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SKIN DISORDERS: Wrinkles
Description
Wrinkles are lines or creases in the skin, that are usually caused by the aging process but there are factors that accelerate the rate.
Statistical studies
show the following:
Studies show that there is an increase prevalence of wrinkles in men and women who smoke.
Some studies also showed that with increase number of full term pregnancy there was an associated increase in wrinkling of the skin. In postmenopausal women there was less wrinkling present in those who took hormone replacement therapy than those who did not
Types and Symptoms
Wrinkles can be
caused by the following:
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Aging Process
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Habitual facial expressions
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Smoking
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Sun Damage
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Hormonal factors
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Dehydration
Questions to ask the
expert
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How many years
experience have you had treating this skin
disorder
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What is your
success rate
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Certificates and
Licenses
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References
Treatment
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Do facial exercises
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Seek the advice of a
dermatologist who specializes in
cosmetic care of skin who will inform you of
the benefits and risks of different
treatments
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The cosmetic dermatologist
may recommend the following:
- Chemical peels or laser resurfacing
- Botulinum toxin (Botox)
- Plastic surgery for age-related wrinkles (for
example, a facelift).
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Utilize acupuncture for
cosmetic purposes namely as a method of face
lift
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Get a facial massage
General Tips
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You must seek the advice of your doctor if the wrinkling is associated
with skin lesions
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Limit your exposure to the sun
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Quit Smoking
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Keep skin well moisturized especially around the eyes, nose, mouth and
neck
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Eat a well balanced diet that is rich in antioxidants
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Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration
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Limit your alcohol intake
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Do facial exercises
List of Products &
Services
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Avalon Organics CoQ10 Ultimate Firming Body
Lotion - 8 fl oz (235 mL)
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Avalon Organics CoQ10 Wrinkle Defense Creme
- 1.75 fl oz (50 mL)
Avalon Organics CoQ10 Wrinkle Defense Creme
Daily wrinkle defense and moisturization
with organic Jojoba and Sunflower oils plus
the antioxidant protection of natural CoQ10,
organic White Tea and Vitamin E.
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Green Tea Eye Gel, Alba Botanica, 1 fl oz
Green Tea Eye Gel contains certified organic
aloe vera and green tea antioxidants to
soothe, smooth and protect delicate eye area
while cucumber and kelp extracts firm and
tone wrinkle-prone skin.
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Vitamin C 1000 with Bioflavonoids, Nature's
Way, 100% Natural, 1000mg - 250 Vcaps
It also helps strengthen collagen - a major
connective protein.
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Face Creme, Tissue Revitalizing, Antioxidant
Skin Care System with Lipoic Acid, DMAE,
Vitamin C Ester & Tocotrienol - 2 fl. oz.
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Cocoa Butter, 100% Pure, NOW Foods - 7 oz.
It is used to improve skin elasticity and to
reduce wrinkles.
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MSM Supplement ( Methylsulfonylmethane )
1000mg - 120 Caps Pure Lignisul with Free 4
oz. Lotion
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Pureaskin Urea Lotion, Unscented - 4 fl. oz.
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Aloe Vera Skin Gel, Herbal Aloe Force,
Organically Grown Unprocessed Whole Raw Aloe
Vera - 4 fl. oz.
Can keep your skin looking clean, clear,
smooth, toned, hydrated and glowing with
health. Can also reduce the appearance of
fine lines, wrinkles and sun damage.
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derma e Vitamin A Retinyl Palmitate Wrinkle Treatment Creme
Helps diminish the appearance of
age lines and wrinkles on the skin while
leaving it soft, smooth, and supple.
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Garnier Nutritioniste Ultra-Lift Anti-Wrinkle Firming Eye Cream
Firms delicate skin around eye area by
fortifying surface-cells for deep-lifting
action. Diminishes wrinkles while intensely
replenishing moisture.
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