Aesthetic Medicine Shifts Focus to Prevention: Experts Say now is the Time to Ward Off Wrinkles
MADRID, SPAIN – A growing movement in aesthetic medicine is advocating for a proactive approach to skincare, urging individuals to begin preventative treatments before visible signs of aging appear. Rather than solely focusing on correcting wrinkles and loss of elasticity, specialists are emphasizing strategies to maintain skin health and stimulate natural collagen production, effectively delaying the need for more invasive procedures down the line.
Victoria Núñez Vera, an expert in aesthetic medicine, explains this beliefs centers around working with the skin’s natural evolution, not against it. “It remains healthy and reflects the vitality of the patient. It is an accompaniment to its evolution, not a brake to it,” she states.
This preventative approach differs from corrective treatments, wich are employed when wrinkles are already established or skin firmness has diminished. Corrective techniques focus on restoring volume and addressing visible aging effects. However, Núñez Vera stresses that prevention and correction are complementary – delaying the need for future, more advanced interventions.
A key component of preventative care is the strategic use of botulinum toxin. Dispelling the myth of “frozen” faces, Núñez Vera clarifies that preventative applications utilize subtle, customized doses to “educate muscle,” preventing repeated facial expressions from creating permanent lines. “The patient remains himself, but with the confidence of being more rested,” she explains, adding that misuse is the only significant risk, and the procedure is safe in expert hands.
Beyond in-office treatments,maintaining long-term results requires a dedicated daily skincare routine. Núñez Vera recommends “broad spectrum photoprotection every day of the year,cosmetics adapted with antioxidants and retinoids,and a repairing break.”
Moreover, advancements in stimulating collagen and elastin – proteins crucial for skin firmness – are playing a vital role. Techniques like fractional radiofrequency with micro-needling, superficial chemical peels, and dermal redensification with hyaluronic acid are designed to activate internal regeneration processes and bolster the skin’s natural recovery capacity.
Ultimately, experts believe this shift towards preventative aesthetic medicine represents a move towards holistic skin health and a long-term investment in maintaining a youthful, natural appearance.