He nasolabial fold, commonly known as the “laughter wrinkle”, in addition to telling stories, can reveal more years than we wish to show. Over time, these folds become deepen, becoming one of the first visible signs of the aging and giving the face a more tired.
In this article, from the García Legaz Dermatological Institute, we invite you to discover What is the nasolabial fold?, the natural causes that accentuate it and dermatological treatments more advanced to rejuvenate your face and restore its freshness.
What is the nasolabial fold?
The nasolabial fold is a natural foldThe nasolabial fold that forms in the skin from an early age. In youth, this nasolabial fold is only visible to the smile, creating timelines that extend from the nostrils until the corners of the lips.
“With the arrival of adulthood, the nasolabial folds become visible even when the face is in repose, giving a more aged and tired.”
It is important not to confuse the nasolabial fold with the well-known puppet lines, which form from the corners of the lips and descend towards the chin.
How to identify the accentuation of the nasolabial furrow
For identify If your nasolabial fold has become more prominent, pay attention to the following: signs:
- Increase in the depth of the fold, even in a resting state.
- Shades more marked around the mouth.
- Feeling of "drop» or loss of firmness in the middle zone of the face.
- Compare photographs to assess their progress.
Factors that contribute to its appearance
The formation of the nasolabial fold depends on several factors: factors, many of them related to the natural aging process.
- Loss of elasticity: With age, the decrease in collagen and elastin causes soft facial tissues to swell loosen up, accentuating the folds.
- Reduction of subcutaneous fat: As we age, cheek fat is reabsorbed, making the groove more pronounced.
- Gesticulation: the simple daily gesture of smile favors the formation of this fold.
- Genetic factors: Genetics can determine the speed and intensity with which nasolabial furrows develop, being more evident in some people from an early age.
- Habits: smoke, the exhibition solar, a unbalanced diet and the lack of hydration They accelerate the aging of the skin and, therefore, promote the appearance of these folds.
How to eliminate the nasolabial fold
To soften the nasolabial fold, there are advanced treatments that help to restore volume and the elasticity of the skin, thus achieving a fresher and more rejuvenated appearance.
Below we present some of the most commonly used alternatives in dermatology.
Filler with hyaluronic acid
An effective approach to treating the nasolabial fold is hyaluronic acid filler.
This substance, naturally present in our body, is key to maintaining skin hydration and volume. Over time, natural levels of hyaluronic acid decrease, contributing to the formation of wrinkles and loss of facial volume.
The procedure consists of inject a biocompatible gel but not only in the nasolabial fold area, but the middle third of the face must be treated first, since this fold is often caused by a loss of fatty volume in the middle of the face, mainly the lateral and medial cheekbone area.
Injecting this area will have a lifting effect and will elevate the nasolabial fold area, softening the wrinkle. hint.
In very deep grooves, after prior replacement of the middle third, we can also directly inject this area, thus softening the wrinkle directly. In addition, hyaluronic acid retains moisture, providing deep and long-lasting hydration of the skin.
The duration of the results can vary between 6 and 18 months, depending on the injected product and your individual characteristics.
Dermatological laser
He dermatological laser It is one of the most effective treatments innovators and effective to smooth out facial wrinkles. At the García-Legaz Dermatological Institute, we rely exclusively on the Nordlys platform for his polyvalence and precision.
To reduce wrinkles, we can use the Frax 1550 laser, ideal for the rejuvenation global cutaneous.
The Nordlys Fraxx 1550 laser penetrates deep layers of the epidermis, generating a controlled heating that activates the fibroblasts, the cells responsible for produce collagen and elastin. This results in:
- Improves the texture and firmness cutaneous.
- Reduction of lines fine and wrinkles.
- Gradual regenerationwhich naturally softens the nasolabial fold.
One of the main advantages is its non-invasive nature, with minimal discomfort and no recovery time. For optimal results, it is generally recommended to perform several sessions, allowing the skin to regenerate progressively between them.
For very deep wrinkles, we can perform facial resurfacing with CO2 laser, a more aggressive treatment with a somewhat slower recovery but equally very effective for advanced facial aging.
Recommendation to prevent nasolabial wrinkles
Incorporate certain habits in your daily routine can help delay or reduce the appearance of nasolabial wrinkles. Here are some helpful tips:
- Sleep on your back: avoid resting your cheekbones against the pillow, as the repeated pressure accelerates the appearance of the nasolabial furrow.
- Remove your makeup every night: Various studies indicate that do not remove makeup the skin can make age five times faster, so it is essential to clean your face properly.
- Choose quality products: use creams with active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, retinol and collagen to improve elasticity and prevent wrinkle formation.
- Incorporates facial massages: massage your face regularly stimulates circulation blood and production of collagen.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle: Avoid tobacco and alcohol and maintain a balanced diet to keep your skin in optimal condition.
Nasolabial fold before and after
The comparison with photographs of the nasolabial fold before and after allows us to clearly observe how this fold becomes more pronounced over time.
This type of comparison is not only useful for evaluate the natural process of facial aging, but also to document the results of aesthetic treatments.
Visualize these changes in a way tangible helps you understand how treatments help smooth the nasolabial fold and restore a more youthful, fresh appearance.
The nasolabial fold is a natural sign of aging, but there are treatments and habits that can help soften its appearance. Consult with specialists in dermatology, such as those at the García-Legaz Dermatological Institute, can help you choose the most suitable option to achieve the results natural and long-lasting what are you looking for.
Literature
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- López, ZL, Trujillo, IA, Rosell, JCR, Blanco, MA, Diéguez, P. Á. T., Benzal, OG, & Carbón, AMT (2021). Efficacy and safety of hyaluronic acid in the elimination of facial aging signs. Fur, 36(10), 641-647. https://www.sciencedirect.com
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