Mimic wrinkles – what is it, how to remove it, causes, remedies [top 5]

Mimic wrinkles are changes in the relief of the skin that form during the contraction of the facial muscles (superficial fine lines or deep furrows).

A distinctive feature of the mimic muscles of the face is that in addition to being attached to the bones of the facial skull, they are also attached to skin tissues and mucous membranes. Therefore, with their active reduction, characteristic creases appear on the skin of the face – mimic wrinkles. What is the difference between mimic wrinkles and age wrinkles? Age wrinkles are deep static creases that form on the skin due to loss of density, firmness and elasticity due to a decrease in the synthesis of natural collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.

• Crow’s feet (wrinkling of the outer corners of the eyes) often occurs in people who are visually impaired (nearsighted) who do not wear glasses and squint constantly. The skin around the eyes is the thinnest, most delicate and dry, as it is practically devoid of subcutaneous fat and sebaceous glands. Therefore, creases in this area appear faster than in other parts of the face.
• The brow crease appears due to the contraction of the muscles of the forehead and eyebrows when we frown. The more we frown, the better the skin in this area “remembers” its position – this is how visible creases between the eyebrows form.
• Nasolabial folds or marionette lines appear during smiling. Over the years, the tone of the circular muscle of the mouth weakens, the skin stretches and wrinkles appear in the area of ​​the nasolabial triangle.
• Wrinkles above the upper lip also appear when we use the orbicularis oculi muscle. During a conversation, manifestation of emotions, puffing on a cigarette, drawing liquid into the lips through a tube or from the throat of a bottle, the muscles stretch and compress the skin around the mouth – this is how vertical creases appear in the lip area over time. In the lip area, the skin is similar in structure to the skin around the eyes – it is also characterized by increased dryness and a tendency to early formation of wrinkles. 
• Wrinkles on the forehead form vertical and horizontal creases when we are surprised or angry. With age, the muscles in this area weaken, the skin loses its firmness and elasticity, fatty tissue is not properly distributed and characteristic furrows form.
• Horizontal wrinkles on the bridge of the nose are caused by the “proud” muscle, which is responsible for bringing the eyebrows together and lowering the bridge of the nose. She wrinkles her nose when we are unhappy with something.

1. The first mimic wrinkles are formed in the areas of muscle clamps: on the forehead, on the bridge of the nose, around the eyes and mouth. The speed of their manifestation depends on the nature of facial expressions: with pronounced mimic activity, wrinkles can form at a young age, as early as 20-25 years old. Over the years, the tone of mimic muscles is disturbed, and mimic creases take on a static character.
2. Bad habits are another reason for the appearance of facial wrinkles. For example, wrinkles around the lips, or as they are also called – smoker’s wrinkles – are formed during smoking, when the circular muscles of the face are in constant tone. 
3. Expression wrinkles can also be hereditary. Against the background of dry facial skin, with insufficient moisture, wrinkles may appear ahead of time. Also, the speed of their manifestation is influenced by the anatomical features of the structure of the face.
4. Frequent stress and chronic fatigue can also provoke the formation of creases on the face. With regular stress, the body releases the stress hormone cortisol, which inhibits the natural process of collagen synthesis, which is responsible for elasticity, tone and youthfulness of the skin.
5. Insufficient or improperly selected care can also cause the early appearance of facial wrinkles. If the composition of the cosmetic formula is not suitable for the type and needs of your skin, an allergic reaction may occur, accompanied by swelling of the skin tissues and the formation of creases. Dehydrated and dry skin also reacts to lack of hydration with dehydration lines, which are smoothed out when the skin’s moisture balance is replenished.
6. The negative impact of ultraviolet rays provokes photoaging of the skin. UVA and UVB rays reduce the production of natural collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in the skin, which provokes the appearance of premature wrinkles and age spots.

• Injections of butolotoxin (Botox, Xeomin, Dysport) relax certain groups of facial muscles, the intensity of their contractions decreases, wrinkles become less pronounced. If the folds on the face were shallow, then they are smoothed out over time in the absence of active facial expressions.
• Injections of preparations based on hyaluronic acid (hyaluronic fillers) help to fill even deep folds from the inside, replenishing the volume of the skin. In parallel, such preparations provide prolonged hydration of skin cells and prevent dehydration.
• Biorevitalization is an injection technique for skin rejuvenation and eliminates wrinkles of different depths. A special composition based on hyaluonic acid is introduced under the skin by means of microinjections, which intensively moisturizes the skin and evens out the relief of the face.
• Deep and superficial peels will also help to get rid of shallow mimic wrinkles. They work to accelerate the renewal of the epidermis, due to which the tone and relief of the face are evened out.
• Vector lifting is another technique for getting rid of wrinkles, which has the effect of a surgical facelift. The correction procedure with a special preparation allows you to restore skin elasticity and a clear oval of the face. 

1. If mimic wrinkles are provoked by insufficient hydration (dryness or dehydration of the skin), then the hyaluronic serum-filler of prolonged action Liftactiv Supreme (Liftaktiv Suprim) will help correct the situation. It helps to reduce wrinkles and dehydration creases, restore the loss of skin volume and moisturize it for a long time. The product is suitable for skin care in the eye area.

Ingredients of Liftactiv Supreme Serum-Filler:

• Hyaluronic acid (low molecular weight + high molecular weight) provides prolonged skin hydration, protects it from transepidermal moisture loss.
• Antioxidant Vitamin C helps skin cells fight oxidative stress, helping to even out skin tone and improve radiance.
• Vichy Volcanic Thermal Water helps to restore, protect, soothe the skin and provide it with extra moisture.

2. If mimic wrinkles are provoked by constant stress and fatigue, try Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Revitalizing Serum Concentrate (Mineral 89 Probiotic Fractions). The product restores and strengthens the skin’s protective barrier, increasing the skin’s resistance to stress factors, smoothes fine lines, adds radiance and evens out skin tone, increasing its elasticity.

The composition of the Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Serum Concentrate formula:

• The probiotic fraction helps strengthen the skin’s protective barrier.
• An antioxidant vitamin helps fight the effects of oxidative stress on the skin.
• Vichy Volcanic Thermal Water helps to restore, protect, soothe the skin and provide it with extra moisture.
• Hyaluronic acid helps to smooth the skin texture, provides long-lasting hydration.

3. The complex action serum with vitamin B3 against pigmentation and wrinkles Liftactiv Specialist (Liftaktiv Specialist) will help to cope with the signs of photoaging. The formula of the product globally affects melanogenesis and collagen synthesis in the skin.

Ingredients of the Liftactiv Specialist serum formula:

• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) helps reduce the visibility of age spots and soothes the skin.
• Peeling complex with glycolic acid promotes intensive exfoliation of dead cells and skin renewal.
• Antioxidant Vitamin C helps skin cells fight oxidative stress, helping to even out skin tone and improve radiance.
• Peptides Collagen Specialist (Collagen Specialist) intensively moisturize the skin, preventing its dehydration.

4. Anti-wrinkle care cream for skin elasticity SPF * 30 / PPD 17,5 Liftactiv Supreme (Liftaktiv Suprim) will help correct wrinkles and protect the skin from photoaging.

Ingredients of Liftactiv Supreme Day Cream formula:

• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) helps reduce the visibility of age spots and soothes the skin.
• Plant sugar mannose promotes deep hydration of the skin, helps to enhance cell regeneration.
• Micro-hyaluronic acid provides prolonged hydration, prevents dryness and dehydration of the skin.
• SPF 30/PPD 17,5 protects the skin from the negative effects of UVA and UVB radiation, preventing photoaging.

5. If you have crow’s feet, then use the cream-care to smooth mimic wrinkles on the skin around the eyes Liftactiv Supreme (Liftaktiv Suprim).

Liftactiv Supreme eye cream formula contains:

• Rhamnose helps to strengthen the skin, helps to retain moisture in the cells.
• Caffeine helps reduce puffiness, is an antioxidant and prevents the negative effects of free radicals on the skin.
• Vichy Volcanic Thermal Water helps to restore, protect, soothe the skin and provide it with extra moisture.

• Always cleanse your skin before bed with a cleanser according to your skin type. Don’t forget to moisturize. Use moisturizing products even if you have oily skin type.
• Give up bad habits. Lead a healthy lifestyle, exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet.
• Get enough sleep.
• Do a facial massage on your own and do gymnastics to train your facial muscles. The beautician will tell you the correct massage movements and exercises.
• Give up the habit of sleeping with your face in your pillow.
• Use sunscreen before going outside.
• Try to be as stress-free as possible.