Is There a Difference Between Fine Lines and Wrinkles?

Fine lines and wrinkles are two common signs of skin aging that in case you haven't realized — are likely to appear on your face one day. Skin naturally loses moisture and elasticity as you age and as fat in the deeper layers of your skin breaks down, lines become more pronounced.

It’s totally possible to embrace aging skin while addressing fine lines and wrinkles so if you fall into that category, keep reading to learn the difference between fine lines and wrinkles.

What Are Fine Lines and Wrinkles?

Chances are you already know what wrinkles are and you might lump fine lines into the same category but, they’re actually different. Think of fine lines as baby wrinkles — they’re not wrinkles yet but create the basis for them.

Fine lines are created when you continue to make the same facial expressions — leading to repeatedly contracting muscles, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). With continued contracting of those same muscles, the fine lines mature and turn into deep wrinkles that become permanent.

Wrinkles are deeper, more prominent lines and are much harder to reduce the appearance of. In short, think of fine lines as the precursor to wrinkles.Skip the slider: New _Shop Product

Can Fine Lines and Wrinkles Be Reversed?

There is a better chance of reversing fine lines than wrinkles and it’s more favorable to try and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles rather than reversing them. As we said, fine lines are what happen with repeated contract of the same muscles — leading to wrinkles.

Being proactive with your lifestyle choices and skin care is optimal for preventing fine lines and wrinkles. Using SPF and hydrating skin care products along with retinol and makeup that doesn’t settle into fine lines all may help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

Source: L'Oréal