Smoker's Lines

Skin Problem

Effective treatments for smoker's lines — the vertical wrinkles around the lips.

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What is Smoker's Lines?

Smoker's lines, also called perioral wrinkles or lipstick lines, are fine vertical lines that radiate outward from the lips. Despite the name, they can develop in non-smokers too. The pursing motion of the lips and natural collagen loss cause these lines over time.

Causes & Symptoms of Smoker's Lines

Causes

• 1. Smoking (pursing motion and reduced blood flow)
• 2. Natural ageing and collagen loss
• 3. Repetitive lip movements (drinking through straws)
• 4. UV exposure
• 5. Genetic predisposition
• 6. Thin skin around the lip area

Symptoms

• Vertical lines above and below the lips
• Lipstick bleeding into lines
• Deepening lines over time
• Loss of lip volume and definition

Professional Treatments for Smoker's Lines

At MED-CLINIC we offer proven effective treatments tailored to your specific skin type and the severity of smoker's lines.

Botox

Small doses relax the orbicularis oris muscle to smooth lines.

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Fillers

Fine HA filler smooths lines and restores lip volume.

Profhilo

Bio-remodelling for improved skin quality around the mouth.

Need personal advice? Our skin specialists are happy to help you choose the right treatment during a free consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions about Smoker's Lines

Find answers to the most common questions about smoker's lines. Have another question? Feel free to contact us.

Can non-smokers get smoker's lines?

Yes, these lines develop from ageing and repetitive movements. They're common in non-smokers, especially after age 40.

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