Debunking 4 of the Most Common Myths About Wrinkles

Our skin loses volume and elasticity as we age, resulting in wrinkles. It's common to feel self-conscious about them, especially if they make us look older than we feel. People often spend a lot of money on skincare, injections or surgery to prevent or treat wrinkles.

It can be hard to know what information about wrinkles is true and what's just a way to get people to spend more money. Here are five myths about wrinkles debunked.

Myth #1: Moisturising Prevents Wrinkles

You may have heard that moisturising can prevent wrinkles. That's actually not true. Moisturising may make your skin look and feel more hydrated, but it doesn't prevent wrinkles. Still, it might help reduce its noticeable appearance.

The main problem with moisturising to prevent wrinkles is that it implies that wrinkles result from dry skin. They're not. Instead, wrinkles are the result of the skin losing elasticity. You can see this in pictures of people with different levels of wrinkles that I've collected. The older people get, the less elasticity their skin has.

Myth #2: The Best Wrinkle Treatments Are Expensive

It may be tempting to assume that the more expensive a product, the better it is. But this isn't always true.

Many drug store products are just as good as more expensive products. It's important to remember that the main difference between skincare brands is that some are just paying for a marketing campaign and packaging.

When you're looking for anti-ageing products, knowing what ingredients to look for and how to use them can help you find the best treatments without breaking the bank.

Myth #3: There's Only One Perfect Anti-Ageing Skincare Routine

While there are universal anti-ageing skincare products, everyone has different skin concerns. This means that there isn't actually a perfect skincare routine.

If you're looking for a skincare routine, the most important thing is to find out what works for you. This doesn't mean testing out every product you see. Instead, it means figuring out your skin needs and trying to meet them. A skincare routine that's right for your friend or family may not work for you.

One thing to remember is that skincare doesn't have to be a long, complicated process. For example, washing your face at night and using sunscreen are the only things you need to do to prevent wrinkles.

Myth #4: Wrinkles Are Hereditary

You may have heard that wrinkles are hereditary. While it's true that wrinkles have a genetic component, it isn't necessarily true that you'll get the same wrinkles as your parents or siblings.

Smile lines are one example of this. They often run in the family, but they aren't necessarily visible to everyone in the family. Genetics doesn't always determine whether a person will get wrinkles. How they treat their skin and how they age matters more.

Conclusion

There's so much misinformation about wrinkles it's hard to know what to believe. But there are some things you can count on. Washing your face, using sunscreen and avoiding sun exposure are the only things you need to do to prevent wrinkles. Anything else is optional.

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