There are no Substitutes for the Surgical Face Lift

You may have seen so called “face lift” in a jar products sold in department stores by expensive cosmetic companies. These magic potions come in small jars, gilded with gold, and emblazoned with scientific sounding ingredients such as sea kelp extract, collagen, and royal jelly. While it looks good, and sounds convincing, these products are generally a waste of money and nothing more than glorified moisturizers. While some may seem to show a miniscule improvement in the elasticity of the skin and the appearance of wrinkles, if they truly were as miraculous as their bottles claimed, wouldn’t more people be using them? And wouldn’t celebrities and models stop covering their faces when the paparazzi catch them off guard?

The main reason that lotions and creams can’t fight the signs of ageing is that much of what happens goes on internally. Genetics, how expressive a person is, personal habits such as smoking, and overall health will be the greatest determiners of what happens to our skin. The biggest external threats that we have control over are the sun and basic cleanliness and moisturizing. A good sunscreen, quality face wash, and a bit of cream will go further to keeping your skin younger and fresher than any $300 vial of serum. Diet is another way to help keep a clear complexion. And the best part of using food as an age fighter is that even if you don’t get the anticipated results, you’ll still be overall healthier and fitter.

While over-the-counter creams may not work, there are some wrinkle fighters can make a noticeable difference, such as retinol, which is a chemical that peels away the topmost surface layers of skin, revealing the unblemished cells beneath. When used regularly, it may be able to diminish fine lines and prevent deeper ones from developing. Chemical peels performed by a professional, as well as laser skin resurfacing and injectable fillers, are other procedures that can treat skin problems that cause ageing. It is important to identify the main areas you’d like to address first, however, before settling on a course of treatment. Someone who wants to improve skin tone will have different needs than a person who wants to reduce wrinkles.

While there are many options other than pricey lotions that can help smooth out your complexion, if your problem is sagging skin, especially in the neck and chin area, a face lift is likely the best option. In order to tighten the underlying tissue and muscle, surgery is the only viable option that can create a noticeable improvement. A face lift actually won’t remove many wrinkles, but rather removes excess skin and ensures that the skin won’t sag any further. In order to get the best anti-ageing treatment possible, it is important to consult with cosmetic experts such as plastic surgeons or dermatologists to help determine a combination of procedures that will give you the best possible outcome. Independent research can also help you determine which procedures you’re interested in learning more about.