Wrinkles are a normal sign of aging that everyone will have to accept at some point during their lives. Our faces are like mirrors that show all of our emotions — laughing, crying, frowning. These are natural reactions, but they are also a main cause of forehead wrinkles.
Wrinkles on the forehead are one of the first visible signs of aging. That’s because most people unconsciously raise their eyebrows when speaking or frown in concentration. Even on cold days, our faces are exposed the damaging rays from the sun. This sun damage can contribute to wrinkles. A daily skin care regimen is your best defense against wrinkles. In this article, we have gathered all the information you need to know on how to get rid of deed forehead wrinkles.
What Causes Forehead Wrinkles?
The skin of the forehead is different from the rest of the body. The forehead doesn’t have any fat deposits under the skin. The rest skin on the rest of the body has fat deposits that help prevent or slow wrinkling. This is lack of fat deposits is why the forehead is the first part of the face to show wrinkles.
Other causes of forehead wrinkles include:
Sun Exposure
The sun feels warm and comforting, especially after a long winter. However, the UV rays of the sun are extremely harmful to your skin. Aside from the skin cancer risk, the sun dries out the skin, which causes the body to lose collagen. Collagen is responsible for keeping the skin’s firm and smooth.
If you’re committed to having tanned skin, self-tanners are less likely to cause wrinkles than tanning beds or direct exposure to the sun. Keep in mind that you should wear SPF protection year-round, regardless of the climate. This will help prevent your risk of cancer, other skin disorders and wrinkles.
Poor Diet and Dehydration
Water keeps the body hydrated. If you don’t drink enough water, fine lines and wrinkles will be more visible. Eating fruits and vegetables are another source of water. Fried foods are bad for your skin.
The skin’s collagen is what helps deter wrinkles. Foods high in sodium and carbs have been known to damage the body’s collagen production. Without collagen, the wrinkles on your face are more prominent.
Facial Expressions
Humans are very emotive and we show those emotions with our facial expressions. For example, If we frown if we’re unhappy, smile when we’re happy and furrow our eyebrows when concerned about something.
For most people, these facial expressions are made unconsciously and it is almost impossible to stop it from happening. This may be one reason why Botox is so common now – it literally stops your facial muscles from being able to move. It also renders you incapable of showing emotions, which seems a bit robotic.
Aging
Don’t tell the ladies of Hollywood or the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, but everyone ages eventually. You can take some measures to slow the process down, but aging is a part of life. Sure, Halle Berry and Jennifer Lopez look great at 50, but you can still tell that they aren’t 20 anymore, despite the media trying to say they look the same now as they did in 1996.
As we age, the collagen production in our body slows down, which causes the skin to lose its elasticity and firmness. That causes sagging skin and wrinkles to be more pronounced. In addition, the blood vessels start to contract as people age, which reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrients that can make it to the skin. Oxygen and nutrients are what help keep the skin hydrated and smooth.
At What Age Do Women Get Forehead Wrinkle?
Men might have their own aging struggles such as baldness, but overall, women show signs of age faster than men do. Women are also viewed differently as they age. Men with grey hair or a wrinkled face are called “distinguished.” Women who have wrinkles and grey are just called…. “Old.”
Even with proper skin care and diet, women can expect for wrinkles to start appearing in their late twenties and early thirties. Some women can get wrinkles as early as their 20s due to genetics and health issues. Hey, women may age faster than men, but we also live longer!
What can you do to stave off wrinkles?
Best Treatments for Forehead Wrinkles
There are several professional procedures you can have done at the dermatologist. The medical procedures are a bit pricey but can help ward off forehead wrinkles.
Chemical Peels
A chemical peel uses different concentrations of acids to remove the outer layers of the skin. That gives the skin a smoother, healthier look and allows a fresh, new layer of skin to grow in its place.
When you arrive for your appointment, the doctor will have you clean your face to remove excess oil. Then the chemical peel will be applied to the face, carefully avoiding the mouth and eyes. After a few minutes, the peel is removed with water. Vaseline or other petroleum jelly is then applied to your face to protect the skin. Within a few days, the old skin will start to peel off, leaving fresh skin behind.
The chemical peels don’t remove wrinkles completely, but they do make your complexion look younger.
The cost of a chemical peel can be anywhere between $2000 and $5000.
Botox
Botox treatments are very common these days. Reality shows, such as the Real Housewives franchises have shown the procedure on-screen many times. Even stars in their 20s get Botox as a preventive measure.
Botox is the name for injecting a lethal toxin – botulinum – into your forehead and other areas of the face. While the toxin is the most lethal toxin known to man, it’s harmless if given in small doses by a certified professional.
It works by basically paralyzing the muscles to limit the ability to make wrinkle-inducing facial expressions. The toxin is injected into the face with a needle. The injection area is numbed with a topical cream. The results aren’t immediate. In fact, the area will be red and possibly blotchy for a few days. The effects of the treatment can be seen within ten days.
One Botox injection usually lasts between three and six months. This is good for people who dislike the effects and want to reverse them. Once the toxins have worn off, the face’s appearance returns to normal.
One word of caution for Botox is that the effects are very obvious. Most of the actresses in TV and movies have had Botox and you can usually tell which ones.
Botox injections can cost between $400 and $600.
Fillers
Fillers are another beauty treatment that is very trendy these days. You can’t go a day without hearing about the lip fillers of the Kardashians.
Fillers are similar to Botox because they are injected into the skin. However, fillers aren’t toxins and they don’t paralyze the muscles. Rather, they fill in areas beneath the skin that are empty, leaving the skin fuller and smoother.
There are several different types of fillers and your doctor can recommend the best one for your face. Some fillers treat fine lines, while others treat deeper wrinkles like the ones in the forehead. Most fillers are a variation of Hyaluronic acid. While that sounds toxic, it’s actually a natural substance that is in everyone’s skin already.
How long fillers last depends on the type used. They can last between three to six months and some last even longer. If you don’t like the effect, an antidote to the Hyaluronic acid can be injected to remove the fillers within a few days.
Lip fillers costs between $400 and $800 per treatment.
Natural Remedies for Deep Forehead Wrinkles
If you’re looking for more natural remedies that don’t involve injecting chemicals into your face, there are a few options for deep forehead wrinkles.
Avocado Mask
Avocado naturally contains vitamins and minerals. These compounds protect the skin from environmental pollutants that can cause your dry skin. Dry skin is one of the causes of wrinkles, but the avocado serves as a natural moisturizer.
Directions:
- Mash half of an avocado
- Stir in 1 tablespoon plain or Greek yogurt
- Gently rub mixture onto face, particularly on your problem areas
- Leave avocado mask on for 15 minutes
- Rinse skin with warm water
- Continue regular skincare routine
Witch Hazel
Witch hazel comes from the witch hazel shrub found in North America. The natural astringent is used in many skincare products. It can be applied directly to your forehead wrinkles. The witch hazel will help heal your damaged skin and reduce the visibility of wrinkles.
Olive Oil & Baking Soda
Like avocado, olive oil is rich in rejuvenating vitamins and minerals. It’s been used in skin and hair care for hundreds of years. Olive oil gives the skin and youthful and smooth appearance. Baking soda acts as a natural exfoliant. Exfoliating the skin is a fundamental step in sloughing off dead skin cells and allowing fresh skin to grow in its place.
Directions:
- Mix 1 teaspoon baking soda with 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Gently apply the mixture to your skin
- Let the mixture sit on your skin and forehead for 5 minutes
- Remove with warm washcloth
How to Prevent Forehead Wrinkles
Now you know how to treat forehead wrinkles, but how do you stop them from appearing in the first place? You will get wrinkles eventually. That’s just a fact of life, but there are some things you can do to delay their arrival.
Don’t Smoke
Everyone knows smoking is terrible for your internal organs, but it is also really bad for your skin. Even if you don’t smoke, exposure to secondhand smoke can cause skin damage by causing the body’s collagen to breakdown. Without collagen, your skin will be loose and saggy.
The act of smoking can cause wrinkles to form around your mouth and on your forehead.
Cut Back on Alcohol
Alcohol dehydrates the skin. Too much alcohol can also lead to puffy skin. When you drink, the skin around your eyelids retains fluid. That fluid, along with the dry skin, can cause wrinkles on your forehead and eyes. The best solution is to cut back on alcohol and drink more water instead.
Massage your Face
Massaging your face can strengthen unused muscles and prevent sagging. Sagging is a cause of deep forehead wrinkles. Rubbing the face also stimulates blood circulation, which promotes healthy skin.
You can use coconut oil to prevent skin damage from the friction and pulling that occurs during the massage. This is something you can do in your own home. Simply apply the oil to your forehead and massage using small circles. You can do this every day for 10 minutes to help reduce forehead wrinkles.
Limit Stress
Stress causes elevated cortisol levels in the body. High cortisol damages the connective tissue of the skin. The connective tissues are what gives your skin the smooth, firm appearance. Once damaged, your skin will be prone to wrinkles and other skin blemishes. Stress is bad for your health in general. Yoga and other forms of exercise are great stress relievers.
Drink More Water
Many people with great skin attribute it to drinking eight glasses of water a day. Water hydrates the skin and, as we know, dry skin causes wrinkles to form. If you’re not a fan of water, you can add more fruits and vegetables to your diet. Both are great sources of water.
Protect Your Skin from the Sun
The sun is awe-inspiring and powerful. It’s also a huge cause of skin damage, wrinkles and other health problems. Most people know to wear sunscreen at the beach, but it should also be worn during mundane daily activities. Even a small amount of sun exposure can lead to wrinkles. The skin on the face is some of the thinnest skin on the body, meaning it doesn’t have much of its own protection.
Wrinkles might be something we all have to accept, but that doesn’t mean we can give in to aging without a fight.
