I have wrinkles: aesthetic treatments
Over time, skin loses some vitality: cell renewal slows, hyaluronic acid and collagen production decreases and tissues gradually become lax. From the thirties, fine lines appear, followed by more pronounced wrinkles changing facial skin hydration and firmness.
Environmental factors such as sun exposure, pollution or oxidative stress accelerate natural ageing. Repeated facial muscle contractions — smiling, frowning, squinting — also deepen expression lines over the years.
Fortunately, aesthetic medicine in Geneva now offers many solutions to smooth, increase density and brighten skin while preserving natural expressions.
Medical anti-wrinkle treatments
Aesthetic medicine favours gentle, non-surgical, personalised techniques. These correct existing wrinkles, slow ageing and stimulate natural regeneration.
Not all wrinkles form alike. Two main types are distinguished:
- Expression lines: caused by repeated muscle movements (smiling, frowning, squinting). Often on the forehead, between eyebrows or at the corners of the eyes.
- Static wrinkles: resulting from laxity and thinning. Found particularly in nasolabial folds, marionette lines or the jawline.
Each type needs a different approach. The doctor analyses facial shape, skin quality and natural expressions to suggest the most suitable plan.
Hyaluronic acid injections: restoring volume and hydration
Hyaluronic acid is naturally present in the body and essential to elasticity and hydration. Its concentration decreases over time, causing sagging in certain facial areas.
Injections compensate by restoring volume and smoothing irregularities. This versatile treatment meets several needs:
- Filling wrinkles.
- Deep hydration to improve radiance and density, particularly with Skinbooster injections.
- Redefining the facial oval and correcting moderate laxity.
- Plumping lips, correcting dark circles, improving the profile or cheekbones.
Results are natural, immediate and harmonious. Depending on product fluidity, concentration and cross-linking, effects last between 6 and 18 months.
What happens during hyaluronic acid treatment
The session takes place in practice without general anaesthesia. Dr Romano comprehensively assesses the face, then injects gel using microcannulas or very fine needles.
The procedure is quick and minimally painful. Mild redness or small bruises may appear in the following hours but disappear quickly.
The final result is assessed over the following days once the product integrates. Annual maintenance is generally recommended to preserve it.
Botulinum toxin: injections for expression lines
Botulinum toxin acts directly on muscle contraction. In very low doses, it temporarily blocks nerve transmission to the muscle, causing targeted relaxation.
This reduces expression lines without freezing features. The face looks more rested and naturally rejuvenated.
Treatable expression lines include frown lines, crow's feet and forehead lines.
Effects appear gradually within 3 to 5 days and peak after 10 to 15 days. Results last 4 to 6 months. Twice-yearly maintenance preserves them.
Combined treatment: botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid
Combining botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid treats dynamic and static wrinkles simultaneously for comprehensive, natural rejuvenation.
This personalised approach smooths expression lines, restores lost volume and improves overall quality.
The protocol is personalised to each patient's features, quality and desired effect.
Laser photorejuvenation: radiant skin without social downtime
Laser photorejuvenation acts directly on dermal quality and skin density. Recovery is straightforward and causes no interruption to daily activities.
Controlled laser light penetrates skin and stimulates collagen and elastin, essential proteins for density and hydration.
Photorejuvenation can:
- Reduce fine wrinkles and lines around eyes and mouth.
- Even complexion by fading pigmentation spots or diffuse redness.
- Refine skin grain and tighten pores.
- Improve overall radiance and firmness.
Sessions last between 20 and 30 minutes with moderate warmth. Several sessions a few weeks apart are generally recommended for optimal results. Effects appear gradually, with a brighter complexion and visibly rejuvenated skin.
Alongside injections or medical peels, laser photorejuvenation provides comprehensive, personalised care in Geneva: it does not alter volume but restores vitality, evenness and radiance.
Medical peels: skin radiance
Peels exfoliate superficial layers with specific acids (such as glycolic, lactic or trichloroacetic acid).
This stimulates renewal and collagen production. Skin is smoother, complexion more even and blemishes reduced.
Different types include superficial peels for a radiance boost, medium-depth for fine lines and deep for more pronounced regeneration.
They ideally complement injections.
Radiofrequency: firming without needles
Radiofrequency is innovative high-frequency electromagnetic technology gently heating subcutaneous tissue. Heat triggers collagen synthesis and improves microvascular circulation.
It suits those wishing to tighten lax facial-oval skin, reduce fine lines and improve quality and radiance without injections.
Results are gradual and cumulative, with visible tightening after a few sessions. Radiofrequency is a non-invasive preventive and restorative anti-wrinkle treatment.
Anti-wrinkle cosmetics: daily care and prevention
Although creams, serums and oils do not replace medical treatment, they remain essential to maintain results and prevent new wrinkles.
The most effective formulas contain pure hyaluronic acid for hydration, retinol for regeneration, peptides and antioxidants for oxidative stress protection.
Consistent routines optimise medical treatment effects.
How should the right wrinkle treatment be chosen?
Choice depends on age, wrinkle depth, quality and desired aesthetic result.
At the first consultation, Dr Romano precisely assesses muscle contraction areas, dermal and subcutaneous condition and overall volume and proportion balance.
This tailored approach determines whether to favour botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid, laser photorejuvenation or radiofrequency.
The aim remains the same: revive facial youthfulness without changing personality.
