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Botox, Face Peel, Or Some Anti-wrinkle Cream?

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maggiepups

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Botox, Face Peel, Or Some Anti-wrinkle Cream? Posted: 07-22-04 02:25am


I've been looking around the forums here....And it's a little overwhelming. Most of the topics are serous and make me feel a little stupid asking my question. As i'm aging i'm not happy with how i'm looking - i'm getting wrinkly. I can't afford a face-lift and frankly i'm scared of that. But I am starting to think about botox or a face peel. But i'm a little afraid of these too. So now i've been looking at the slew of "anti-wrinkle" creams being sold on the internet. I mena strivectin has been everywhere - but what i've read you can't use it on your face. I've also been looking into alphaderma ce and avotox? Anyone using these? Anyone have any other suggestions?

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Anti-wrinkle Cream Posted: 11-21-04 22:54pm


A great anti-aging/anti-wrinkle cream is any cream with a high amount of carrot seed oil. Burt's bees makes a few miraculous products... I've heard many testaments for carrot seed oil and reversing the affects of aging. Also take a multi vitamin high in antioxidants (a, c, e, selenium and zinc... ) you might benefit from taking anti-oxidants along with a good multi. Also essential oils are very beneficial.

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Palmitoyl Tripeptide 3 Posted: 06-14-05 22:50pm


I checked the ingredients of the product i've been using and it doesn't have any carrot seed oil in it..But that's not saying much given there are more anti-wrinkle products out there than ever. The product i've been using has palmitoyl tripeptide 3 as its active ingredient. The improvement has been pretty remarkable, and to think the only reason I took a chance on kavi was because my dermatologist gave me a sample of their hyaluronic acid for a dry rash around my ankles! Claudia

iam11s

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Anti-wrinkle Posted: 09-13-05 21:15pm


I have not heard about carrot seed oil being an important ingredient for anti-wrinkle creams. I have heard about all sorts of peptides, and I know my mom has had a lot of success with a product called alphaderma. I'm in my early 30s, and I really wanted to start using something to "ward off" the wrinkles, and the last time I saw my mom, her skin looked better than it had before, so she told me she was using alpha derma. I started using it, but I really don't have "wrinkles" yet - so I can't say that it's helped my skin look younger, but it does make my skin feel nice and look a little healthier. All I know is, I don't think I could ever have a facelift or inject botox into my face, so I hope this stuff will really prevent the wrinkles!

Jenn_B

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Posted: 09-11-06 21:25pm


I don't know if you are still following these replies or not but I thought I would throw in my two cents. I have never had a facelift or botox. I have tried a whole lot wrinkle creams though. Some work a little some not at all. Finding the right cream can be as frustrating as the wrinkles themselves. I started using bluét and it is really working for me. A friend of mine had a sample and let me try it. I really liked the way it made my skin feel. It has defintely reduce the wrinkles and lines. I have only found it online. Http://www.Bluetcream.Com

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Anti Wrinkle 55 - World's No 1 Anti-aging Skin Firming Serum Posted: 09-20-07 08:38am


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Posted: 11-25-07 18:34pm


There are many options, before considering a face lift. As an esthetician, I have seen great results on clients who have had a series of at least 4 microdermabrasion treatments. Microdermabrasion is a "peel", that exfoliates the epidermis by applying ammonium oxide crystals to the skin, then removing them with a light suction. Each treatment is slightly more progressive, although the skin is amazingly smooth after just one. If redness and irritation are a concern, express this to the technician, and make sure that the machine is used on a lower setting. (I have found that a higher setting is not necessary if at least 4 treatments are done, each no closer than a week apart, and preferably no more than 3 to 4 weeks.) Microdermabrasion also lessens the appearance of acne scars. Also, look for the newer products that contain GABA, which is a muscle relaxer that occurs naturally in our bodies, and achieves a similar effect to Botox, without the injection. And to protect from further damage, make sure to always wear sun protection, as most of what we think of as aging is actually sun damage. Pomegranate is a wonderful anti-oxidant (helps to protect and reverse damage) and is being used in some skin products, so also be sure to use an anti-oxidant product.

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wrinkle cream Posted: 01-31-08 23:10pm


I'd recommend you counteract the drying effect of winter air by keeping the skin moisturized.

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Natural treatment for wrinkles Posted: 03-07-08 05:55am


Try the one of the following: Wrinkles Home Remedies with B Complex: B complex is very essential for our body. It can be found in food items like eggs, whole wheat and others. It is also helpful in keeping our skin glowing and looking young. * Including chicken, whole wheat and other B complex rich food in the diet is a must. The Vitamins A, C and Vitamin E are filled with antioxidants which gives our skin a healthy look. Natural Treatments for Wrinkles with Vodka: Vodka was earlier made from Potatoes, the Vodka is good for our skin. It is liquor that is not very strong and can be had in larger quantities than whiskey. * In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of vodka with a teaspoon fennel seeds and 1\2 of honey. Boil this mixture, and allow it to cool. Take a cotton ball, dip in the liquid and apply on face regularly to make the wrinkles vanish. Wrinkles Remedies with Egg: Eggs are today part of everyone's daily diet. They are rich in protein and also used in various skin and hair care products by women all over. * To treat Wrinkles take one egg white, whip it and then apply on face. Let it dry and then wash it off with water. * To a teaspoon of raspberry juice, add one teaspoon of orange juice, olive oil, egg yolk whipped and finally oatmeal, about 2 tablespoon. Let it sit for 15minutes and then apply on face, once dried, wash.

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