Marionette wrinkles: what are they + 25 ways to remove them

Marionette wrinkles - what are they?

What are “marionette lines”? These are deep folds that run from the corners of the mouth to the chin, giving the face a sad expression. That’s why they are also called “folds of grief.” But even without this it already sounds sad. Remember the marionette doll? So these wrinkles are named after her because her mouth is separate from her head.

Don't you like this comparison? Then we’ll tell you in order how to get rid of these wrinkles and prevent their appearance.

Popular questions

Is it true that the presence of wrinkles and the time of their occurrence are determined by genetics?

Not really. Heredity can have its say, but as Coco Chanel used to say, “at 50 you have the face you deserve.” In other words, the leading role belongs to care, lifestyle and ecology.

Are wrinkles a consequence of age-related changes?

Not necessary. Neglecting UV protection products and the habit of leaving makeup on overnight will lead to the formation of wrinkles much earlier than the age-appropriate time.

Does oily skin age slower?

Let's just say that on thin and dry skin, wrinkles appear earlier, but this does not mean that those with oily skin can take a breath and neglect the rules of facial care.

How does smoking affect the skin?

It has been observed that a smoker, on average, has 10 times more wrinkles than a non-smoker.

If you give up the habit of smiling, won't wrinkles appear around your mouth?

They will appear, since only Botox in shock doses can completely immobilize facial muscles, and it will not give a 100% guarantee. And a bad mood and depression will only contribute to the deterioration of your appearance. So smile more often, ladies!

Mechanism of formation of marionette wrinkles

They usually begin to appear at the age of thirty and older, when the elasticity of the skin and muscle tone of the face decrease. A lot depends on the condition of the skin - if it is dry and thin, then wrinkles are more likely to appear on it. “Folds of grief” are formed by labiomental skin folds. As we age, the subcutaneous fat in the nose and lip area becomes thinner, causing the tissue to sag, resulting in a puppet-like facial expression. However, age is not the only reason for the appearance of unwanted lines around the mouth.

Causes of marionette wrinkles

When marionette wrinkles appear depends on many factors: skin type, heredity, cosmetics used, activity of facial expressions. The reasons for the formation of marionette wrinkles also include:

• malocclusion or missing chewing teeth;
• sudden weight loss;
• menopause;
• UV radiation, which leads to dry skin;
• unhealthy lifestyle, alcohol abuse, smoking;
• gravitational ptosis, characterized by drooping of the soft tissues of the face.

Even some professions where you have to specifically strain the muscles of the mouth can lead to the formation of these wrinkles. For example, playing wind instruments.

Smoking negatively affects the entire body. The condition of the skin of the face and the appearance of “folds of grief” are no exception. This is due to the fact that toxic substances enter the body with smoke, and the process itself leads to dehydration. As a result, there are not enough nutrients, but there is an abundance of toxic ones.

Facelift with plastic surgery

The most pronounced and long-term effect is provided by surgical facial skin tightening. Its turn comes at the age of 50-60, when other methods no longer have the same effectiveness. To cope with marionette wrinkles and rejuvenate the oval of the face, you can:

• circular lift;
• raising the corners of the mouth;
• resection of the depressor muscle, which pulls the corners of the lips down.

Excision of part of the muscle tissue solves the problem

Depending on the situation, one type of operation or a complex intervention is performed with excision of excess tissue, cheek lift and other surgical procedures. Such an intervention requires a long recovery period of several months, but repeated correction will not be needed in the next 5-10 years. Especially if you combine plastic surgery with cosmetic procedures.

The cost of the operation starts from 50,000 rubles.

Salon methods of disposal

Now they offer various procedures to remove and smooth out wrinkles. However, how effective and safe are they?

1. Botulinum therapy. Botulinum toxin type A is injected into the muscle tissue, which relaxes the muscles and, as a result, smooths out wrinkles. The effect may last only two to five months.
   But what will you get as a “bonus”? Often women find it difficult to express their emotions; their face simply becomes immobilized. It’s impossible to tell whether they are sad, happy or don’t care right now. This happens because botulinum toxin does not relax, but paralyzes the muscle! In addition, since the needle damages blood vessels, bruises and hematomas become an integral part of this procedure.

   And these are just some of the unpleasant consequences. You can read more about the procedure in our article about Botox.

2. Plasma therapy. The doctor takes the patient's blood from a vein, places it in a centrifuge, where the blood is centrifuged to produce platelet-rich plasma. This procedure is carried out to activate the restoration processes and saturate the skin with nutrients. To achieve the effect you need to attend 2-4 procedures. This procedure is not recommended for people with blood diseases, cancer and autoimmune diseases, as well as pregnant women. In general, we advise even healthy people to refrain from going to cosmetologists. Complications may also appear here in the form of swelling, red spots, bruises, which the specialist is unlikely to inform you about. There is a high probability of autoinfection if the blood contains viral cells.
3. Contour plastic. This is a minimally invasive procedure during which hyaluronic acid fillers are injected under the skin. They fill and smooth out wrinkles, evening out the skin. These gels come with short and long biodegradation periods. On average, the effect of the procedure lasts about six months. After the procedure, you may feel severe pain. Swelling and hematomas may appear.
   Tissue inflammation is also one of the most common consequences of the procedure. This is how they react to an external stimulus. In some cases, you can also notice migration of the gel under the skin.

   In general, it’s better to read the reviews of girls on the Internet yourself, and not on the pages of cosmetologists. You will be very surprised at the real results they get.

4. Hardware techniques.
   • These include, for example, radio wave lifting (RF lifting). How is the procedure done? The doctor applies high-frequency current to the skin, heating it. This improves skin tone and creates a lifting effect.

   Ultrasonic lifting is practically no different from radio wave lifting. The only difference is how deep the ultrasound penetrates. It reaches the subcutaneous tissues, which are deeper. However, it cannot be said that it is better than the first procedure.

5. Thermage differs from the radio wave lifting procedure in that it has a higher temperature (up to 60°C).
6. ELOS rejuvenation. This procedure combines optical and electrical energy.

Hardware methods have contraindications: oncology, rosacea, infectious diseases, hypertension, epilepsy, pregnancy, diabetes and many others. You also need to be aware of the possible consequences. This can be burns, the appearance of subcutaneous adhesions, and even the opposite effect - a decrease in collagen production. As a result, the skin begins to sag more actively.

7. Laser procedures. The effect is achieved by penetrating the laser into the deep layers of the skin, where it stimulates collagen production. As a result, the skin becomes thicker and wrinkles are smoothed out.
   • SMOOTH-rejuvenation. This is a fairly quick procedure. Especially suitable for people who do not have a lot of free time.

   Erbium rejuvenation or “cold” grinding is actively used to smooth out wrinkles and small scars.

Laser treatments are not as perfect as they seem. The next day after the session, you can find ichor on your face. This is the fluid that leaks from small wounds. It may be purulent. After it has flowed out, a crust forms on the face, which will heal for about a month. And in order for it to heal properly, you need to select suitable care. Is this procedure worth the money and your patience? Other side effects may also occur: redness, swelling, peeling, darkening of the skin. If you neglect the list of contraindications, then people suffering from rosacea may develop persistent erythema, which will remain with them for months and years.

Why do jowls appear on the face?

It's probably easiest to blame the deformation entirely on age and gravity (yes, gravity makes your face droop).

Indeed, these are the dominant reasons.

But besides them, other factors also influence the intensity of the distortion of proportions. And if you are powerless before the law of universal gravitation, then you can well influence these aspects:

Excess weight

Excess fatty tissue on the face, as well as on the body, does not just look unaesthetic. Over time, the skin on the cheeks of obese people sags more intensely than that of their slimmer peers. This does not mean that you need to urgently and dramatically lose weight. The amount of fat will actually decrease. But there is a risk of developing a new problem in the form of folds of sagging skin. Lose extra pounds gradually and, if possible, under the supervision of a nutritionist.

“Harmful” professions and hobbies

At risk are people whose lifestyle or professional activities involve prolonged head tilt (massage therapists, manicurists, seamstresses, smartphone lovers). This position is dangerous due to overstrain of the neck muscles and compression of blood vessels. And this leads to premature sagging of the skin on the face. If you find yourself on the list, think about how to neutralize the “costs of harmful production.” Take frequent breaks and stretch to relax your muscles.

Lifestyle

Smoking, alcohol, overeating, unbalanced diet, sedentary work, uncontrolled use of medications - all this does not have the best effect on the overall health and skin. Comments are unnecessary here: even schoolchildren know what a disregard for oneself leads to.

Loss of teeth

An irresponsible attitude towards oral health (delayed treatment, tooth extraction) leads to deformation of the gums, sunken cheeks and, ultimately, distorts the natural relief. Meet with your dentist more often!

Hormonal imbalance

Pregnancy and menopause are often accompanied by sudden surges in hormones. Such “swings” can also ruin the skin. Find a good endocrinologist who will give practical recommendations.

As you can see, your face has every reason to blur ahead of time. Therefore, task No. 1 is to do everything to prevent this. And the sooner you start the fight, the more effective and durable the result will be. After all, as you age, it will become increasingly difficult to remove jowls, wrinkles and a tired look from your face.

Now you can see this for yourself.

Surgical methods for eliminating wrinkles

Plastic surgeons recommend a facelift procedure—either a full circumferential facelift or a lower third facelift.

How is the operation performed? The surgeon moves the skin and muscle frame, thus lifting it, then fixes it in a new position. It sounds tempting, but what could be the consequences? The most common ones for surgery are bleeding, scars, swelling, bruises, skin dying, skin distortion and a long list of side effects. If you are lucky, the result will last up to 10 years, this is ideal, and then everything will return to its place as it was before the operation, if it does not get worse.

But still, plastic surgery is an OPERATION! And no one can predict the result, not even the most experienced surgeon. And success depends on the knowledge and skill of the doctor. Of course, you can look at photographs of the results of his work, but this still will not give any guarantee.

Side effects

Any side effects from dermal fillers are minimal. Some redness and minor bruising at the injection sites will resolve quickly. The final result lasts from six months to a year, after which the procedure is repeated.

Specialists at the Center for Aesthetic Medicine will advise in all cases where the use of fillers is required. There are no two identical cases and, therefore, no two identical treatment methods, so the appearance of the patient depends significantly on the qualifications of the cosmetologist. By contacting us, you can be sure that real professionals will improve your appearance.

How to get rid of marionette wrinkles yourself

You can get rid of almost any wrinkles and creases at home. First you need to choose the right skin care. Scrubs, masks, creams - choose to suit your taste. The main thing is to make sure that the composition contains either hyaluronic acid or retinol. We recommend trying the plant-based squalane serum from Beauty365. This is a light sugar cane oil that quickly and effectively nourishes the skin with essential vitamins and substances. With its help you can smooth out any small wrinkles on your face. Squalane can not only be used on the face, it can also be applied to the body and hair. It turns out to be very profitable - one effective remedy for everything.

There are homemade recipes for getting rid of unwanted wrinkles. You shouldn't put your hopes on them anymore, but you can try. Unlike surgical procedures, they do not have terrible complications. To combat wrinkles, masks are often made based on berries, fruits or dairy products. They contain exfoliating acids that will give your skin a renewed appearance.

Cosmetologists also recommend choosing jojoba oils or olive emulsion. They are very beneficial for the skin. Beauty365's Camellia sasanqua oil, for example, contains vitamins A, B, and E, which are essential for beautiful and healthy skin, hair, and nails.

To achieve results faster, it is better to combine cosmetic care with exercise. Here are some of them, play and repeat:

1. Interoral massage
   Place your palms on your cheeks and, using circular movements with your tongue from the inside, begin massaging to the left and right of the corners of your lips. Then close your lips and move your tongue around them.
2. Express face lift
   Let your hair down. Place your palms firmly on the chewing muscles and temples. Stay in this position for about a minute so that the muscles warm up well. Then begin to slowly pull your palms towards the top of your head, as if you want to collect a ponytail from your hair. Repeat this exercise two to three times.

How to Prevent Marionette Wrinkles

We summarize the basic rules of what to do to eliminate or prevent the appearance of wrinkles:

1. Gymnastics. If you want to do prevention or remove already formed “folds of grief”, introduce gymnastics into your daily habit.
2. Massage. Also a very effective way to prevent wrinkles. It will help relieve muscle tension. And most importantly, massage can be done at home with your own hands at any convenient time.
3. Daily proper cosmetic care. Choose cosmetics that contain hyaluronic acid or retinol.
4. The right way of life. Everyone knows that the secret of beauty lies in moderate physical activity and the absence of bad habits.

Expert opinion

• Cosmetologist
• Surgeon

Anna Avaliani

practicing cosmetologist

To get rid of marionette lines, we often offer contouring. This method is widely used throughout the world. It is enough to spend 2 hours of personal time in the clinic and you can return to your daily activities with a renewed appearance. You must first visit a cosmetologist who will conduct an examination and find out if there are any contraindications to the procedure.

Aisha Baron

plastic surgeon

In addition to daily gymnastics, you should carefully care for the skin of your face and neck, paying attention to it morning and evening: cleanse, moisturize, tone, nourish. Apply peels and scrubs every 7-10 days to remove dead skin cells. Use clean water to wash your face and avoid soap. This will help prolong youth. But in order to remove marionette wrinkles, I recommend paying attention to cosmetic procedures. With their help you can really achieve results. In advanced situations, only plastic surgery will help.

Thus, the appearance of marionette wrinkles is the initial stage of age-related changes, despite the fact that even a twenty-five-year-old girl can detect them.

To prevent early aging, it is necessary to properly care for your face. If the process has already started, then it is recommended to select an age-appropriate method of struggle.

Which method to choose

Removing the “folds of grief” is not so difficult. You can choose a disposal method that suits you. The main thing is that self-care should become a habit; the result from once will not last long, but if you do it regularly, you will be surprised how effective this approach is.

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