Hollywood is known for its glamour and seemingly ageless stars. Many celebrities resort to various types of treatments to preserve their youthful appearance while slowing down the natural aging process and avoiding wrinkles. In this blog post, we will take a look at the stars’ favourite anti-aging treatments.
The most popular methods celebs use to combat wrinkles
Medical Needling (Microneedling)
During medical needling treatments, extremely fine needles are used to make tiny pricks in the uppermost layer of the skin. Thanks to these micro-injuries, the skin's regeneration process is activated and collagen production is stimulated. The appearance of fine lines is smoothed out and the skin looks brighter and more refreshed.
Anti-wrinkle treatments using muscle relaxants
Anti-wrinkle treatments using muscle relaxants are an effective method for reducing expression lines. Targeted injections relax your facial muscles, resulting in smoother forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and crow’s feet. The treatment is minimally invasive, has little to no downtime, and provides a natural, fresh appearance. The treatment time is very short and you will be ready to return to your social life in no time at all.
Hyaluronic acid
Another popular treatment is hyaluronic acid, which is often injected in the form of hyaluronic fillers. This substance helps to compensate for volume loss in the face and provides a refreshed appearance. It is particularly effective for treating nasolabial folds and cheeks. Hyaluronic acid is known for its moisturizing properties, which help to improve skin structure and elasticity.
Injecting wrinkles with autologous fat (your own fat)
Some of our favourite Hollywood a-listers prefer more natural methods such as injections with autologous fat to reduce wrinkles. This method involves taking fat from another part of the body and injecting it into the affected areas of the skin. This technique offers long-lasting results and minimises the risk of allergic reactions.
Facelift
For deeper wrinkles and long-lasting results, some celebrities opt for a surgical facelift. This form of plastic surgery tightens the skin and gives your face a more youthful contour. Although the downtime can be longer, the desired result is often impressive and long-lasting. Before deciding on undergoing a surgical procedure, it is best to consult with your dermatologist, aesthetician, and plastic surgeon regarding surgical beauty treatments.
Famous celebs who undergo treatments for wrinkles
Many red-carpet celebrities rely on anti-wrinkle treatments to maintain their youthful appearance and combat aging skin. Here are some well-known stars who openly talk about their cosmetic procedures or are speculated to have undergone anti-aging treatments:
Kim Kardashian
The social media queen Kim Kardashian is known for her flawless skin and youthful appearance. She even has her own line of skincare products, that’s how seriously she takes her skincare routine. She has spoken openly about her experiences with muscle relaxants and other beauty treatments for skin rejuvenation. She uses skin treatment procedures to smooth forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, and other expression lines.
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman has admitted in interviews that she has tried muscle relaxants. The actress uses muscle relaxants to reduce frown lines and forehead wrinkles and maintain a refreshed look. Originally from Down Under, it is widely known that maintaining skin health is key to avoiding wrinkles, as external factors such as sun damage can lead to sunspots, wrinkles, and an uneven skin tone. Another lesson from sunny locations is that hydration is key to skin health!
Madonna
Pop icon Madonna is known for her youthful appearance, which she maintains with various cosmetic treatments. It is speculated that she uses regular muscle relaxant injections as well as hyaluronic acid dermal fillers to compensate for volume loss in her face and improve her skin’s texture.
Simon Cowell
Men are also turning to anti-wrinkle treatments to look younger. TV mogul Simon Cowell has confirmed in interviews that he uses muscle relaxants to reduce facial wrinkles and maintain a more youthful appearance.
Cindy Crawford
Supermodel Cindy Crawford has spoken openly about how, in addition to a good skincare routine with anti-aging creams, she also relies on cosmetic treatments such as skin relaxers and hyaluronic acid to reduce wrinkles and promote skin tightening.
Onset of wrinkles
Wrinkles are caused by a combination of genetic factors, environmental conditions, and the skin’s natural aging process. This process, in which the skin loses its tone and elasticity, begins at a young age. Repetitive movements of the facial muscles cause expression lines that can deepen over time.
External factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and stress can also accelerate skin aging and lead to deeper wrinkles. A healthy lifestyle and the right skin care can help to slow down the onset of wrinkles.
Treating wrinkles with muscle relaxants at HAIR & SKIN
At HAIR & SKIN, we offer you the latest and most effective methods for treating wrinkles, including the use of muscle relaxants. This treatment method focuses on relaxing your facial muscles to prevent the onset of expression lines such as forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and crow’s feet. Facial slimming (masseter) can also be accomplished by using muscle relaxants.
By applying precise injections into the facial muscles with fine needles, targeted muscle groups are treated, resulting in a visibly smoother appearance of your skin. Our experienced specialists, including medical doctors, ensure that each treatment is safe while giving you a naturally fresh appearance. Thanks to the option of using an anesthetic cream, the treatment is described by many people as being easy to tolerate. Popular areas of application include frown lines, crow’s feet, eyelids, eye wrinkles, and bunny lines.
Thanks to minimally invasive techniques, the downtime is short and you will be able to socialize again in no time. It takes a few days for the active ingredient to have its full effect, but you can return to everyday life very quickly. Arrange a consultation and find out how you can benefit from the advantages of wrinkle treatments using muscle relaxants at HAIR & SKIN.
Book your free consultation today at our HAIR & SKIN clinic, located in all major Swiss cities. Muscle relaxant treatment is also used to combat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
Side effects of treating wrinkles with muscle relaxants
Mild side effects can occur during treatments with muscle relaxants. It is important to be aware of them in order to make an informed decision. Here are some of the most common side effects:
- Redness and swelling: Immediately after treatment, redness and mild swelling may occur at the injection sites. This usually disappears within a few hours to days.
- Bruising: Injections with fine needles can cause minor bruising. These bruises are usually harmless and disappear within a few days.
- Mild pain or discomfort: Some patients report a slight feeling of pressure or discomfort in the treated areas. These symptoms usually subside quickly.
In rare cases, allergic reactions may occur during treatment.
Conclusion: Many celebs rely on beauty treatments to combat wrinkles
From muscle relaxants and hyaluronic acid, chemical peels for deep exfoliation, laser treatments, radiofrequency, and botox, to facelifts, autologous fat injections and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections – the stars have many tricks to counteract skin aging and tighten facial contours. Thanks to advanced aesthetic medicine, these treatments can effectively reduce wrinkles and help you maintain a youthful appearance. Whether minimally invasive methods or plastic surgery, there are many options and the results are often astounding.
If you would like to find out more about the various treatment options, get in touch for a consultation with a specialist. Medical doctors and specialists in Zurich, Basel, Bern, Geneva, and many other cities are available to set up a consultation.