Anti-wrinkle Strategies

As we approach our forties and beyond, our body’s ability to produce certain chemicals diminishes due to a general slowing of metabolism and cell regeneration. Eyesight, hearing, and even our sense of smell lose the strength they had in our teens, twenties and thirties. However, while these “symptoms” of aging remain largely invisible to everyone, one of the first visible signs of aging appears on the skin, especially the facial skin. Along with a reduction in oil secretion by our skin glands, the content of hyaluronic acid, which is significant in the retention of water and hydration, begins to decrease. Skin becomes noticeably drier, wrinkles and creases appear around the mouth and nose area and that youthful glow your skin once radiated has faded. Fortunately, there are a variety of dermal fillers which can be injected directly into the area most affected by wrinkles.

Initial Consultation

Juvederm is a popular and commonly used dermal filler that has been used by millions of people specifically for the reduction of facial wrinkles. A treatment session of Juvederm Harley Street can be made by scheduling an appointment for an initial consultation with a doctor specializing in cosmetic surgery. You will be asked to provide a complete medical history and discuss any areas which may be of concern with you. If you then decide to continue with a Juvederm treatment, you may chose to have your first treatment that same day. Usually, an injection of Juvederm into your target area will not take more than ten or fifteen minutes. This is considered to be virtually painless, because a very thin, very fine needle is used in order to inject the Juvederm directly into the wrinkle.

Other Ways to Eliminate Wrinkles

While Juvederm treatments are very successful in reducing the appearance of wrinkles, other treatments are available that can smooth out wrinkles and creases. Skin peels can accomplish this by literally “peeling” off the extreme outer layer of the skin. A cosmetic surgeon is able to determine how much skin should be removed in order to eliminate wrinkles, skin damaged by excess sunlight, acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. As a result of a skin peel, the skin’s own healing properties creates a new and fresh layer of skin which is softer, firmer and clearer, in the case of acne sufferers. Skin peel’s also stimulate the production of elastin and collagen which promotes a less aged appearance.

If you don’t like the way you’re skin has aged, do something about it and check into receiving Juvederm injections. It’s easy, fast and can change the way you feel about your appearance in less than a week.