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Wrinkles: understanding the concern and care options
Wrinkles are lines or folds that develop as skin changes with age, sun exposure and repeated facial movement. Some appear mainly with expression, while others remain when the face is at rest.
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Understanding the concern
- Crows feet: these are the lines that appear at the edge of the eyes.
- Frown lines: These are lines that appear due to repeated expression
- Forehead lines: Again arising due to repeated frowning etc. and become prominent with age
- Hands: The treatment for wrinkles are also used on the hands by some practitioners.
Wrinkles are lines or folds that develop as skin changes with age, sun exposure and repeated facial movement. Some appear mainly with expression, while others remain when the face is at rest.
Causes and contributing factors
Collagen changes, ultraviolet exposure, smoking, facial movement and loss of volume can contribute. These factors do not affect every face in the same way.
How it is assessed
An assessment looks at the location and depth of lines, skin quality, facial movement and volume. Photographs can help distinguish genuine change from lighting or expression.
When to seek medical advice
Seek advice when a change is sudden or accompanied by a new lesion, persistent redness or another symptom. Cosmetic treatment is a choice, not a requirement of ageing.
Treatment and management options
Sun protection and suitable skincare form a foundation. Depending on the pattern, options may include topical treatment, botulinum toxin, fillers, peels or resurfacing.
Botox ↗
What an injection of the molecule does is that it blocks the transmission of signals from the nerve ends to the underlying muscle. This makes the muscles relax and therefore the overlying wrinkles reduce in appearance. It works remarkably well even on moderate to severe wrinkles. You can see some images of before and after results in the relevant section of this page. It is also used across age groups and your gender or skin tone are not relevant to the effectiveness of this treatment. A very thin gauge needle is used for the procedure. The product is diluted in the required proportion and injected into the target areas. The injection step hardly takes 15-20 minutes.
Chemical Peeling ↗
Skin peeling chemical agents can be categorized based upon the depth at which they act. They can be superficial peels, acting on the outermost layer of the skin, medium depth peels or deep peels acting up to the middle layers of the skin. A general thumb rule could be that peels that act deeper have stronger action for the indications they are used for. However, this may not always be the case. This process helps in the elimination of fine lines on the skin.
Dermal Filler ↗
A dermal filler is a gel-like substance that is available in an injectable format in a pre-formed and packed syringe. Each dermal filler syringe is of 1ml. Only Hyaluronic acid fillers are approved in India, which is why these are the ones we will discuss in further detail. These dermal fillers are injected under the skin to help you gain volume, thereby reversing the signs of aging caused by the loss of connective tissue. The areas under the skin where a dermal filler is injected include: Into the dermis (which is a layer of the skin) Subcutaneously (under the skin) Into the supra periosteal region (just above the bone) Once injected, the inert filler stays in the region till it is metabolized by the body (6-18 months, depending on the individual as well as kind of product injected). They pull the connective tissue structures at desired angles and add volume. Since the change they bring needs to be precise, it is very important for your specialist to understand the dermal planes and predict properly how the fillers will affect your appearance. We assure you that the dermatologists at SkinGenious are highly trained at injecting and are specifically selected based on these abilities.
Fractional Co2 Laser Resurfacing ↗
With the advent of the fractional Co2 laser, things have changed for the better. It works on both the epidermis and dermis. It removes the superficial layers of skin, taking along with it the damaged tissue. It also acts on the deeper layers of the dermis, where through heat and energy it stimulates the body to make new collagen. The principle on which it works is to deliver a laser beam that is divided into thousands of deep but tiny columns known as micro treatment zones. the micro action of expelling damaged and pigmented epidermal cells as well as collagen remodeling in deeper dermal tissue happens in each of these zones. What results, is your skin being ‘resurfaced’ with a fresh and new appearance. It doesn’t just help with scars, but also works on removing pigmentation and helps against superficial wrinkles etc.
Photofacial ↗
This dermafacial focuses on improvement of sun-spots, age-spots among other concerns.
PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) ↗
Platelet rich plasma therapy involves the use of platelets and growth factors from your own blood. Your blood is drawn in a syringe and then centrifuged. This process helps extract plasma that is rich in platelets and growth factors. The plasma is then loaded in a syringe and injected into target areas of the face. It thus helps in generation of connective tissue and capillaries that resurface the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
RF Microneedling (MNRF) ↗
The treatment involves the use of very small (thin) needles along with Radiofrequency waves. This helps stimulate new connective tissue growth. The probe head used in the MNRF treatment has multiple small needles along with the ability to release radiofrequency waves. The idea of combining these two to help the body by first breaking down the ill-formed connective tissue (scar) and then stimulating new connective tissue (collagen and elastin) in its' place. The new skin that is formed is firmer, thicker and smoother, thus reducing the appearance of superficial wrinkles.
What improvement can look like
Treatment may soften selected lines, but movement and ageing continue. Deep folds and loose skin often need a different plan from fine expression lines.
Botox for Wrinkles
If our skin specialist went ahead for the treatment, it does mean that you were an ideal candidate and they had noticed dynamic wrinkles where they knew they could deliver significant results. After the treatment you can expect to start seeing a significant reduction in wrinkles starting 48 hours post procedure. Further improvement is expected over the next 14 days. The delivered change will last for 4-6 months. You can choose to repeat it or not. Most of clients do repeat considering the results are so stark.
Dermal Filler for Wrinkles
Dermal fillers are highly effective against wrinkles and provide additional volume, with the ability to take years away from your face.
Fractional Co2 Laser Resurfacing for Wrinkles
Fractional Co2 laser resurfacing is effective for superficial wrinkles and fine lines. It is therefore beneficial for early signs of aging.
RF Microneedling (MNRF) for Wrinkles
MNRF is effective for superficial wrinkles and fine lines. It is therefore beneficial for early signs of aging.
PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) for Wrinkles
PRP treatment of the face is effective for fine lines. It is therefore beneficial for early signs of aging.
Chemical Peeling for Wrinkles
Chemical peels (even deep acting ones) will only help with limited improvement in fine lines and superficial wrinkles.
Before and after results
These photographs come from the existing treatment and concern records. They illustrate individual outcomes. Your starting point, treatment plan and healing response affect your own result.






Understanding your treatment choices
The most useful starting point is to notice when a line appears. A line seen mainly when you smile or frown is closely related to movement. A crease visible when your face is relaxed may also involve changes in skin texture, collagen or facial volume. Several factors can be present together.
This explains why different treatments appear in a wrinkle plan. Muscle-relaxing injections target selected movements, fillers can support selected areas of volume loss, and resurfacing can improve the skin surface. A tightening procedure addresses another part of the picture. These options should be linked to the finding in your face rather than treated as interchangeable ways to remove every line.
Tell your dermatologist whether you want a softer expression, smoother texture or a broader change in contour. A subtle result may be preferable to correcting each crease separately. Previous injections, skin treatments and the way your face moves all help guide that conversation.
Use photographs taken at rest and with the same expression when reviewing progress. Sun protection and a consistent routine support longer-term skin quality, while procedures can address selected changes. Maintenance is a choice based on the result you value, the treatment used and how your face changes over time.
Everyday care and prevention
Use a consistent sunscreen and a gentle routine. Introduce active ingredients with guidance if your skin is sensitive, and avoid using several irritating products at once.
Common questions
Can wrinkles be reversed at a skin clinic?
Yes, we have different kinds of treatments available that can reverse early as well as late signs of aging.
What are the most effective treatments for wrinkles?
There are various lines of treatment that are available. For late signs of aging, botulinum toxin or dermal fillers help. For early signs of aging, certain lasers and chemical peels can be used.
How is the right care plan chosen?
An assessment looks at the location and depth of lines, skin quality, facial movement and volume. Photographs can help distinguish genuine change from lighting or expression.
What can I do as part of everyday care?
Use a consistent sunscreen and a gentle routine. Introduce active ingredients with guidance if your skin is sensitive, and avoid using several irritating products at once.
When should I get advice?
Seek advice when a change is sudden or accompanied by a new lesion, persistent redness or another symptom. Cosmetic treatment is a choice, not a requirement of ageing.
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