Treatment for skin aging
Ageing skin – is it inevitable, or can you take steps to manage it? In this article, we explore different approaches that may help reduce the visible signs of skin ageing. Young skin is typically smooth, firm and elastic. From your early twenties onwards, however, skin quality gradually changes. Elasticity reduces as elastin fibres break down, collagen levels decline, and the skin may begin to feel drier. As the skin contains a high percentage of water, maintaining hydration is important. Hyaluronic acid is widely used in aesthetic treatments due to its ability to retain moisture, which may help the skin appear smoother and more refreshed. Read on to learn more about approaches that may help reduce the appearance of fine lines and support overall skin quality.
Wrinkles caused by skin ageing
Wrinkles develop as the skin becomes thinner, less elastic and drier. While hydrating creams can help maintain the skin’s surface, addressing the visible signs of ageing often requires strengthening the skin from within. This can be achieved with injectables such as botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, Profhilo and skin boosters. Each treatment works differently, but all are delivered through cosmetic injections by qualified, registered practitioners.
Fillers and skin ageing
Hyaluronic acid fillers are the most commonly used type of dermal filler, with a variety of brands available. Each is formulated for a specific purpose – some are suited for reducing under-eye hollows, others for enhancing the lips or restoring volume in the cheeks. Here you can find an overview of leading hyaluronic acid filler brands.
Hyaluronic acid binds water, so when a filler is placed beneath a wrinkle, it draws in moisture and plumps the skin from within, softening lines. Depending on the brand and treatment area, results usually last between six and eighteen months. Read more about dermal filler treatments here.
Botox for skin ageing
Botox is one of the most recognised treatments for wrinkles . It is a brand of botulinum toxin, with other well-known brands including Azzalure (Dysport) and Bocouture. Botulinum toxin is most commonly used to smooth frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet. Results typically last 12–16 weeks, during which time the muscles that cause wrinkles are temporarily relaxed, helping prevent lines from deepening and slowing visible signs of ageing.
The treatment works by blocking the signal that tells the muscle to contract. This signal is transmitted via a protein known as a SNARE. After 12–16 weeks, the body naturally produces new SNARE proteins, allowing normal muscle function to resume. Until then, the forehead remains relaxed, reducing the appearance of frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead wrinkles.
Botulinum toxin is one of the most widely used and researched medicines worldwide. Beyond aesthetic treatments, it is also used in various medical fields, including dermatology, urology and neurology.
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Profhilo for skin ageing
Profhilo has become a popular trend in recent years. Developed by a Swiss pharmaceutical company, it is composed of ultra-pure hyaluronic acid, which is injected at specific points in the skin. Unlike dermal fillers, Profhilo does not add volume or “fill” wrinkles. Instead, it aims to improve overall skin quality by stimulating the natural production of collagen and elastin, helping the skin become firmer, smoother and more resilient. Profhilo can rejuvenate the skin and support the prevention of further signs of ageing.
Do skin boosters help with skin ageing?
Skin boosters are designed to hydrate and nourish the skin from within. They provide deep hydration and may be used both as a preventative and maintenance treatment. While they do not remove wrinkles (apart from perhaps the very finest lines), they play an important role in maintaining healthy skin and delaying the formation of wrinkles.
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Choosing a clinic for skin ageing treatments
Across the UK, there are many clinics offering skin rejuvenation and injectable treatments, so there is likely to be one near you. When choosing a clinic, consider the brand of injectable used, the practitioner’s qualifications and experience, the clinic’s reputation, and the treatment cost. Search, compare and book a no-obligation consultation on Injectablesbooking.co.uk.
