In years past, women expressed more concern about wrinkles and aging skin than men did. But that's changing -- more men want products and procedures that will reduce their wrinkles, and dermatologists and skin care manufacturers are stepping up to the plate to provide those products and procedures, according to the website HealthySkinGuide.com. Men can choose from a wider array of wrinkle reduction options.
Causes
Wrinkles result from two principal causes: the passage of time and sun exposure, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Men and women suffer equally from the passage of time, but some men may see more effects of sun exposure than women, simply because they don't wear cosmetics that block ultraviolet radiation. You should consider wearing daily sunblock to avoid new wrinkles.
Non-Prescription Treatment
Men with just a few minor wrinkles that aren't too deep might want to start out their wrinkle reduction by trying a non-prescription product. Some anti-wrinkle skin products also include coloring elements that serve as makeup, so you should look for one that does not say "tinted." According to the website MayoClinic.com, the most effective ingredients in over-the-counter anti-wrinkle skin care products include the vitamin A compound retinol, an antioxidant, hydroxy acids, which help your skin shed dead cells, and coenzyme Q10, a cellular nutrient.
Prescription Options
Dermatologists can prescribe topical medication that's more powerful than what you can buy over the counter. Products such as Retin-A, which contains the active ingredient tretinoin, and Avage, which contains the active ingredient tazarotene, can reduce mens' wrinkles and smooth out skin discoloration and rough patches also related to aging, according to the website MayoClinic.com.
Procedures
Men also can choose a medical procedure to reduce wrinkles. These procedures, most of which a dermatologist will perform in the doctor's office, vary in permanence and effectiveness. For example, injections of Botox can flatten your forehead and get rid of the wrinkles surrounding your eyes, but you'll need to repeat them every few months. Facial fillers can fill in deep wrinkles such as frown lines that men often get, and also will last up to six months.
Resurfacing
If you're a man who's less concerned about specific deep wrinkles and more concerned about the overall texture and appearance of your face, you may want to look into facial resurfacing procedures. In these, a dermatologist will use a device or chemical to peel off your top layer of skin, according to the website MayoClinic.com. After you heal, your skin will appear younger and your wrinkles will look shallower. Dermatologists use laser resurfacing, dermabrasion and chemical peels for facial resurfacing procedures, and your dermatologist can help you decide which of these procedures will work the best in your specific situation.
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