Despite still being hidden behind masks here in New Zealand, lip rejuvenation continues to be in demand.
Decreasing levels of collagen and elastin, gravity, muscle action, and sun damage all contribute to what are commonly called ‘smoker’s lines’.
As we kiss goodbye to our younger selves, the corners of our mouths begin to turn down, the cupid’s bow begins to flatten, and the lips can start to invert or disappear leaving you with a thin-lipped smile and nowhere to put your lipstick.
The oral ageing process can often be seen much more predominantly in women, as men’s facial hair, even stubble, provides some protection from the sun and slows the effect of photoageing around the mouth.
Some might argue that a big contributor is the belief that women use their facial muscles more than men as they speak more! I won’t be using my facial muscles to comment on this as I’m trying to keep my face as smooth as possible!
Rejuvenation of the lip body and border and restoration of the cupid’s bow can bring the overall appearance of the face back into balance…
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