FOREHEAD WRINKLES HOW TO PREVENT AND TREAT THEM?

Forehead wrinkles are one of the visible signs of aging that appear earliest, sometimes as early as 25 years old. They are part of expression lines and are directly linked to our emotions. Being surprised, worrying, narrowing your eyes... All these repeated expressions end up marking the forehead over time. External factors can also play an important role in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the forehead.

FOREHEAD WRINKLES HOW TO PREVENT AND TREAT THEM?

Forehead wrinkles are one of the visible signs of aging that appear earliest, sometimes as early as 25 years old. They are part of expression lines and are directly linked to our emotions. Being surprised, worrying, narrowing your eyes... All these repeated expressions end up marking the forehead over time. External factors can also play an important role in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the forehead. 

CAUSES OF FOREHEAD WRINKLES

Like all expression lines, forehead wrinkles are caused by the contraction of the muscles of this extremely mobile area, when we express certain emotions: 

 The annoyance: frequently frowning explains “ frown lines ”. This forehead wrinkle in the form of two vertical lines is located between the two eyebrows and gives a severe look to the face.

Astonishment: widening the eyes induces a wrinkling of the forehead which results in one or more horizontal wrinkles, more or less parallel.

 There are many other situations or emotions that use the muscles of the forehead, varying depending on the morphology and expressiveness of each person's face. 

Initially, they are small folds of expression: when the muscle relaxes, they disappear. The downside is that we repeat these expressive movements hundreds of thousands of times every day. Over time, forehead wrinkles end up “fixing”: the skin does not return to its initial shape and the wrinkle becomes static. In other words, it persists even though the facial muscles are at rest. 

2 main causes explain why expression lines on the forehead turn into marked wrinkles: natural skin aging and external factors linked to lifestyle can accelerate or worsen the deepening of wrinkles.

 The impact of natural aging

Over time, the skin loses some of its hydration capacity and dries out. At the same time, the loss of collagen and elastin reduces its flexibility and elasticity. This sagging skin explains why the skin on the forehead no longer regains its smooth appearance, even if the muscle is no longer contracted. It is a natural evolution, more or less marked depending on individual genetic heritage.

 The role of environmental factors

These external factors play a major role in the aging of the skin and particularly for expression lines such as forehead wrinkles.

• Exposure to the sun: UV, visible light and infrared alter the youthfulness of the skin, because they accentuate oxidative stress, cause cellular damage and accelerate the breakdown of collagen, among other effects.
• Tobacco: it also causes oxidative stress and slows down skin cell renewal, resulting in premature and more pronounced wrinkles.
• Diet: insufficient intake of water, essential fatty acids, vitamins C and E in particular and proteins contribute to oxidative stress and dehydration. 

 HOW TO PREVENT THE APPEARANCE OF THE FIRST FOREHEAD WRINKLE?

There is a great inequality in the appearance of the first wrinkles on the forehead, firstly because of our genes, then our facial morphology. There is obviously no question of freezing to limit the natural expressions of our face. But it is possible to fight against stress and anxiety, which are responsible for frown lines, often the most feared because they give a hard and austere expression to the face. Relaxation meditation, sport… So many ways to avoid frowning too often.

Adopt a targeted skincare routine

As soon as possible, integrate moisturizers into your routine, with creams adapted to your skin type. Consider making additional hydrating and firming masks for in-depth action on the dermis. 

 Protect your face from the sun

This is the essential youth gesture. Always wear sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat when you are exposed. Also take the reflex to apply a high protection sunscreen, your best ally to protect your skin from damage caused by UV and light.

 Optimize your sleep

Nighttime is an essential time of regeneration for the skin. Certain positions during the night, on the stomach or on the side, can promote the appearance of forehead wrinkles. Try to sleep on your back if you can. Choose a pillowcase made of silk or a very soft material that does not irritate or mark the skin.

 Ensure a balanced diet

Put fresh fruits and vegetables on the menu, enough protein, trace elements but also essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, very useful for hydrating the skin and against inflammation. Remember to drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day.

 Get your eyesight checked

We can also frown unconsciously if we can't see well, and make wrinkles worse.

THE BEST ALLY AGAINST FINE LINES ON THE FOREHEAD: HYALURONIC ACID

Hyaluronic acid is considered the star active ingredient against wrinkles and for hydrating the skin. Naturally present in the body, it functions like a sponge thanks to its extraordinary capacity to capture water: it can thus retain a quantity of water greater than 1000 times its weight. Thanks to hyaluronic acid, the skin is dense and plump. 

 The role of hyaluronic acid for the skin:

- A natural water reservoir for hydrated and supple skin

- A volumizer that plumps the skin like a “filler” by filling in wrinkles

 Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of the skin, produced continuously in the epidermis and dermis. It is very sensitive to environmental attacks and its production decreases after 20 years. Facial treatments containing hyaluronic acid reactivate its natural synthesis to fill this gap and help effectively correct forehead wrinkles. 

The Institut Esthederm Intensive Hyaluronic® treatment combines 3 forms of hyaluronic acid of different molecular weights, for action on the surface and in depth. The 3 Intensive Hyaluronic products, Serum, Cream and Mask, concentrated in hyaluronic acid, combine high hydration and wrinkle filling by stimulating the synthesis of hyaluronic acid. 

 3 actions:

• Smooth and correct fine lines and wrinkles 
• Improve skin quality 
• Bring radiance through lasting hydration

 TECHNOLOGY FOR THE TREATMENT OF FOREHEAD WRINKLES

At the forefront of anti-aging research, Institut Esthederm has developed exclusive formulas capable of preventing and correcting forehead wrinkles. Treatments targeted at the signs of aging to be preceded by a gentle cleansing ritual , with the Osmoclean range. 

 For the first wrinkles and fine lines on the forehead:

Active Repair Wrinkle Correcting Cream Institut Esthederm boosts collagen production thanks to Repair+ technology and delays the appearance of signs of aging thanks to the antioxidant action of the Time Control System patent. It also contains ferulic acid which refines the skin texture for a radiant effect. To be applied morning and evening, it is also an excellent makeup base.

 For established forehead wrinkles:

The Lift & Repair range has a smoothing action on fine lines and wrinkles thanks to the immediate tightening effect   of Lift technology. At the same time, Repair technology restructures, regenerates and firms the skin by stimulating the production of the fundamental components of youthful skin, such as collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Adopt the combo Absolu Tenseur Lift & Repair Serum + Absolute Smoothing Lift & Repair Cream.

 To tan without wrinkles:

Bronz Repair Institut Esthederm promotes tanning while preserving the youthfulness of the skin . Its formula is specially designed to smooth wrinkles and combat loss of firmness. It is the day cream to adopt all summer long, or to apply as soon as your skin is exposed to UV rays, even during lunch on the terrace.

 For a hydration + anti-wrinkle treatment:

The Intensive Hyaluronic Institut Esthederm treatment is based on a highly dosed trio of hyaluronic acid in 3 complementary forms: medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid, high molecular weight hyaluronic acid and finally spheres of vectorized hyaluronic acid. 

Used as a treatment, Intensive Hyaluronic Serum, Intensive Hyaluronic Cream and Intensive Hyaluronic Mask target the filling of fine lines and wrinkles thanks to intense rehydration, an immediate and lasting plumping action thanks to the stimulation of hyaluronic acid synthesis.

 For a deep anti-wrinkle treatment + firmness:

The Institut Esthederm Intensive Retinol treatment benefits from all the firming properties of retinol, which helps smooth even deep wrinkles , even out the complexion and restore toned skin. A very effective active ingredient, retinol is sometimes poorly tolerated. In the Institut Esthederm Retinol treatment, it is formulated at the right dose, in combination with ingredients chosen to optimize comfort of use. The concentrated serum contains pure, rapid-release retinol formulated in precious oils to optimize its tolerance, the cream a progressive-release retinol, which can be used longer term. 

The must: at the beginning, apply the serum 2 to 3 times a week, then gradually increase the frequency of use.

 PREVENT AND TREAT FOREHEAD WRINKLES WITH INGREDIENTS NATURALLY PRODUCED BY THE SKIN 

Hyaluronic acid: it is the ultimate plumping active ingredient. It is integrated into many Institut Esthederm treatments, beyond the Intensive Hyaluronic® treatment line. But other ingredients prove to be very beneficial in combating forehead wrinkles.

 Vitamin E: antioxidant, it protects the skin from excess free radicals generated by environmental factors such as UV rays or pollution. It thus prevents the formation of forehead wrinkles.

 Salicylic acid : it accelerates cell renewal and promotes the elimination of dead cells. It helps smooth the skin's texture and tighten enlarged pores, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 Working facial muscles or facial gymnastics

Facial massage techniques bring real results, in addition to a suitable skincare routine. The idea is to take advantage of the application of your treatments to manually smooth forehead wrinkles during a relaxing massage. Use slow smoothing movements from the middle of the forehead outwards. 

For frown lines, start by frowning then press for 5 seconds with your index fingers on both wrinkles. Then release and massage, stretching the skin outwards, as if you were trying to move your eyebrows away from each other. Repeat several times, taking care not to tense any area of ​​the face. 

You can also try facial yoga, a very trendy practice that combines facial gymnastics and specific yoga postures.