Wrinkles?

Ask any person what comes to mind when they think of ageing skin and undoubtedly they will say wrinkles. This overwhelming consensus explains the multitude of products all promising to eliminate wrinkles and reverse the tell-tale signs of ageing. 

But is it possible that a product can really eliminate wrinkles? Only a limited number of ingredients address the signs of ageing, and, unfortunately, nothing short of cosmetic surgery can really eliminate a wrinkle. As far as eliminating wrinkles, that's more wishful thinking than hard-core science.

A more realistic approach to the treatment of ageing skin would be to optimise the skin's health and condition by ensuring ample hydration of tissues while stimulating collagen formation in the dermis and eliminating the triggers that lead to ageing skin. 

The signs of ageing know no limits, and even clients with acne-prone, oily skin may have concerns about the lines around the eyes and feathering around the lips.

Dr Diana Howard for Dermalogica suggests incorporating the following M's into your age-fighting skin treatments. Maximum-strength exfoliation with a blend of hydroxy acids, preferably in a lipid base that can be massaged onto the skin so that you can pay special attention to key problem areas and prep the skin for the penetration of other actives.

Microcurrent technology that helps energise and boost cell renewal, and re-educates important muscles, such as the corrugator and orbicularis oculi, coupled with the specific penetration of active ingredients.

Massage, including specialised energising and tension-relieving techniques that boost circulation, bringing oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and releasing tension in the muscles and connective tissues.

Masks, such as speciality-setting masks that have a vacuum effect on the skin to firm and aid in the penetration of serums and actives.