What are forehead wrinkles and what causes them?
What are forehead wrinkles and what causes them?
Forehead wrinkles are an annoying side effect of aging that often pop up as you enter your 30s, 40s and 50s. Just like other wrinkles, they’re caused by a variety of different factors, including damage to your skin from sun exposure, your genetics and normal, natural changes to the chemical composition of your skin that occur as you age.
Is it normal to have forehead wrinkles at 25 years old?
So, while it’s not necessarily the norm, it’s not uncommon to have forehead wrinkles at 25. Wrinkles that appear at this age are likely down to a combination of genetics and strong brow muscles, both of which are largely out of your control. However, lifestyle factors may have made the situation worse.
When do wrinkles start appearing on your face?
In your 20s… Wrinkles can start popping up as soon as in your twenties. “When you’re 20, you’ll start seeing horizontal forehead lines. These appear on the mid- to upper forehead, and are caused by habitually raising the eyebrows,” says Dr. Howe. This doesn’t mean you should stop raising your eyebrows, obviously.
Is there a link between forehead wrinkles and heart disease risk?
In his recent, although unpublished, study, Dr. Esquirol suggested that the deeper the forehead wrinkles, the higher the risk of cardiovascular disease. The study, which followed women 30 to 60 years old, over the course of 20 years, found that “minimal to no wrinkled skin” (a score of “zero”) carried the lowest risk.
How to get rid of forehead wrinkles with massage?
But massage can also be used as a forehead wrinkle treatment. First, apply some type of oil to your forehead. We like coconut or olive oil for their healing properties. The oil is used primarily to prevent damaging friction and pulling during the massage. Gently massage your forehead with small, circular motions for 10 minutes.
How to get rid of forehead wrinkles with baking soda?
Add in the benefits of baking soda as an exfoliant and you’ve got a powerful recipe for forehead wrinkle treatment. All you need to make this treatment work is 2 teaspoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, a washcloth, and hot water. Here’s a step-by-step process to put these items to use.
Should you see a dermatologist about your forehead wrinkles?
According to board-certified dermatologist and founder of Entière Dermatology, Dr. Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, forehead wrinkles are one of the top skincare concerns among patients 25 and up. If you’re becoming increasingly concerned about your wrinkles, you might want to set up an appointment with your dermatologist.
