Wrinkles are the most common sign of aging. Unfortunately, there is no simple solution when it comes to wrinkle removal. That's because there are actually three different types of wrinkles, and each has specific treatments designed to treat them.

Wrinkles come in two categories: fine surface lines and deep furrows. Most wrinkles appear on the parts of the body where sun exposure is greatest, the face, neck, the backs of the hands, and the tops of the forearms. Wrinkle treatments in cream or lotion may be, in general, more effective for fine lines. Deeper creases may require more aggressive techniques such as filler injections.

Skin wrinkles typically appear as a result of aging processes such as glycation or, temporarily, as the result of prolonged (more than a few minutes) immersion in water. Wrinkling in skin is caused by habitual facial expressions, aging, sun damage, smoking, poor hydration, and various other factors.

Exposure to ultraviolet radiation (too much sun) can result in premature aging of skin. Premature aging of the skin is called photoaging. The ultraviolet sunrays that cause photoaging damage collagen fibers and cause the excessive production of abnormal elastin. When ultraviolet light damages skin tissue, an enzyme called metalloproteinase is produced. This enzyme creates and reforms collagen. During the process, however, some healthy collagen fibers are damaged, resulting in a disorganized formation of fibers called solar scars. Wrinkles develop when the rebuilding process occurs over and over.

Despite all the hype there is no one magical ingredient that can make your skin look 20 again. It's true that some of today's wrinkle treatments might smooth out your skin, but the results won't be permanent. New wrinkles will appear and sun exposure and smoking may hasten their development. You can't turn back the hands of time, but you can take steps to protect your skin from further damage.

What you can do: Wear sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. The hands and face are particularly vulnerable to sun damage, due to their frequent exposure. Make sunscreen application part of your out-the-door routine. If you are considering treatment for your wrinkles, ask your doctor which procedure is right for you. There is no replacement for your doctor's professional advice. Each person has his or her own individual needs; similarly, each procedure fulfills its own specific need.

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