Wrinkles. How do you cope?

Well short of a facelift or Botox and fillers there isn’t much you can do. I was told by a beautician that almond oil was the only thing to penetrate the epidermis so maybe give that a try. Try using a BB or CC cream they are lighter and don’t settle into the ridges oh use a primer first or just live for the day, enjoy your friends and family do things that make you happy and never ever wear beige x

I've been wondering, why people are bothered by having wrinkles? I can't say it's something that I think about for myself or notice particularly on other people. Is it something to do with self-esteem, or maybe an antipathy to ageing?

I guess I am in the minority when I say you can look into fillers! I think whatever makes you feel good-reasonably and not too expensive. Don't judge me!

i embrace it cant change it cant stop it and when i look at some 61 year olds i dont think im that bad

Gentle exfoliation, lots of mousturising, silk pillowcase, NO FROWNING, that's where the vertical forehead lines come from.
I got rid of age spots on my hands by exfoliating with silk cocoons and then applying VitC serum followed by a good moisturiser at night. Hand cream ok for day but not enough overnight. Prickly Pear seed oil is good for this, greasy though and takes a bit of sinking in so cotton gloves a good idea.
Hard work staying beautiful isn't it ?

Loving this thread, esp the post about not looking down into a mirrored table top! Discovered that a while back - no getting on top for me any more! ?

I agree with the advice to call them laughter lines and accept them! The truth is that we are getting older! Of course use a good skin cream BUT do not go for Botox. I've read more than once that there are serious unintended consequences from Botox: it paralyses small muscles, so they can no longer create lines. But those muscles have a job to do - they make your facial expression change in different circumstances and we need them. For instance, when you meet a friend who is sad, you reflect back to her your understanding of her pain, in your own expression. And of course, you smile and look happy when someone has good news. This has two effects - it helps our relationships with others, who see our empathatic expression and it informs our brains with empathatic understanding, so our responses are a good match for our friend's feelings. Empathy and relationship are to me so much more important than getting rid of some lines on my face - as the younger generation say "its a no brainer!" Keep your laughter lines and keep your capacity to reflect empathicatically and feel more fully for others.

ga I wouldn’t say I’m bothered about having wrinkles.
I just prefer to postpone their arrival for as long as possible

If mine are laughter lines then it must have been one hell of a joke.

Celebrate the fact that its better than the alternative.. Not being alive!

You're alive and that's what matters.
A young, generous-hearted outlook and good hair with flattering clothes make all the difference.

Relax, enjoy life. It's what's on the inside that counts, not the outside x

Face yoga is excellent. Massage, relaxation and a few simple exercises for the face. It strengthens muscles, relaxes the face, improves circulation and moves lymph and puffiness. I am chronically ill and suffer from fatigue, so I just do a little most days within my limitations. If I am tired, I miss out the exercises. I think it does make a difference but I also find it pleasurable and very soothing and calming for my whole self. For older people, something that it is easy to do in bed or an armchair

I too try not to look in the mirror or in shop windows. When I do, I just pretend it is my grandmother looking back at me. It is quite nice seeing her again!

I also on a good 'laser' face cream twice a day. I get compliments on my smooth skin. Wish I could get rid of the saggy bit under my chin. Smiling does lift it a bit and holding my head up more....sighs I have finally come to terms with my nose...at 68...hahaha. Smiling definitely helps jowls...

A face without lines is like a book without words; it doesn't have a story to tell!

Common problem with ageing, welcome to the club. Unless you are going for the full facelift don't try to cover up with foundation. Some say applying shading, highlighting etc. helps deflect the eye from obvious areas. Just can't be bothered personally, it's a natural process. Perhaps don't look in the mirror with lights on!

Why are so many older women ashamed of looking normal; having wrinkles, grey har etc.

We are who we are. Everyone changes as they get older. As someone who lives in a very old house full of old furniture and standing outside it several old cars, who wants to own a car below school age? I am wearing a 10 year old sweater over a charity shop skirt and I am entirely comfortable to be looking my age. The secret with the whole lot is to look after them. Keep house, furniture, car, clothes and self in good order and then relax.

The key, with house

Love this thread, hate mine but mostly it’s my neck!
I have the must awful wattle, actually think I could put up with face but eurgh my neck !!
I would not have surgery though when you see what vanity surgery mistakes have happened I’d feel it would be my punishment.

Oh Missadventure you’re post made me really giggle

If all the wrinkle preventing serums and moisturisers I’ve used for long periods of time over the years really worked, I’d look in the mirror and see a much smoother face than I do. It doesn’t help when my dear OH says “But think what you’d look like if you didn’t use them!”???

Don’t lose weight

I have a theory that this is the worst time of year for looking at your face in a mirror. I am sure I always look terrible in the winter. A light summer tan seems to lift the entire face, or maybe it just hides the wrinkles. I have noticed that people of colour often look younger than they are (meant as a compliment not any kind of racist remark) presumably because darker skin camouflages the blemishes and wrinkles. So there is hope - just wait until about June or July and everything might look better Annecan.

I try to be grateful that I have quite poor sight. I can't see details such as lines on any face - either mine, OR other people's! I'm also grateful for a husband who tells me that I look wonderful, even when I know full well that I don't - I can see and feel the bulges in my body that once was firm and slim!

Best way I’ve found? Just 2 products , Matryxl and Granactive Retinol. Both from The Ordinary and each under a tenner! Also , avoid sugar like the plague- it breaks down collagen.