Treating nasolabial folds: What really helps?

Nasolabial folds are among the most common signs of natural skin aging. The folds run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth and can make the face appear more tired or older. Many people therefore ask: What really helps against nasolabial folds?

Modern aesthetic medicine offers various options to specifically treat these wrinkles – always with the goal of preserving the natural harmony of the face.

At JUVENIS in Vienna, every treatment is planned individually and tailored to the facial proportions and personal wishes.

Nasolabial folds are initially part of the natural facial expression and are present in everyone. However, they can become more pronounced with age.

Causes include:

• natural collagen loss
• degradation of hyaluronic acid in the skin
• Volume loss in the midface
• reduced skin elasticity
• genetic predisposition
• UV radiation
• Smoking

Often the wrinkle itself is not the real problem, but the volume loss in the cheeks, which makes the wrinkle more prominent.

Which method is suitable depends on the cause and the severity of the folds.

In many cases, treatment with hyaluronic acid is the first choice.

Hyaluronic acid can:

• Restore volume
• moisturize the skin
• gently even out the wrinkle
• make the face look fresher

In many cases the wrinkle is not treated directly; instead the midface is harmoniously rebuilt. This can often naturally soften the nasolabial fold.

Depending on the skin condition, treatments that stimulate the body's own collagen production may also be beneficial.

These include, for example:

• Microneedling
• PRP (plasma treatment)
• certain laser treatments

These procedures improve skin quality and can also positively affect fine lines.

The combination of several treatments often achieves the best results. For example, hyaluronic acid can be combined with collagen-stimulating procedures to sustainably improve both volume and skin quality.

Many people believe that Botox is suitable for all wrinkles. In fact, nasolabial folds usually do not result from muscle movement but from volume loss and the natural aging process. For this reason, hyaluronic acid is used in most cases.

The longevity depends, among other things, on the product used and the individual’s metabolism. In many cases the result lasts about 6 to 12 months, sometimes longer. Regular touch-ups can help maintain the result in the long term.

Modern aesthetic medicine today pursues a clear goal: the face should look fresh and rested – not changed. With professional treatment, the individual facial features are preserved while wrinkles are gently softened.

At JUVENIS in Vienna, every treatment begins with a detailed analysis of facial proportions and skin quality. On this basis an individualized treatment plan is created that aims for natural and harmonious results.

Nasolabial folds are a natural part of the aging process. With modern treatment methods such as hyaluronic acid fillers and collagen-stimulating procedures, they can often be significantly improved.

Which treatment is right depends on the individual causes and personal preferences. A professional consultation is the first step toward a fresh and natural appearance.

Contact us, we will be happy to inform you!