Beautiful lips: how to reverse the aging process?

Blue lips are a fairly harmless symptom at first glance. Blue lips are most often not perceived as a sign of any disease, but are associated with exposure to low temperatures on the body. It is not possible to unambiguously explain why lips are blue, since a change in their color is not always associated with cold. Blue lips during hypothermia are explained by a narrowing of the blood vessels, and as a result, they are not filled with blood. This reaction is protective - the body provides nutrition to vital organs such as the brain, heart, kidneys, etc.

Blue lips can also be observed with cardiovascular pathology, lack of oxygen, anemia, etc.

Yusupov Hospital is a powerful medical institution that provides medical services at a decent level twenty-four hours a day. Doctors not only know all the reasons why a person’s lips turn blue, but they also know how to examine correctly, without missing important elements. Significant is the fact that specialists have at their disposal all the necessary equipment - the hardware of the Yusupov Hospital puts it at a level higher than other clinics in Moscow. If this symptom is the result of a serious illness that threatens the patient’s life, it is necessary to transfer to the intensive care ward, which in the Yusupov hospital is equipped with mainline oxygen, the patient is connected to a cardiac monitor, and, if necessary, artificial ventilation, defibrillation and cardioversion are performed, both portable and stationary devices. You can make an appointment by phone or online.

Why do lips dry out?

Dry lips occur due to several factors, such as:

• dry or windy weather;
• frequent stress;
• habit of licking lips;
• taking medications that affect the functioning of the salivary glands and muscles around the mouth;
• increased body temperature during illness;
• intoxication processes;
• allergic reaction to cosmetics;
• diabetes;
• kidney diseases;
• bad habits.

Lips often become dry in people who are on diets or follow a vegetarian diet. In such cases, the condition of the lips worsens due to a deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins, which are found in foods of animal origin.

Homeopathic medicines

Homeopathy will help eliminate the unpleasant symptoms manifested in pale skin. Homeopathic medicines for the symptomatic treatment of pale lips act on the cause that caused the symptom:

1. Calendula (Calendula) – eliminates the consequences of aggressive environmental influences;
2. Bryonia (Bryonia) – prescribed for dry mouth;
3. Calcium phosphoricum (Calcium phosphoricum) – for candidiasis, leukoplakia, dental problems;
4. Arsenicum album (Arsenicum album) – for heart problems accompanied by a feeling of pressure in the chest; works as a short-term cardiac stimulant;
5. Antimonium tartaricum (Antimonium tartaricum) - helps with plaque in the mouth, with a feeling of emptiness in the chest in adult patients with heart problems;
6. Carbo vegetabilis (Carbo vegetabilis) - for heart problems, cyanosis, accompanied by pale skin; also for gastrointestinal diseases;
7. Oxalicum acidum (Oxalicum acidum) - in case of cyanosis on the face in adults;
8. Arnica montana (Arnica) – for physical weakness with anemia, pallor of the skin;
9. Hamamelis (Witch hazel) – from anemic symptoms after the flu, blood loss, diarrhea, also helps with a tendency to bleeding;
10. Ferrum phosphoricum (Ferrum phosphoricum) - from weakness caused by anemia, with exhaustion of the body, loss of strength caused by this disease of various etiologies.

What should beautiful and healthy lips look like?

Beautiful and healthy lips are characterized by the following signs:

• evenness and smoothness of the skin;
• symmetry of the corners of the mouth;
• the presence of a pink or red tint to the lips;
• absence of peeling, cracks and purse-string wrinkles;
• convex volume of the labial border;
• absence of jams, pigmentation and pathological manifestations.

It is also important to pay attention to the presence of a hollow above the upper lip and a cupid's arch, which should be clearly defined.

CO2 fractional laser and mesotherapy – subsequent rejuvenating procedures around the mouth

You can also rejuvenate the skin around your mouth using a fractional CO2 laser. The laser light will stimulate the deeper layers of the skin to produce collagen and natural renewal. This procedure will get rid of unsightly wrinkles around the mouth and make the skin more elastic.

To reduce wrinkles and restore skin smoothness, you can also choose a needle mesotherapy procedure. This is a non-surgical method that restores the healthy appearance of the skin. A professional will select the drug that suits you, which will be administered using a syringe with a thin needle. You won't have to wait long for results. The skin will become moisturized and tightened just a few days after the procedure.

Rejuvenation of the skin around the mouth using mesotherapy before and after

Top 10 tips on how to care for your lips

To keep your lips smooth and hydrated, follow these tips:

1. Regularly exfoliate the skin of your lips with special scrubs or a damp, thick towel.
2. Moisturize and nourish your lips with herbal balms; in the summer, you should additionally use products with SPF filters.
3. Maintain a drinking regime of drinking 2 liters of clean water per day.
4. Include in your diet foods high in omega-3 fatty acids (nuts, vegetable oils, vegetables and herbs, fatty fish).
5. Stop smoking, as tobacco smoke dries out the thinnest skin of the lips and leads to the formation of purse-string wrinkles.
6. Wash off makeup not with soap, but with two-phase makeup removers. In addition, while washing your face, it is good to do simple exercises to strengthen the orbicularis oris muscle. It is necessary to tightly compress and unclench your lips, and also pronounce the letters A, O, U, Y.
7. Take complexes containing vitamins A, C, E and group B.
8. Apply only high-quality cosmetics to your lips that do not contain camphor, phenol, aniline dyes and heavy metal salts.
9. It is recommended to add lip masks to winter care, or replace them by applying a restorative cream at night.
10. It is important to remember that cosmetic procedures play a huge role in maintaining external beauty. Therefore, do not forget about professional salon care for thin and delicate lip skin.

Cosmetics are not enough

There are different ways to fight the aging process. There is no way to stop the process, but you can slow it down and reduce the visible impact. Proper lip care is important, which includes moisturizing and protecting lips from harmful external factors. The skin around the mouth is especially thin and sensitive, so you need to pay special attention to it.

Daily moisturizing of the mouth area, protection from UV radiation, anti-wrinkle cosmetics and a proper diet will definitely help keep your lips beautiful longer. However, there are methods of aesthetic medicine and cosmetology that are more effective than home methods, which give more lasting and more noticeable results.

Moisturizing lips

Lip treatments in Moscow

Therefore, in situations where you need help in restoring or correcting your lips, it is better to contact Dr. Korchagina’s clinic.

We offer you only the best and most effective procedures:

• lip augmentation and correction with hyaluronic acid – a minimally invasive injection technology based on the introduction of fillers with hyaluronate; manipulation helps to correct the shape of the lips, as well as eliminate dryness, peeling and pallor of the lip border;
• Botox injections - botulinum toxin injections block muscle contractions, which allows you to keep the skin of the lips smooth without creases and wrinkles;
• lip contouring – subcutaneous injection of filler gels ensures enlargement, smoothing of the lip contour, elimination of purse-string wrinkles and folds in the corners of the mouth;
• permanent lip makeup – tattooing evens out color, makes lips voluminous and bright, eliminating congenital defects and minor imperfections.

The selection of the optimal method for lip restoration is carried out taking into account the individual characteristics and skin condition of the patient.

To make an appointment for a consultation and procedures at the Korchagina clinic, write to us on the website or call us by phone.

Causes of cheilitis

Exposure to adverse weather conditions.

The disease often develops as a result of exposure to unfavorable climatic factors, which include ultraviolet radiation, too low or high air temperature. For this reason, cheilitis often affects people whose work involves regular exposure to fresh air.

Development of an allergic reaction.

One of the reasons for the development of cheilitis is an increase in the sensitivity of the lips to various irritants, mainly of chemical origin.

In this case, the area of ​​the red border of the lips is most often affected and, less often, the mucous membrane. If you do not consult a doctor in a timely manner and do not undergo treatment, the disease can spread to the skin surrounding the lips. Most often, the disease develops due to the use of lipsticks. This is explained by the fact that their composition includes the dye eosin and specific fluorescent substances. The plastic of dentures, aromatic fillers included in toothpastes, etc. can also act as irritants. The disease mainly affects women aged 20-60 years.

Presence of an underlying disease.

Cheilitis on the lips can be a symptom of some disease and manifest itself against the background of neurodermatitis or atopic dermatitis. Eczematous cheilitis is formed with various eczemas, macrocheilitis - with neuritis of the facial nerve in combination with a folded tongue. The most common cause of the disease is dermatoses. The skin of the lips, mucous membrane and red border can also become inflamed with systemic and infectious diseases (psoriasis, tuberculosis, lichen planus, erythematoses, etc.).

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What to do if you feel faint: first aid

All first aid techniques during a pre-fainting state are aimed at preventing the onset of full-fledged fainting. Let's look at all the necessary steps in detail.

• The first is to provide oxygen access to the room, and, if possible, take a comfortable position. Remove all objects that put pressure on the chest and neck (scarf, tight collar, tie). To better saturate the blood with oxygen, it is necessary to take rhythmic inhalations and exhalations. If the breathing process is difficult, ammonia will help. A sweet, warm drink in the form of tea also helps relieve an attack. If you suspect evaporation of harmful substances in the room or a gas leak, you should quickly leave the building and go outside.
• After the crisis has passed, the body must be provided with the required amount of fluid, which involves consuming at least 2.5 liters of water per day. Taking drugs such as Asparkam and Panangin will normalize the balance of electrolytes in the blood and ensure normal blood supply to all organs. And, of course, it is necessary to establish the cause of the pathology.
• If you have chronic fatigue syndrome, you must take the necessary vitamins and minerals and ensure all conditions for normal work and rest. In case of hypotension or anemia, the cause of this condition should be immediately determined. Since some pathologies require immediate medical attention.

Everything we talked about in this article needs to be known and remembered by every person. Because presyncope attacks develop suddenly, which can pose a serious threat to life. After all, at this moment a person can cross the roadway or drive a car. The most important thing when providing first aid to yourself or your loved ones is to prevent full-blown fainting from developing.

Primary appointment with a neurologist: 1850 RUR.

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Application of METROGYL DENTA®

METROGYL DENTA® is used in the complex treatment of most infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, since it has a direct antibacterial effect on pathogenic microorganisms that contribute to the development of inflammation. METROGYL DENTA® does not mask the symptoms of the disease, but helps eliminate the cause of inflammation (pathogenic bacteria). METROGYL DENTA® helps cope with the treatment of cheilitis in adults over 18 years of age.

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The information in this article is for reference only and does not replace professional advice from a doctor. To make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment, consult a qualified specialist.