help improve skin health by by removing compounds in the skin that are derived from free radicals that can adversely affect the way the skin repairs itself. If the skin doesn't effectively repair itself and generate new skin cells, it can lose essential proteins like collagen and elastin that give our skin its youthful, revitalized and youthful feel. smooth.

Drink enough water to improve skin health
Staying hydrated is important in maintaining healthy and vibrant skin. Water is essential for the function of our organs and since the skin is our body's largest organ, it is extremely important to keep the upper layers of skin hydrated and maintain youthful skin.
Dehydration causes the skin to dry out, increasing the likelihood of wrinkles and other imperfections. To maintain skin health, it is important to drink plenty of water and keep your body hydrated. Caffeinated beverages like coffee and popular energy drinks are potent diuretics that can make you dehydrated. If you drink a lot of coffee, make sure you rehydrate by drinking enough water and using a good moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.
Excessive sun exposure damages the skin and causes premature skin aging
Direct sun exposure should be avoided to slow down the rate of wrinkle formation and also prevent other skin conditions such as pigment patches excess, and reduce the risk of developing skin cancer. Exposure to the sun's UVA and UVB ultraviolet radiation can lead to a yellow-brown tan, but it can also lead to serious damage to your skin, leading to facial wrinkles. face earlier.
One of the best ways to reduce the harmful aging effects of the sun is to avoid long-term exposure to it, as well as using topical UV protection products like sunscreen. UV radiation can penetrate clouds and therefore, you should wear sunscreen daily, especially if you tend to tan easily and have fair skin that lacks melanin, the skin's natural protective pigment. nature of the skin.
Alcohol dries out the skin
Regularly drinking large amounts of alcohol more than recommended can be bad for your skin because alcohol is an extremely powerful diuretic that makes you feel tired and dehydrated, causing dry skin and overall health may be affected.

Drinking alcohol increases the body's levels of cortisol, a hormone produced in response to stress. High cortisol levels and dehydration can affect the skin's ability to regenerate and repair itself, reducing levels of collagen in the skin, one of the most important proteins for skin health. Drinking alcohol in limited amounts as recommended can help improve skin health and prevent premature wrinkles including forehead wrinkles.
Smoking destroys collagen and irritates the skin
Smoking has many harmful effects on general health including the skin. Nicotine constricts blood vessels and thus reduces the blood supply to the skin. A reduced blood supply means the skin is under stress and more harmful free radicals are produced which can alter the skin's DNA and slow collagen and elastin replenishment. Smokers tend to age faster than non-smokers, and their skin can dry out, losing its natural firmness.

3. How to reduce forehead wrinkles

The combination of cosmetic products and skin treatments can improve the appearance and texture of the skin, help delay the decline in skin health, and over time may help reduce the appearance of blemishes. forehead wrinkles.

Antioxidant lotion
In addition to eating beneficial antioxidant rich foods like fresh fruits and vegetables, we can also provide antioxidants to the skin by applying it directly to the skin. , this can help give our skin the protection it needs topically, directly. Topical anitoxides like vitamins C and E are available over-the-counter and they can be absorbed directly into the skin, which have been shown to benefit skin health.

Exfoliating treatment
Skin is constantly being regenerated, new skin cells are produced in the lower layer and older skin cells are present in the top layer. These old skin cells can sometimes form unevenly. Under certain conditions, especially those with dry skin, dead cells can become more abundant causing the skin to become rough, dry, and dull. Creamy scrubs and granular scrubs can remove the top layer of skin, revealing new skin cells underneath, leaving skin smoother, fresher, and younger-looking. Dermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that uses a machine head to automatically remove dead skin cells and uses the principle of exfoliation to improve the texture of the skin.
Leverage skin's self-healing mechanism to improve skin
Chemical peels and laser treatments can help improve skin quality by promoting shedding of layers of skin cells dead on top and by harnessing the skin's natural healing mechanism. Chemical peels and laser treatments can cause minor damage to the top layer of skin, which signals a series of healing processes and over time the skin produces new, brighter skin cells. , better hydrated, smoother and younger looking.
Treatment of forehead wrinkles with Botox injections
Beauty products and a healthy diet can be just as effective as improving skin health and the appearance and texture of the skin, however some Once wrinkles have appeared, they may no longer be effective. A popular treatment that can reduce forehead wrinkles is botox injections. After consulting a doctor, botox may be suggested as an option to control forehead wrinkles. Botox can be considered after lifestyle factors that promote skin aging have been addressed and after following a good skin care and beauty regimen to protect and nourish the skin.
Botox is a muscle relaxant that is injected into the muscles of the forehead. This causes the muscles to relax over a three-month period, thus preventing the skin from wrinkling. Botox can also help break the habit of over-expression on the face, can correct uneven brows, and can also prevent wrinkles from developing deeper. Forehead botox treatment is often performed in conjunction with brow botox treatment as this tends to provide more uniform results with the entire forehead (lower and upper) being successfully treated.

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