Smokers’ Lines – Treatments for Upper Lip Lines and Wrinkles

Upper lip lines or smokers lines are caused by a combination of factors related to aging, lifestyle, and environmental influences:

As we age, our skin naturally loses collagen and elastin, proteins that provide elasticity and support to the skin. This loss of elasticity leads to the formation of wrinkles and fine lines, including those around the upper lip. The skin’s ability to produce collagen decreases by about 1% per year after age 20, contributing to the development of these lines.

Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can significantly damage the skin and accelerate the aging process. UV radiation breaks down collagen and elastin fibers, making the skin more susceptible to wrinkling. The upper lip area is particularly vulnerable to sun damage, which can lead to the formation of vertical lines.

Repeated facial expressions, such as smiling, frowning, or pursing the lips, can lead to the development of lines and wrinkles over time. The constant folding of the skin due to these expressions, combined with the loss of skin elasticity, contributes to the formation of upper lip lines.

While not exclusive to smokers, smoking is a significant contributor to the development of upper lip wrinkles. The repeated pursing of the lips when smoking and the harmful chemicals in tobacco smoke can damage the skin and accelerate the formation of lines. Nicotine in cigarettes also deprives the skin of antioxidants, oxygen, and nutrients.

Volumising treatments, or Dermal fillers, offer a highly effective, non-surgical solution for smoothing upper lip lines. These volumising treatments utilise a naturally occurring substance, HA, which is already present in your body and crucial for maintaining skin hydration. When injected precisely into the upper lip lines and lip border, the HA filler plumps the area from within, attracting and retaining water. This results in a smoother, fuller appearance, significantly reducing the visibility of wrinkles.

The versatility of dermal fillers extends beyond upper lip lines. They can effectively treat a wide range of concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, scars, and depressions in various areas of the face and body, such as the brows, cheeks, forehead, hands, jawline, lips, mouth corners, temples, and under-eye area.

The longevity of results varies depending on several factors, including the type of filler used, your individual skin condition, and your skincare routine. Typically, you can expect results to last from six months to a year. To maintain optimal results, touch-up treatments may be recommended once the signs of aging begin to reappear.

Anti-wrinkle injections provide a non-surgical solution for reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles around the mouth and other areas of the face. This treatment temporarily blocks the nerve signals responsible for muscle contractions. By inhibiting these signals, the muscles relax, leading to a smoothing of existing lines and a reduction in the formation of new ones. This targeted muscle relaxation effectively minimises the appearance of wrinkles, including those often referred to as “smoker’s lines” around the upper lip.

This treatment is highly versatile, addressing fine lines and wrinkles in various areas of the face, including the forehead, eyebrows, nose, around the mouth and lips, cheeks, and even the neck. While you can resume your normal activities immediately after the treatment, the full effects typically become noticeable within 4-10 days. The results generally last for approximately 3-4 months, after which a follow-up treatment may be recommended to maintain the desired improvement. Anti-wrinkle injections can be used alone or in conjunction with dermal fillers for even more comprehensive results.

These remove the top layers of skin, revealing smoother skin beneath and stimulating collagen production. We offer many different types of peels including Jessner Peels, TCA Peels, Salicylic Peels, VI Peels and Vitamin A Peels, give our friendly Registered Nurses a call today to book an appointment and understand which peel may suit you best.

This technique stimulates collagen production and can help reduce the appearance of fine lines. We offer both the latest Genius RF Microneedling as well as Dermapen Skin Needling.

It’s important to note that the most suitable treatment will depend on the individual’s specific concerns, skin type, and desired outcomes. Consulting with a Registered Nurse from The Cosmetic Studio Noosa is crucial for determining the best approach for your circumstances.