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How to get rid of marionette lines
As we age, our faces change and there’s a downward trend. Literally.
Part of this facial sagging is the appearance of marionette lines. In this article we look at what marionette lines are and what you can do about them.
WHAT ARE MARIONETTE LINES?
Marionette lines are wrinkles that extend from each corner of your mouth down your chin. Marionette lines can cause your mouth to look downturned, giving you an unhappy appearance.
The marionette lines are shown below:
WHAT CAUSES MARIONETTE LINES?
During the ageing process, the fat pads in our upper face gradually diminish, while the fat pads in our lower face become fuller. This causes our skin to sag downwards and develop folds, such as marionette lines.
WHY ARE THEY CALLED MARIONETTE LINES?
The name comes from their resemblance to a marionette (string puppet) with a jointed mouth!
HOW TO GET RID OF MARIONETTE LINES
Dermal fillers
Facial fillers are very good at dealing with deep wrinkles such as marionette lines. They gently plump out the wrinkles, resulting in a smoother appearance.
Marionette lines filler can also be used to add volume to your cheeks, replacing the diminishing fat pads in that area. This treatment will lift your skin and, as a result, reduce the appearance of these lines.
Marionette lines before and after dermal fillers
Botox
While dermal fillers are often the ‘go to’ treatment for deeper lines, marionette lines botox is also an effective option.
Botox can be used to relax the muscles which pull down the corners of your mouth and accentuate the appearance of marionette lines.
We can use botox in conjunction with dermal fillers to maximise the improvement.
Profhilo
Profhilo is a revolutionary, deeply moisturising treatment, which may also be recommended by your practitioner for marionette lines.
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring chemical, which the body uses to support collagen and elastin.
As an injectable hyaluronic acid gel, Profhilo deeply hydrates and lifts the skin in targeted areas to reduce the appearance of deeper folds.
Marionette lines before and after Profhilo
Jalupro skin boosters
Jalupro is an injectable treatment with a unique ‘bio revitalising’ action. It plumps and rehydrates your skin in targeted areas and is particularly effective for deeper folds, so it can be used for marionette lines.
Jalupro stimulates a specific process in the skin, which influences its natural ability to regenerate.
The ingredients in Jalupro act on specialist skin cells called ‘fibroblasts’ to encourage production of collagen. This has a plumping effect, to reduce the signs of ageing and this process continues in the skin after treatment.
Marionette lines before and after Jalupro
FAQ
Marionette lines
What are marionette lines?
Marionette lines are wrinkles or folds that extend from each corner of your mouth down your chin. They can also have the effect of causing your mouth to look downturned.
What causes marionette lines?
Marionette lines are a natural effect of the ageing process. As fat pads in our upper face diminish over time, the fat pads in our lower face become fuller. This causes our skin to sag downwards and develop folds, such as marionette lines.
Are marionette lines preventable?
The types of wrinkles and folds that you develop are determined by your individual facial anatomy and muscularity. The extent to which they develop can be mitigated by specialist aesthetic treatment.
How can you get rid of marionette lines?
There are several treatments that are very effective at reducing the appearance of marionette lines:
Dermal fillers gently plump the skin in targeted areas to reduce the fold itself, but they can also be used to increase volume in the upper face to lift the skin.
Botox relaxes the muscles that can pull down the mouth, thus reducing the effect of marionette lines. Dermal fillers are often used as a partner treatment with botox to optimise results.
Profhilo is a deeply moisturising, injectable treatment, which hydrates and lifts the skin in targeted areas. This reduces the appearance of deeper folds such as marionette lines.
Jalupro skin boosters plumps and rehydrate your skin in targeted areas. They are particularly effective for deeper folds, so can be used for marionette lines.
How many treatments are recommended?
Every patient is different, so what we recommend will depend on the results you’re looking for and your practitioner’s assessment of your skin.
How quickly will I see an improvement?
You will start to see results of treatment almost instantly. With some treatments such as Jalupro, the effect of the treatment increases over seven to ten days after the first session.
How long do results last?
Depending on the patient and their skin type and condition, results can last for up to six months.
After treatment, how quickly can I return to daily activities?
With most treatments, patients can immediately continue as normal. Your practitioner will ensure you are aware of any aftercare requirements.
Book your marionette lines treatment
Treatments are available at the following clinics:
London Harley Street — Huntingdon — Peterborough — Sevenoaks
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