It happens to all of us—we look in the mirror one morning, and suddenly notice lines that didn’t seem to be there the day before.
The panic you feel afterwards is normal, along with the urge to google “fast wrinkle treatments” But before you commit to a single solution, we ask you to take a moment and think about every possible option for your wrinkle solutions.
At Spa 29, we want everyone to find the best solution for their wrinkles, whether they chose to become our patient or not. That is why we’ve created this ultimate wrinkle guide: to help you identify the source of your wrinkles and understand your options for correcting them.
Step 1 | Take a Moment
It’s normal to panic when you first see wrinkles, but it’s important to keep in mind that wrinkles are completely natural. While many people deem wrinkles “unattractive,” you are the one who decides what makes you feel beautiful. But at Spa 29, we’re here to help you feel confident in your beauty, no matter what that looks like.
Once you’ve taken a moment to breathe and relax, then you can look back in the mirror and identify the kind of wrinkles you are seeing. This will help you find the cause of the wrinkles so you can find an effective and lasting solution.
Step 2 | Identify Your Wrinkles
Botox is one of the most widely known wrinkle solutions in the world, but it’s important to realize it is not the ultimate solution. There are many wrinkle treatments for different types of wrinkles, so googling “Botox near St. Simons Island” won’t show you all your options.
There are 2 main types of wrinkles: static wrinkles and dynamic wrinkles.
Static Wrinkles
Static wrinkles are consistent lines that stay on your face when your facial muscles are tensed and relaxed. These wrinkles are caused by laxity, or looseness, in the skin from decreased amounts of structural proteins like collagen and elastin.
Dynamic Wrinkles
Dynamic wrinkles are caused by repeated muscle movement and only appear when you move your facial muscles, making your natural facial expressions.
The Wrinkle Test
The best way to find out what type of wrinkles you have is to meet with a licensed provider, but if you are curious, you can do a simple test at home.
All you need to do is look in the mirror and completely relax your face. Look closely to see if you find any wrinkles or lines. Then, make your natural facial expressions—frowning, smiling, squinting, and more. With each expression, take note of where you see any lines or wrinkles. If some lines appear when you make certain expressions, but disappear when your face is relaxed, then those are most likely dynamic wrinkles. If lines are visible when your face is relaxed and tensed, then those are most likely static wrinkles.
Step 3 | Consider Your Options
Like we said—searching “Botox near St. Simons Island, GA” will not show you your full list of options for correcting your wrinkles. But you can find so many solutions for all types of wrinkles. Here are the solutions we offer at Spa 29, and what kind of wrinkles they treat.
Emface Facial Contouring
Emface is a state-of-the-art treatment that combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with HIFES (high-intensity facial electro stimulation) energy to address static wrinkles. The RF energy produces heat to trigger increased collagen and elastin production within your skin, while the HIFES energy increases lift within your features by causing thousands of contractions in your facial muscles. This stimulation gives your muscles the workout of a lifetime, improving the quality of the muscle and creating a more lifted, youthful complexion.
Exion Skin Rejuvenation
The Exion skin rejuvenation applicator combines radiofrequency and ultrasound, using thermal energy to improve your body’s production of collagen and elastin. This helps to address static wrinkles, as these 2 proteins work to repair and strengthen your skin’s cellular structure, returning the elasticity to your skin.
RF Microneedling
RF microneedling is another transformative treatment that combines radiofrequency with traditional microneedling. Microneedling has been used for years to improve collagen and elastin production, but when combined with radiofrequency, the benefits for your skin multiply. RF microneedling can correct a number of skin concerns, but focuses primarily on wrinkles and loose skin.
Tempsure
Tempsure uses advanced radiofrequency technology to deliver heat deep into your skin. This treatment can be used on both your face and body to address a number of aesthetic concerns, but it can address static wrinkles and skin laxity when applied to your face.
Botox
If your wrinkles are dynamic, we offer wrinkle relaxers like Botox near St. Simons Island, GA. Botox uses a small, refined dose of a neurotoxin called Botulinum A to temporarily limit the movement within small, specific muscles within your face. This allows the muscles to relax without preventing you from making your natural facial expressions, stopping dynamic wrinkles from forming. We also offer Xeomin, which works similarly to Botox, but might offer more noticeable results if you’ve used wrinkle relaxers before.
Filler
Filler is an injectable like Botox, but instead of relaxing the wrinkles that cause dynamic wrinkles, it uses a hyaluronic-acid based gel to fill the area under your skin. That creates volume and smooths out static wrinkles caused by loose skin. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance made by your body, and it both helps your skin retain moisture and increases your body’s production of collagen and elastin. That means that after filler delivers instant results, you will be able to enjoy them for a long time.
Step 4 | Research Your Provider
Anyone can research “Botox near St. Simons Island, GA” and book an appointment with the first listed provider, but the first provider may not always be the best provider. Before scheduling an appointment for any wrinkle treatment, it’s important to look at these factors:
- Is the provider licensed?
- Do they offer options for your treatment?
- Do they have materials available to help educate you about treatment?
- Is their practice led by a medical doctor? Is that doctor in the building every day?
- Look at their website. Does it look professionally made? Does it include images of their practice, or stock images? Is the content well written without errors?
- Take a look at their reviews. Are they mostly positive, or negative? What are common complaints patients have with this practice?
- Do they have plenty of before & afters? Are they willing and happy to show you their before & after photos?
Asking these questions can help you find an educated provider that will deliver safe and effective results for treatments like Botox near St. Simons Island, GA. They can also help you choose a provider that fits your personality and makes you feel comfortable and cared for.
Step 5 | Establish a SkinCare Routine
Resolving your wrinkles takes more than in-office treatments—it also requires a dedicated at-home skincare routine. When you find a trusted provider, they will be able to help you find the best products for your specific skin type. As a starting place, every skincare routine should include these steps in the morning and the evening:
Morning Routine
- Cleanser
- Antioxidant Cream/Serum
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen
Evening Routine
- Makeup Remover
- Cleanser
- Moisturizer
- Night Cream
The Importance of Sunscreen
While it is only applied during the day, sunscreen is the most important aspect of your skincare routine. The sun emits UV radiation, which damages the fibroblasts that are responsible for creating collagen and elastin—the building blocks for smooth, youthful, and stretchy skin. When you expose your skin to UV radiation, even in small amounts, it can speed up the aging process in your skin, causing you to develop wrinkles and fine lines sooner.
Your provider can help you find the best sunscreen for your skin type, but many dermatologists and doctors recommend using a minimum of SPF 30 sunscreen, even when you are spending most of your days indoors or are outside on a cloudy day. They also recommend reapplying sunscreen every 2 to 3 hours, since it can wear off throughout the day.
While the best way to correct wrinkles and fine lines is with in-office treatments like Botox near St. Simons Island, GA, the best way to prevent more wrinkles from forming is by protecting your skin with skincare products like sunscreen.
Step 6 | Schedule an Appointment
Once you have identified what kind of wrinkles you are targeting, discovered your options for treatment, found a provider, and established a skincare routine, then you are ready to schedule an appointment! Whether or not you choose Spa 29, your provider should be able to accommodate you by offering booking online or by phone, allowing you to get the treatment you need to feel confident in your body.
Think we’re the team for you?
We’re always happy to welcome new patients, whether they are looking for hormone therapy, laser hair removal, or even Botox in St. Simons Island, GA. You can either use our treatment planning tool or schedule an in-person consultation to find your best options to correct your wrinkles.
