Nobody likes to show themselves with wrinkles and sagging skin . Therefore, many people spare no effort to prevent the aging process. You do facial gymnastics, use anti-aging creams and drink lots of water – but does it all help? dr Peter Pantlen, specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery and head of the Berlin practice at Tauentzien, reveals: “Some aids actually support a younger appearance, while others do not bring about any improvement.” To shed light on this, he answers the five most frequently asked questions about the beauty:
Is it actually true that…
… facial exercises help against wrinkles?
dr Pantlen: Training strengthens the muscles and in this way conceals so-called static wrinkles, such as sagging skin. The surface under the chin can also be slightly tightened by tightening the platysma, the muscle under the skin of the neck. However, facial gymnastics emphasizes so-called facial expression lines, such as laughter lines around the eyes, since pronounced muscles shine through the skin more intensively. It is advisable for women to avoid such gymnastics.
… there are good genes?
Partially. About 60 percent of appearance depends on our genes. In order to venture a glimpse into the future, it is worth taking a closer look at his parents. If the mother has hardly any wrinkles or the father has thick hair, there is a high probability that the children will also have these positive attributes later on. As a consolation for people whose parents are clearly going through the aging process: the remaining 40 percent can definitely be influenced through exercise, healthy eating and not drinking alcohol and cigarettes.
… hyaluronic acid in creams smoothes the skin ?
Doctors use the body’s own substance to fill wrinkles. When injected, the substance promotes the formation of new collagen and thus effectively combats wrinkles and crow’s feet. For creams, there is still no scientific evidence that the hyaluronic acid contained in them smoothes the skin. In order for the substance to have an effect, it needs a sufficient depth of effect. However, this cannot be achieved by superficial application to the skin. If the care product penetrated deeper, it would require a prescription and manufacturers would no longer be allowed to sell it on the open market.
… drinking a lot of water causes glowing skin?
Human skin consists of 80 percent water. Regular drinking increases blood circulation and activates the metabolism, which increases the skin’sTolfioowity and defenses. As a result, the skin looks rosier and fresher. On the other hand, if the body lacks water, the supplies in the skin cells in particular are reduced. Cracked, dry surface occurs. In addition, small creases appear quickly and the skin appears slack. It is therefore advisable to drink at least 1.5 liters of water every day.
… have wrinkles on your face injected with fat from your stomach?
In fact, there is a method where doctors inject autologous fat into the face. Wrinkles can also be eliminated on the hands in this way. Big advantage of the body’s own substance: There are no intolerances and the effect remains permanent. After the fat has been removed from the lower abdominal area, the tissue is processed using special filter systems. This allows the substance to be transplanted directly. In this way, an optimal rejuvenation of the skin can be achieved with natural and compatible material.
