Deep smile lines are often a natural sign of the skin aging process. The deep smile lines, or called nasolabial folds, are commonly caused by:
Due to aging or genetics: Many people are born with deep smile lines or experience rapid aging after childbirth.
Lack of collagen: After the age of 25, the amount of collagen in the body gradually decreases, and at this time, the cells lacking collagen to maintain will become dry and wrinkles can start to appear.
Repeated facial expressions: The condition of deep smile lines is also partly due to our daily expressions such as crying, laughing, etc.
Aside from natural causes, smile line wrinkles also form due to external reasons such as:
Not using sunscreen
Dehydration, causing the skin cells to dry out and wrinkles to form
Unhealthy lifestyle such as eating spicy, oily foods, using stimulants, smoking, alcohol, or staying up late
How do I get rid of deep smile lines?
Using thread-lifting technology
Thread lifting is a method that uses biocompatible collagen threads implanted in the subdermal layer of the skin, in which the doctor can fill in the smile lines and rejuvenate the face.
One advantage of this method is it provides results that last over 5 years and is extremely gentle on the body.
HA injections or fillers
Another method that brings significant changes for those with deep smile lines is the injection of fillers and HA, which plumps up the skin by enhancing collagen production and drawing water into the wrinkled areas.
In addition to reducing the depth of folds, the overall texture and quality of the skin in the treated area can be improved, helping the patient to stay youthful longer. By injecting HA fillers into strategic areas around the nasolabial folds, a skilled practitioner can create a subtle lifting effect, further reducing the prominence of the folds.
Topical treatments
Some serums and creams containing ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid or glycolic acid can help brighten and minimise wrinkling surfaces. It is important to note that you should always wear sunscreen actively after applying these active ingredients as you would be more likely to become hyperpigmented as your skin is turning over.