We all judge our skin in different ways when we look in the mirror. Whether it’s the fine lines around your eyes that are bothering you, dark spots on your cheeks or a neck that gravity seems to be dragging down. Whatever your skin complaint, there’s a host of ways to tackle it, from at-home skincare to treatments at a clinic. But with so many options, which path should you take? That’s where we come in. The w&h beauty team has spoken to lots of experts, and tried many treatments and products to find the best ways to deal with your beauty gripe. Read on to find a solution for yours.
1 LINES AND WRINKLES
One of the first changes we notice in our skin as we age is the appearance of lines and wrinkles. ‘The main culprit is exposure to the sun, which causes a process called oxidative stress in the skin,’ explains Dr Mieran Sethi, consultant dermatologist for Dermatica. ‘Wrinkles can also form naturally as we age, due to a loss of collagen and elasticity.’ The more you move your face, through smiling or frowning, the more those expression lines deepen, due to the repetitive nature of the muscles contracting. While there’s nothing wrong with wrinkles and getting older is a privilege, if you do want to soften them, there are various ways to do it.
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