July 27, 2023
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2 Types of Wrinkles and Tips for Treating Them
Wrinkles are a natural part of aging - one that many would prefer to go without. However, not all wrinkles are the same and neither are their causes and treatment options. This article will explore the two different types of wrinkles that appear on the skin, and some tips for treating them if you choose.
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July 27, 2023
2 Types of Wrinkles and Tips for Treating Them
Wrinkles are a natural part of aging - one that many would prefer to go without. However, not all wrinkles are the same and neither are their causes and treatment options. This article will explore the two different types of wrinkles that appear on the skin, and some tips for treating them if you choose.
What are Face Wrinkles?
Wrinkles are lines and crevices that form in the skin as a result of extrinsic and intrinsic aging. Wrinkles develop and are made worse by a decrease in collagen, elastin, and epidermal thickness that can occur with skin aging. They are often most noticeable in locations such as the neck, eyes, and lips where skin is folded during expressions such as smiling, frowning, and squinting. 1Marionette lines, for example, are creases that form specifically around the mouth area. With age and exposure to extrinsic aging factors, especially UV damage, the skin in these areas becomes thinner and less elastic over time, resulting in visible wrinkles.2But not every wrinkle is the same, and neither are their treatments. Here are the different types of face wrinkles:
What are Face Wrinkles?
Wrinkles are lines and crevices that form in the skin as a result of extrinsic and intrinsic aging. Wrinkles develop and are made worse by a decrease in collagen, elastin, and epidermal thickness that can occur with skin aging. They are often most noticeable in locations such as the neck, eyes, and lips where skin is folded during expressions such as smiling, frowning, and squinting. 1Marionette lines, for example, are creases that form specifically around the mouth area. With age and exposure to extrinsic aging factors, especially UV damage, the skin in these areas becomes thinner and less elastic over time, resulting in visible wrinkles.2But not every wrinkle is the same, and neither are their treatments. Here are the different types of face wrinkles:
Types of Face Wrinkles
Facial wrinkles can be either dynamic or static. Dynamic wrinkles are those that appear as the result of movement or expression. 3Dynamic wrinkles are present at any age, but typically become more pronounced in mid-30’s. Static wrinkles, on the other hand, are wrinkles that are present on the face whether the face is moving or not. Wrinkles that are visible when your face is relaxed are static wrinkles, and usually appear in 40s and 50s. 3Over time, dynamic wrinkles can become static, giving them a lasting appearance on the face.4Examples of dynamic wrinkles turned static include smile/frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines.
Types of Face Wrinkles
Facial wrinkles can be either dynamic or static. Dynamic wrinkles are those that appear as the result of movement or expression. 3Dynamic wrinkles are present at any age, but typically become more pronounced in mid-30’s. Static wrinkles, on the other hand, are wrinkles that are present on the face whether the face is moving or not. Wrinkles that are visible when your face is relaxed are static wrinkles, and usually appear in 40s and 50s. 3Over time, dynamic wrinkles can become static, giving them a lasting appearance on the face.4Examples of dynamic wrinkles turned static include smile/frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines.
What Causes Face Wrinkles
In general, dynamic wrinkles are unavoidable and often embraced as proof of a life well lived. Static wrinkles, on the other hand, are often the result of avoidable factors, such as sun exposure and poor diet.1 Some common causes of each include:
Dynamic
- Dehydration: Skin is more likely to show deeper and more pronounced dynamic wrinkles if it is dry or dehydrated. Drinking alcohol can further exacerbate dehydration, so it is best to minimize alcohol intake for hydrated skin. 2
- Repeated facial expression: Facial movements and expressions like squinting, smiling, and frowning cause different facial muscles to contract, which causes grooves within the skin causing dynamic wrinkles. These grooves eventually remain on the skin as it loses its flexibility from a decrease in elastin over time. 1
Static
- Exposure to UV light:UV light breaks down collagen and elastin fibers in the dermis layer of the skin, leading to static wrinkles. 1
- Smoking and alcohol:Smoking and alcohol can lead to the breakdown of collagen in skin, causing static wrinkles to appear. 1
- Nutrition: Not consuming a balanced diet can lead to an increased risk of static wrinkles on the skin. For effective skin repair, consider incorporating foods for skin repair into your diet.6
What Causes Face Wrinkles
In general, dynamic wrinkles are unavoidable and often embraced as proof of a life well lived. Static wrinkles, on the other hand, are often the result of avoidable factors, such as sun exposure and poor diet.1 Some common causes of each include:
Dynamic
- Dehydration: Skin is more likely to show deeper and more pronounced dynamic wrinkles if it is dry or dehydrated. Drinking alcohol can further exacerbate dehydration, so it is best to minimize alcohol intake for hydrated skin. 2
- Repeated facial expression: Facial movements and expressions like squinting, smiling, and frowning cause different facial muscles to contract, which causes grooves within the skin causing dynamic wrinkles. These grooves eventually remain on the skin as it loses its flexibility from a decrease in elastin over time. 1
Static
- Exposure to UV light:UV light breaks down collagen and elastin fibers in the dermis layer of the skin, leading to static wrinkles. 1
- Smoking and alcohol:Smoking and alcohol can lead to the breakdown of collagen in skin, causing static wrinkles to appear. 1
- Nutrition: Not consuming a balanced diet can lead to an increased risk of static wrinkles on the skin. For effective skin repair, consider incorporating foods for skin repair into your diet.6
Tips for Dealing with Face Wrinkles
Even if wrinkles have become visible on the skin, it is possible to reduce the appearance of both dynamic and static wrinkle types.
Dynamic Wrinkles
- Moisturizing: Skin that is well moisturized is able to retain water more efficiently, minimizing the appearance of small lines and wrinkles. 1Some ingredients that promote moisture in skin include rose, sandalwood, geranium, ylang-ylang, pomegranate, and lavender. 5
- Hydrating:Staying hydrated helps maintain healthy skin that has a plump appearance. 2
- Antioxidants: Ingredients with antioxidant properties can help prevent free radical damage, delaying the appearance of deep wrinkles. Look for products that contain rosemary, lemon, clary sage, Vitamin E, grapeseed oil, or wild carrot essential oils. 5
- Botox:Botox injections work by paral yzing muscles under the skin, which prevents dynamic wrinkles from appearing and from developing into static wrinkles. However, these injections do not improve skin health, and may limit facial expression abilities, which can alter appearance. 3
Static Wrinkles
- Protect your skin from the sun: Prevent your skin from being exposed to the sun when outside, and utilize sunscreen year-round (yes, you need sunscreen during winter) to ensure coverage and prevent collagen depletion. 2
- Fillers: Dermal fillers are an option for reducing static wrinkles, as they work by plumping up areas to give them a fuller appearance. Dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid have been shown to stimulate regrowth of collagen. 3Like botox, dermal fillers do not improve the health of skin and can alter appearance significantly, so they should be used with caution.
- Chemical peel: A chemical peel removes the top layer of skin that has sustained high amounts of damage, and stimulates collagen production. 6
- Restoring collagen: Products that stimulate collagen production are ideal for improving collagen levels within skin. Opt for topical skin care products with ingredients that are scientifically proven to increase collagen production, such as the OS-01 peptide* or retinol. Note, while retinol is effective at increasing collagen levels in skin,there are some retinol dangers, especially for those with sensitive skin. Learn more about retinol and how the OS-01 peptide stacks up here.
- Topical Supplements: Superpowered by the OS-01 peptide, such OneSkin’s OS-01 EYE peptide eye cream, has been shown to increase collagen by up to 2.3x in lab studies on human skin samples. Additionally, OS-01 FACE, a peptide face moisturizer, is clinically validated to reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles in 87% of users.**
Tips for Dealing with Face Wrinkles
Even if wrinkles have become visible on the skin, it is possible to reduce the appearance of both dynamic and static wrinkle types.
Dynamic Wrinkles
- Moisturizing: Skin that is well moisturized is able to retain water more efficiently, minimizing the appearance of small lines and wrinkles. 1Some ingredients that promote moisture in skin include rose, sandalwood, geranium, ylang-ylang, pomegranate, and lavender. 5
- Hydrating:Staying hydrated helps maintain healthy skin that has a plump appearance. 2
- Antioxidants: Ingredients with antioxidant properties can help prevent free radical damage, delaying the appearance of deep wrinkles. Look for products that contain rosemary, lemon, clary sage, Vitamin E, grapeseed oil, or wild carrot essential oils. 5
- Botox:Botox injections work by paral yzing muscles under the skin, which prevents dynamic wrinkles from appearing and from developing into static wrinkles. However, these injections do not improve skin health, and may limit facial expression abilities, which can alter appearance. 3
Static Wrinkles
- Protect your skin from the sun: Prevent your skin from being exposed to the sun when outside, and utilize sunscreen year-round (yes, you need sunscreen during winter) to ensure coverage and prevent collagen depletion. 2
- Fillers: Dermal fillers are an option for reducing static wrinkles, as they work by plumping up areas to give them a fuller appearance. Dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid have been shown to stimulate regrowth of collagen. 3Like botox, dermal fillers do not improve the health of skin and can alter appearance significantly, so they should be used with caution.
- Chemical peel: A chemical peel removes the top layer of skin that has sustained high amounts of damage, and stimulates collagen production. 6
- Restoring collagen: Products that stimulate collagen production are ideal for improving collagen levels within skin. Opt for topical skin care products with ingredients that are scientifically proven to increase collagen production, such as the OS-01 peptide* or retinol. Note, while retinol is effective at increasing collagen levels in skin,there are some retinol dangers, especially for those with sensitive skin. Learn more about retinol and how the OS-01 peptide stacks up here.
- Topical Supplements: Superpowered by the OS-01 peptide, such OneSkin’s OS-01 EYE peptide eye cream, has been shown to increase collagen by up to 2.3x in lab studies on human skin samples. Additionally, OS-01 FACE, a peptide face moisturizer, is clinically validated to reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles in 87% of users.**
Key Takeaways
- Wrinkles are caused by a number of environmental factors and habits, such as sun exposure, smoking, and dehydration.
- Wrinkles that are visible when the skin and body is at rest are static.
- Wrinkles that only appear with movement are dynamic.
- Dynamic wrinkles can become static, especially with loss of collagen and elastin from extrinsic and intrinsic skin aging factors.
- There are many treatments available for both dynamic and static wrinkles, ranging from topical supplements and sunscreen to more invasive options like botox and dermal filler.
Key Takeaways
- Wrinkles are caused by a number of environmental factors and habits, such as sun exposure, smoking, and dehydration.
- Wrinkles that are visible when the skin and body is at rest are static.
- Wrinkles that only appear with movement are dynamic.
- Dynamic wrinkles can become static, especially with loss of collagen and elastin from extrinsic and intrinsic skin aging factors.
- There are many treatments available for both dynamic and static wrinkles, ranging from topical supplements and sunscreen to more invasive options like botox and dermal filler.
By Kylie Nicholson: Kylie is studying Biosystems engineering at the University of California, San Diego. She is passionate about scientific writing and women's health research.
By Kylie Nicholson: Kylie is studying Biosystems engineering at the University of California, San Diego. She is passionate about scientific writing and women's health research.
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Reviewed by Alessandra Zonari, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and Co-Founder of OneSkin
Alessandra earned her Master’s degree in stem cell biology, and her PhD in skin regeneration and tissue engineering at the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil in collaboration with the 3B’s Research Group in Portugal. Alessandra did a second post-doctoral at the University of Coimbra in Portugal. She is a co-inventor of three patents and has published 20 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals.
Reviewed by Alessandra Zonari, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and Co-Founder of OneSkin
Alessandra earned her Master’s degree in stem cell biology, and her PhD in skin regeneration and tissue engineering at the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil in collaboration with the 3B’s Research Group in Portugal. Alessandra did a second post-doctoral at the University of Coimbra in Portugal. She is a co-inventor of three patents and has published 20 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals.
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