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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Lip Wrinkles https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:53:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Carol on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354490 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:36:00 +0000 Carol 2354490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oil free sunscreen for me, daily. I also dab leftover eye cream there, after I do my eyes. A gua sha stone is worth a try. I also religiously slather natural lip balm on my lips many times a day, which is connected to that area.  Janet on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354480 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:19:02 +0000 Janet 2354480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have this problem too. It drives me nuts. Not a smoker and never was much of one even when I was young, but the lines are hereditary, as my mom had them too. I would consider some procedure to help lessen them, along with something to soften the marionette lines around my mouth, and boy do I wish there were a nonsurgical solution for my jawline. I don’t have a lot of patience for complicated routines or expensive products that don’t have proven results. My dermatologist did give me a referral for a cosmetic consult, so I may do that later this spring. He did freeze a couple of spots of hyperpigmentation — one from my neck, and one from the bridge of my nose that I have had forever! I’m amazed at how much better it looks now and wonder why we never did that sooner. Turns out I had to tell him it bothers me. LOL Star (Lise) on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354467 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:06:11 +0000 Star (Lise) 2354467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks AndieB, interesting about BBL.  Glad it worked for you.  Something to consider.  I will be curious how the microneedling works out.   I hate needles though so not sure I could stand it.  BrieN Thanks.  also interesting about the Nira.  There are negative and positive comments on line.  It is so true that we do not see changes to our reflection that we look at every day.   BrieN on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354405 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 23:19:59 +0000 BrieN 2354405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ As another with sensitive skin I am also (so far) unable to use vitamin C. But I do really well with retinol. I bought a Nira home laser last year that I I’ve used mostly around my eyes but also around my mouth and other spots. I thought I saw improvement over time with lip wrinkles but then my daughter (who I hadn’t seen for a while) asked if I’d gotten a lip lift which lol makes me think the laser did make a change. I still have one stubborn line but I’m taking a laser break before some upcoming stuff. AndiB on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354382 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 17:42:25 +0000 AndiB 2354382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Echoing Kets comments about an Aesthetician I got a BBL treatment a few years ago, and have another round of three scheduled starting next month. That’s amazing generally for skin, and I need to do it annually. But the aesthetician recommended micro-needling for the lip lines. She said it’s amazing. I bit. Will start a round of three of those come May when the bbl course is done. I’m committed to investing in my face skin, intending to age gracefully … but interventions as I can! I do all the things, too like tretenoin (there is a break in period where your skin might flake and burn, but that passes) which I actually keep away from lips but after over ten years of consistent use my skin has never looked better. Hoping the micro needle helps with lips! Star (Lise) on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354376 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:40:06 +0000 Star (Lise) 2354376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ April Yes those vertical lines above the lips.  Now I even have one starting below the lip.  Not on the actual lips.  I think you are quite right about low levels of estrogen being a culprit as these only appeared after I turned 50.  I eat beans or lentils daily.  I am aware that even some carb foods like oats and rice have protein so not too worried about that, thanks for confirming.  Jules Interesting comment about retinol and Vit C.  Thanks for that! BJ1111 I will do.  I am curious about RF working for the lip area.  Please let us know too.  I too gave up straws.  Interesting coupled with microneedling... bj1111 on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354367 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:41:09 +0000 bj1111 2354367@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You highlighted on or the things that I’m sensitive about I’ve given up straws! Hyaluoric acid laced products. Altreno is a particularly gentle prescription product. Murad does a retinol in a green bottle that is also really gentle I did some micro needling coupled with rf frequency. Great for my saggy chin, still waiting for lip effect If you find something that works a treat, do share April on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354364 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:12:21 +0000 April 2354364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Are we talking about those "purse strings" vertical lines above the top lip, or the lips themselves? I too had always understood those lines to be aided and abetted by decreasing levels of estrogen. Per Ket's note on protein, I remind my fellow vegetarians that any whole grain plus any seed, nut, or bean is a complete protein.  Helena on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354363 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 12:31:49 +0000 Helena 2354363@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Not a fix by any means, but the Clarins lip perfector glosses do a good job of smoothing things out a little Jules on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354357 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:07:34 +0000 Jules 2354357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Vitamin C can definitely be an irritant, I wouldn’t discount retinol because of a reaction to C. Star (Lise) on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354342 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 02:48:46 +0000 Star (Lise) 2354342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Ket for the detailed information!  Lots of food for thought. Irina thank you for the recommendation.  I will look out for it.   Irina on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354332 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:30:56 +0000 Irina 2354332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have dry lips and tried a number of products. I found one that works for me and it seems, makes my lips less wrinkly. <div>It’s by Tatcha, The Kissu Lip Mask. I apply it nightly. My lips look more plump in the morning. But it’s not a cure. Unfortunately, only injectables are capable to deliver a lasting impact. </div> Ket on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354294 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 16:03:35 +0000 Ket 2354294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I deep dive and research a lot. Here are ideas. One note: a person will likely need to do more than one thing from the list below to see things shift. However, I do find it simplest to start with one, observe my response, then add things as I go. I do 3-4 things from this list myself. 1. Do you regularly see an esthetician? Or see one at all? This can be one of the biggest, most important things one can do. I used to have severe cystic acne. I started seeing an esthetician and have seen her now for nearly 15 years. It’s worth it. Not all estheticians are great or a fit for someone. A bit of trial and error? Mine does work remotely if you want her information. I stand by seeing an esthetician. 2. Protein, particularly animal protein. I know you’re a vegetarian so I don’t share this to offend <3 Veggies are great but they are only one leg of a three-legged stool. Collagen in our skin is made up of particular types of protein. As we age our stomach acid can slowly decrease. (Due to declining sex hormones and many other factors including accumulated toxins, stress, how much joy we take in life, etc.) This makes it more difficult to digest and absorb nutrients, including and especially protein. Animal hydrolyzed collagen has the most research and results. Either way, I would definitely look at gut health and protein consumption. If you can consume eggs and even fish, it will help. They make a marine hydrolyzed collagen that is well absorbed if fish isn’t an issue. Just make sure the brand has third party independent testing. collagen can carry heavy metals, which we don’t want. 3. hyaluronic acid. HA provides deep hydration. There are several factors with absorption, including molecular weight. This is where I would search out esthetician grade brands. I don’t use drugstore products for many reasons. One that I can recommend is Dr. Esthe’s Hyal Moisture Solution. It’s an HA serum. It’s highly touted by the anti aging estheticians I follow including Christine Byer and Jeanna of Art of Skincare. It’s pricey! But it should last a very long time. I. e. one does not need to use multiple full dropper-fills all over the face like Instagram influencers. 4. Facial massage, particularly intra-oral massage. This technique from Christine Byer is AMAZING! If you are storing a lot of tension in your mouth it could hurt some when you massage and release. Don’t push the pain. Go lighter if needed. But I would try doing it daily for 1-2 weeks (even 30 days) and see what happens. <a href="https://youtu.be/setPHIMEZeA?si=5Ph5vxNjJHaCqeGc" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/setPHIMEZeA?si=5Ph5vxNjJHaCqeGc</a> 5. Dermaroll. Also known as micro needling. It hurts around the mouth due to all the nerve endings and thinner skin. You’ll probably need to use a numbing cream. Also, I would start with a .15mm or .25mm needle then slowly work up to a deeper depth needle. (Don’t go above .05mm to .075mm on face without professional supervision.) can’t find the video again, but I stumbled across a woman in her 70s who completely reversed smokers’ mouth using a derma roller on her lips. You need to be meticulous with disinfecting the roller and your skin with rubbing alcohol. You can also have it performed by an esthetician or dermatologist. This how-to is from a master esthetician. <a href="https://youtu.be/4hqOOBciaQc?si=FExW8BCrmZWcrzCC" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/4hqOOBciaQc?si=FExW8BCrmZWcrzCC</a> 6. Red light therapy. Lots of options though I wouldn’t go too cheap or you may not be getting real red light wavelengths. I haven’t specially researched about its results with mouth lines. But it is used for rebuilding collagen, reducing depth of wrinkles, evening skin tone, removing hyperpigmentation, and more. Hope that helps <3 Star (Lise) on "Lip Wrinkles" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lip-wrinkles#post-2354286 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:39:01 +0000 Star (Lise) 2354286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hi Everyone Firstly I am not sure if this should be off topic or not.  I want to know if any of you can share how you have minimised lip wrinkles without going the injectables route.  I have not been a smoker for over 20 years but prior to that I did for a long time.  I am a vegetarian and eat a variety of vegetables daily.  My lip wrinkles are getting more prominent and no lotions and potions seem to help.  I believe sleeping on my side is not helping but I struggle to sleep on my back.    I have a very sensitive skin and doubt that I can use retinol because even vitamin c products have made me flare up and blotchy in the past.  I am prone to break outs with heavier creams.  I think there really is not an answer but any guidance will be helpful. Thanks in advance.