Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Wrinkles

By Dane Masters

Aging is just a fact of life, yet the older we get the harder and harder we try to fight the process of aging. While some of us are content to age gracefully and with dignity, others feel that aging is akin to dying, and the more youthful they appear, the longer they have to live. One of our most hardest fought battles with aging involves making wrinkles diminish and preventing them from appearing in the first place. It would seem that in our society having wrinkles is a sign of giving in and accepting old age, rather than a sign of having lived, and still living and interesting and full life.

Eventually we all begin to age and those unwanted wrinkles begin to appear. It is usually at this stage that most people start looking for a quick solution. But where do you start? There are so many companies promising to vanish wrinkles with magic creams or needles, or worse. The key is to understand that not every solution works for all individuals.

Plastic surgery is becoming a popular choice for those who want to look drastically younger, or want to correct parts of their body that they feel are flawed. Face lifts can make the skin look tighter and younger, and can be combined with an eye lift to get rid of baggy, wrinkly eye skin. Unfortunately this method is painful and very expensive so it's not for everyone.

If you can't afford surgery, or just don't want to do it then you might want to think about Botox, which involves injecting a solution under parts of the skin which will then paralyze the nerves and muscles around the injection site. This relaxes the muscles around the face which makes wrinkles less noticeable. Botox needs to be repeated every few months to remain effective, so you may want to factor that into your decision.

Skin creams also promise results on a smaller budget, but there is always argument as to whether they yield results. Most dermatologists argue that wrinkles are merely a side effect of the skins renewal slowing down, and putting on a cream won't change that. But there's no harm in trying. Do you know what the best way is to avoid wrinkles? Eat well, take care of your body, and drink lots of water. This may not sound like a quick solution, but it is the best way to keep your skin clear for as long as possible. - 15438

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