Fine wrinkles and lines on your forehead are a normal part of aging. However, you're most likely to develop them prematurely because of sun exposure, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Both aging and sun exposure cause proteins that give your skin its structure and elasticity --- collagen and elastin --- to break down. Also, as you get older, your skin is unable to shed dead skin cells as easily as it used to, so newer, healthier cells take longer to appear. Fortunately, you have a few options that will minimize the appearance of wrinkles and rejuvenate your skin.
Step 1
Buy a chemical peel to use at home. Choose a mild peel that's less than 20 percent concentration at first. According to Paula Begoun, author of "The Original Beauty Bible," several treatments with a mild peel are safer than using a deep peel, providing similar results.
Step 2
Wash your face thoroughly and remove all makeup before applying a peel. Follow the instructions that come with the package--and which vary from product to product to avoid any symptoms such as burning or tingling.
Step 3
Always apply a sunscreen when going outdoors, as chemical peels increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun, warns dermatologist Susan Taylor, author of "Rx for Brown Skin." Sunscreen can also help prevent new fine wrinkles from forming.
Step 4
Consult a dermatologist if you do not notice any improvements in your wrinkles. The doctor may recommend other remedies such as microdermabrasion, laser therapy or botox.
Tips and Warnings
- Moisturize daily. Although dryness doesn't cause wrinkles, it worsens the appearance of wrinkles, according to MayoClinic.com. Try a beta-hydroxy at-home chemical peel before an alpha-hydroxy formula. According to Taylor, the former causes fewer side effects.
- Chemical peels may cause temporary or permanent discoloration or scarring, warns the American Academy of Dermatology. Consult your doctor if you are prone to keloids, blisters or cold sores. Never use a chemical peel more frequently than recommended on the label of the product you are using. Consult a board-certified dermatologist to carry out any cosmetic procedure for reducing wrinkles.
References
- American Academy of Dermatology: Causes of Aging Skin
- "The Original Beauty Bible"; Paula Begoun; 2009
- "Rx for Brown Skin"; Dr. Susan Taylor; 2003
- MayoClinic.com: Wrinkle Causes
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