Wrinkles, whether they be fine line or deep furrows, typically appear on areas of the body that receive a high amount of exposure to the sun. Smoking, light skin type, hairstyle, the way you dress, your occupational and recreational habits, and heredity are all factors that promote wrinkling. Medical treatments for wrinkles include antioxidants, moisturizers, alpha-hydroxy acids, and vitamin A acid. Cosmetic procedures that treat wrinkles include dermabrasion, microdermabrasion, glycolic acid peels, laser resurfacing, Botox, and fillers. Read more: Wrinkles Article
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Bar soap and water are fine for cleansing the face if you have sensitive or dry skin. See AnswerRelated Disease Conditions
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Sun-Sensitive Drugs (Photosensitivity to Drugs)
Sun sensitivity (photosensitivity) is an inflammation of the skin induced by the combination of medications or substances and sunlight. The effect on the skin is redness, which looks similar to a sunburn. Generally, these reactions are either phototoxic or photoallergic. Phototoxic drugs are more common than photoallergic drugs. Symptoms of phototoxic reactions are a burning and stinging sensation and then redness. Symptoms of photoallergic reactions are itching, redness, swelling, and blisters of the affected area. Treatment generally is discontinuation of the medication and topical application of creams.Treatment generally is discontinuation of the medication and topical application of creams.
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Skin Cancer
Skin cancers occur when skin cells undergo malignant transformations and grow into tumors. The most common types of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, are highly curable when they are diagnosed and treated early. Sun exposure, tanning beds, depressed immune system, radiation exposure, and certain viral infections are risk factors for skin cancer. Skin cancers are treated with surgery or radiation. The prognosis of nonmelanoma skin cancers is generally very good.
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Sunburn (Sun Poisoning)
Sunburn is caused by overexposure to UV radiation from the sun. UV rays can also damage the eyes. Repeated overexposure to UV rays also increases the risk for scarring, freckles, wrinkles, and dry skin. Symptoms of sunburn include painful, red, tender, and hot skin.The skin may blister, swell, and peel. Sun poisoning (severe sunburn) include nausea, fever, chills, rapid pulse, dizziness and more. Home remedies can help relieve sunburn pain, blisters, and peeling. Severe sunburns may need medical treatment. Sun protection and sunscreen for an person's skin type is recommended to decrease the chance of a severe sunburn and sun poisoning.
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Smoking (How to Quit Smoking)
Smoking is an addiction. More than 430,000 deaths occur each year in the U.S. from smoking related illnesses. Secondhand smoke or "passive smoke" also harm family members, coworkers, and others around smokers. There are a number of techniques available to assist people who want to quit smoking.
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Cosmetic Procedures and Wrinkles
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Botulism
Botulism is an illness caused by a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are three types of botulism: food-borne, wound, and infant. Symptoms include muscle paralysis, dry mouth, constipation, slurred speech, and blurred vision. If food-borne and wound botulism are detected early enough, they may be treated with an antitoxin.
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Facelift
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Actinic Keratosis
Actinic keratoses are rough, scaly patches of skin that are considered precancerous and are due to sun exposure. Prevention is to cut sun exposure and wear sunscreen.
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Cellulite
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens are crucial for sun protection. Sun damage to the skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays is a risk factor for skin cancer and melanoma. To avoid sunburn, people should limit sun exposure during the peak hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., wear protective clothing, and use a sunscreen. People with sensitive skin should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more.
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How Can I Make My Skin Tighter?
Most people experience sagging skin between the ages of 35 and 40 years old. As we age, the production of proteins that are responsible for keeping our skin plump, firm and smooth (collagen and elastin) declines gradually, resulting in sagging skin on the face, neck and body. Some of the natural or home remedies to firm the skin include facial exercise, application of topical products and doctor prescribed interventions.
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Smoking and Heart Disease
Smoking increases the risk of heart disease in women and men. Nicotine in cigarettes decrease oxygen to the heart, increases blood pressure, blood clots, and damages coronary arteries. Learn how to quit smoking today, to prolong your life.
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How Can I Remove Wrinkles From My Face?
Did you recently notice some fine lines on your face? Are you worried about aging faster than usual? These fine lines or wrinkles occur mainly on the parts of the body, which gets the most sun exposure like the face, neck, the back of the hands, and the tops of the forearm. If the fine lines bother you, then there are measures to even out the lines.
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Can You Get Rid of Undereye Wrinkles?
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How Do I Take Care of My Skin?
Common skin concerns include uneven skin tone and texture, acne, skin pigmentation, and aging. Home remedies to improve your skin's overall appearance include exfoliation and using alpha and beta hydroxy acids, applying over-the-counter serums, lotions, creams, topical retinoids, masks, and toners. Wearing broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30, maintaining proper hydration, and eating a well-balanced diet will also go a long way toward achieving a youthful radiance.
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What Is the Difference Between Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is a skin-resurfacing procedure. In this procedure, your dermatologist (skin doctor) or plastic surgeon sands your skin with a special rotating instrument and removes the outer layer of your skin. In microdermabrasion, tiny exfoliating crystals are sprayed on to your skin with a special applicator with an abrasive surface to gently sand away the thick outer layer of your skin and renew and rejuvenate the overall skin tone and texture.
Treatment & Diagnosis
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
- Photodynamic Therapy
- Microdermabrasion
- What Is CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing?
- Chemical Peel
- Dermabrasion
- Laser Resurfacing
- How Much Does a Brow Lift Cost?
- Botox
- Collagen and Injectable Fillers
- Neck Lift Cosmetic Surgery
- Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic Surgery)
- Facelift
- Lip Augmentation
Medications & Supplements
- MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) Dietary Supplement
- tretinoin (Retin-A, Retin-A Micro, Atralin, Renova, Avita)
- tretinoin cream - topical, Renova
- lidocaine and prilocaine (EMLA)
- hyaluronic acid (Restylane, Perlane)
- onabotulinumtoxinA, Botox, Botox Cosmetic
- Side Effects of Retin-A (tretinoin)
- Side Effects of Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA)
- tazarotene (cosmetic) - topical, Avage
- Side Effects of Perlane (hyaluronic acid)
Prevention & Wellness
- The Skinny on Wrinkle-Free Skin
- Does Fat Loss Make You Look Older? Myth vs. Fact
- Is Vaping a Scourge on Your Skin?
- Health Tip: 7 Ways to Prevent Wrinkles
- Are DIY Sunscreens Dangerous?
- Health Tip: Chemical Peel
- Health Tip: Uses for Botox
- What Price Beauty for Women? Far More Than for Men
- Health Tip: Anti-Aging Skin Suggestions
- Health Tip: Avoid the Appearance of Aging
- If You're Considering Cosmetic Surgery
- Need Your Botox Working Faster? Make a Face
- Health Tip: Botox Isn't Just for Wrinkles
- New Wrinkle in Heart Health: Furrowed Brows May Bode Ill
- Can a Maple Leaf Help You Look Younger?
- New Drug Reverses Hair Loss in Mice
- Scientists Rid Mice of Wrinkles, Hair Loss
- Health Tip: Improve Aging Skin
- 'Facial Stretches' Could Trim Years Off Your Look
- Health Tip: Getting Too Much Sun?
- 4 Ways to Look Younger Longer
- Smiling Adds Years, But Not in a Good Way, Study Finds
- Health Tip: Teach Teens About Sun Safety
- Hollywood Villains Are No Dermatologist's Friend
- With Nips, Tucks and Fat Transplants, Americans are Reshaping Their Bodies
- Health Tip: Warding Off Wrinkles
- Health Tip: Want Younger-Looking Skin?
- FDA: Anti-Aging, Skin-Lightening Products May Contain Mercury
- New 'Second Skin' Temporarily Smoothes Wrinkles
- 'Freckle' Gene Might Make You Look Older
- Botox Can Be Used for Chronic Migraine, Experts Say
- Pot Habit Early in Life May Alter Brain, Study Suggests
- Why Skin Wrinkles More Around the Eyes
- Health Tip: Sunburn May Cause Permanent Damage
- Lip Injections May Ease Challenges of Facial Paralysis
- FDA Seizes Counterfeit Drugs, Devices Sold Online
- FDA Warns of Complications From Facial Fillers
- Botox Eases Overactive Bladder, 2 Studies Find
- FDA Warns of Bogus Botox
- Face Scans Show How Fast a Person Is Aging
- Choose Wrinkle Treatments Wisely, FDA Advises
- Most Cosmetic Procedures Based on Stem Cells Are Bogus, Experts Say
- Scents May Sway Your Sense of Beauty
- Indoor Tanning Ups Melanoma Risk, Even Without Burning: Study
- Could Weight-Loss Surgery Help Slow Aging for Some?
- Study of Twins Shows How Smoking Ages the Face
- Lawsuits Involving Laser Treatments by Non-Docs on the Rise
- FDA Approves Botox for Crow's Feet
- Looking Sleepy Speaks Volumes, Study Says
- Health Tip: Help Sun-Damaged Skin
- Health Tip: Shopping for Skin Care Products
- New Sunscreen Labels: What to Look For
- 4 Signs of Aging That May Show Higher Heart Risk
- Most Forehead Lift Patients Recommend Procedure: Survey
- Condition Commonly Seen in Aging May Alter Brain Function
- Botox May Ease Tremors in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
- Enter the 'Brotox' Era
- Many Still Tanning, Despite Dangers, Survey Finds
- More People -- Even Kids -- Need to Wear Sunglasses
- The Most Common Cosmetic Surgery in 2011 Was ...
- Radiofrequency for Younger-Looking Hands?
- Do U.S Presidents Live Longer Than the Average Joe?
- Smiling Makes You Look Younger
- 'Sun Safety' Counseling Pays Off for Kids and Teens
- UVA Radiation May Cause DNA Damage in Skin
- Anti-Aging Products Not Fully Accepted
- Facial Wrinkles Linked to Lower Bone Density
- Teenage Girls Get Tans Despite Cancer Risk
- Does Botox Affect How You Read Emotions?
- Pollution May Aggravate Skin Damage From Sun
- Group Calls Some Sunscreens 'Snake Oil'
- Indoor Tanning Addiction Linked to Anxiety, Drug Abuse
- Smoking May Increase Body Wrinkles
- Study: Most Wrinkle Creams Don't Work
- Acupuncture for Wrinkles
- 6 Secrets to Gorgeous Skin
- Skimpy Skin Care Tips
- Skin: The Effects of Aging on Skin
- Skin Care and Aging
- New Rules for Winter Health & Beauty
- Skin Care: Protecting Your Skin
- Skin Care Products: Know Your Ingredients
- Skin Care Products: Assess Your Skin
- Skin Care for Mature Skin
- Skin Care and Overview
- Cosmetic Surgery: New Techniques and Procedures
- Women and Body Image
- Smoking in Men
- Tattoos and Permanent Makeup Alarm
- Wrinkles: New Treatment for Facial Wrinkles!
- Botox, What the FDA Wants You To Know
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