Say bye-bye to pesky wrinkles with simple no-needle solutions
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Ward Off Wrinkles
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Laughter may be the best medicine, but years of it (along with smiling and talking) can cause creases along your mouth to creep up. Before you consider going under the knife, discover simple no-needle solutions from the pros. Click though for all the best anti-aging advice.
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A Lesson in Lines
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There are two kinds of lines: laugh lines (the folds that run from the nose to each corner of your mouth), which are formed from years of giggling, smiling and even talking, and perioral lines (the fine grooves that appear along the upper lip) caused by pursing your lips or smoking. In both cases, "your skin creases to accommodate your mouth's movement, and eventually the lines stick," says Amy Derick, MD, clinical instructor of dermatology at Northwestern University. Moisturizing will help hydrate skin and reduce the look of these fine lines, but for long-term results, apply a collagen-boosting daily lip treatment.
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The Home Remedy
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Combine a teaspoon each of coconut oil and brown sugar, then gently massage the mixture over and around your mouth and rinse away. "The gentle stimulation causes a temporary, subtle swelling effect that softens lines around the mouth," says Dr. Derick. Added benefit: Exfoliated skin is better able to absorb moisturizer.
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The Makeup Trick
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Primer works wonders, says celebrity makeup artist Darcy Gilmore. In addition to filling in laugh lines, you can use it to smooth the skin on and around your lips. To prevent it from sinking into those lines, first apply your daily facial moisturizer and lip balm, wait a few minutes, then dab on a primer.
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The Product Fixes
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Blur the lines with this primer:L'Oréal Paris Studio Secrets Professional Magic Perfecting Base, $12.95; Amazon.com
Soften the appearance of wrinkles with ultra-hydrating Avon Nurtura Replenishing Cream, $8.50; Amazon.com
To fight wrinkling with anti-aging amino peptides, use Olay Regenerist Anti-Aging Lip Treatment, $23.99; Amazon.com