Are frown lines making you look sad or angry all the time?

Dr Geetika Mittal, a dermatologist, shared three methods to get rid of the frown lines

Niacinamide helps tighten the skin, prevent and soften wrinkles. (Photo: Freepik)

With passing time, our face undergoes a lot of changes as our skin tends to lose elasticity which may lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and frown lines, among others. While there could be many reasons to get frown lines, ageing is the primary reason.

While it is possible to soften, reverse or prevent frown lines naturally by including nutrients in your diet and taking proper care of the skin, people generally choose quick methods such as botox injection to get instant results.

Dr Geetika Mittal, a dermatologist, wrote that “frown lines between your eyes or corners of your mouth can make you look angry and sad.” The expert shared three methods that can help get rid of the frown lines.

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Botox

Botox is one of the common methods to prevent, smoothen and reverse ageing signs including frown lines. The method, touted as a quick and effective method, is also suggested by Dr Geetika for the ageing signs on the face.

“It helps reduce or remove wrinkles between the eyebrows over time and lifts the muscles causing sagging corners of the mouth,” the expert wrote in her post.

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Brightening actives

Actives are the new buzzword in the skincare industry and beauty aficionados can’t help but marvel at the benefits of such actives, which is brightening actives.

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“Using brightening actives such as vitamin C and niacinamide to add radiance to the complexion and awaken the face,” said Dr Geetika.

As we all know, vitamin C is a rich source of antioxidants, which help neutralise free radicals. Additionally, the vitamin promotes collagen production, fades hyperpigmentation and may help reduce under-eye dark circles.

Another brightening agent, niacinamide, is considered one of the safest actives and can be used by most skin types. A form of vitamin B3, it tightens the skin and helps prevent and soften wrinkles.

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Facial roller

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Facial rollers have always been there but it is now that people have started raving about its benefits. While there are no proven long-term benefits per se, rollers are known to increase blood circulation in the face and lymphatic drainage.

“Use a facial roller to help soften and relax muscles,” said Dr Geetika.

It is suggested to hydrate the face to avoid any friction while massaging with the roller.

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