Signs of skin aging are the result of two different aging processes-internal and external. Internal aging is inevitable, and normal. The skin loses collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, resulting in thinner skin that sags and forms wrinkles and folds. The loss of moisture and natural oils as we age contributes to fine lines in the skin. These factors, combined with the marks of normal facial expressions, such as smiling and laughing, over time can leave everyone with a few more lines, creases and folds with each passing year. External aging is due to factors that can be controlled, such as the environment and bad habits. The sun and smoking are two of the biggest contributors to premature aging. Poor diet and alcohol intake can take a toll on your skin too.

Restylane is a cosmetic dermal filler that replaces volume and restores youthful contours to the skin to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from the nose to the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds). Restylane is made of hyaluronic acid. In the human body, natural hyaluronic acid provides volume and fullness to the skin. The hydrophilic or "water loving" nature of the hyaluronic acid molecules in Restylane and their three dimensional structure allows them to bind many times their own weight in water. As hyaluronic acid begins to degrade, each molecule binds to more water which helps maintain its volume for about six months. Restylane contains no animal proteins. This limits any risk of animal-based disease transmissions or development of allergic reactions. No allergy testing is required before use.

Restylane can help you reach your goal of a more youthful appearance. The procedure is non-surgical, and its effects are virtually instantaneous.

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