What is it?

Common causes of lines and wrinkles include:  

Age and gravity:

• It is natural for the skin to lose its elasticity with age due to the diminished production of collagen and elastin. This can result in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Facial Expressions:

• Constant facial movements such as smiling, frowning and squinting of the eyes often lead to how wrinkles are formed. 

Sun Exposure:

• Extended exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays can jump-start the aging process, leading to early wrinkles and fine lines at younger ages. It's important to remember that our dermatology professionals always recommend the daily use of sunscreen as part of your skincare routine! Reapplication throughout the day is also recommended. 

Loss of Fat:

• When we grow older, it is natural to lose facial volume. This can result in skin sagging and fine or deep wrinkles. Rapid weight loss can also contribute to volume loss because the skin may not recover as fast as the lost fat.

Lines and wrinkles can emerge across various body areas, but our patients come to us primarily to treat lines and wrinkles on the forehead, worry lines, laugh lines, lip lines and jowls. Additionally, the periorbital region, known as crow's feet, is a frequent concern. Our dermatology experts will also address lines and wrinkles on the neck and décolletage.

How is it treated?

While wrinkles are an inevitable part of the aging process, if they're causing you concern, our board-certified professionals at Skin Care Center locations in Lake Forest, Glenview and Chicago, Illinois, provide various effective treatments to reduce wrinkles and lessen their appearance. 

Treatment options range from topical creams, laser therapy and injectables. If you are interested, please contact us to schedule an appointment or a cosmetic consultation, and we’ll help you combat these signs of aging.