Another one on Marrionette Lines

Definitely ask the assistants, Lilypops. They’ll show you how to apply it properly for the best result.

Suedonim. Thankyou so much for replying , I am going to JL this week and I need a new foundation, I will look at your Dior recommendations. Many thanks. I think it’s worth going down this route first before thinking fillers.

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“Beauty and the Boutique”, channel on youtube, ‘tackling Marionette lines’ read the helpful comments, too.
There are many helpful videos on youtube.

Ive done the ooo/ah exercises for years, convincing myself it helps, but its the looking down, as now on my ipad
or phone, knitting or crafts, reading a book, cruel gravity, softens and weakens our chin, neck and drags everything down, mother earth wanting her pound of flesh.

Sleeping on ones back with a rolled pillow beneath ones
neck is supposed to help although mighty uncomfortable.
Sudden weight loss can exacerbate the lines in loose flesh.

For £1 a day you could have a Collagen supplement - we have one with vitamin C which aids absorption which also incidentally, helps control my eczema.
I don’t think we are allowed here to say the brand we have
tried and tested, but it’s American and vegan.

A shorter hairstyle, layered, thicker, will lift your face.

You could have a lower face lift? pain discomfort and at 6-9 weeks, a long recovery period which you may feel is worth it, you are only 73 after all.

Ive had a beauty salon non invasive little rollers throat/facial lift for a birthday treat a few years ago which made my skin tighter, was remarked on positively, a real confidence boost if you like to be pampered, now wondering why I don‘t indulge in another ?!

You would not know whether you had wasted your money on fillers and upkeep until you had the procedure and could well be delighted.

Google Kim Novak, or Priscilla Presley before you decide.

Surely it can't actually be collagen - as that is derived from animals... maybe it helps build collagen? OR maybe it's engineered to mimic collagen?
What is it exactly please?

Thanks!

I’m 70, I have Hifu facials once a year
It’s not cheap but it’s very effective

Stoker48, JuicyLucy and Geordiegirl, thank you for the encouraging messages. You have definitely made my mind up, my daughter has botox at a reputable clinic, so I will have fillers done there.

Cookiemonster, you look great. Thanks for advice.

I also have really bad marionette lines and I am 59, never smoked , tea total and veggie for 50+yrs. I have started using a sensse skin lift face toner from BOOTS for the last week, on red LED which promotes collagen production in the skin. It has a 15 min timer, and I can see the difference already, especially on my turkey neck and saggy jowls. I use it twice a day, morning and night, basically massage the machine upwards,using a water based serum. I buy the BOOTS own brand aqua hydrating booster serum, so that the machine glides over the skin otherwise it will drag on dry skin, it also vibrates to encourage the muscles to tighten. I also use the green LED to reduce my dark spots, so far I am impressed how different my face looks in just one week! here is the link!!!! www.boots.com/sennse-led-skinlift-face-and-neck-toner-device-10369569

I have also had fillers.
I have them done by a GP who also has a private cosmetic treatment business.
I asked her which I should have - either the marionette lines or the ones from nose to top of mouth.
She replied that just having one lot done would not look good so do both or neither.
She was right.
I’ve had them both done twice.
The last treatment was about 30 months ago and still looks ok.
I’m pretty frugal with myself over lots of things but I don’t begrudge a penny of this.
Good luck with whatever you decide.

No creams or potions work so don’t waste your money or time. I had fillers £400 the result was excellent, it lasted around 18 months/2 yrs definitely worth treating yourself if they bother you that much.

Botox or fillers.

Thank you for complimentary replies and good advice. I have a completely different outlook this morning, so thank you again.

I always tell myself that the lines on
my face are the price of growing old.I've known many who've had their lives cut short at an early age.
For me, now 71, old age is a bit of a blessing. I've noticed more lines since turning 70, and yes, I wish my skin was still youthful, but I really don't understand those who spend so much money trying to hide their age.
For me, looking reasonably presentable when I go out is enough. My hair is neat, and I wear light make up. Let's face it, next year, if we make it, if we are blessed with another year, will bring yet more facial lines to agonize over.
I think a great beauty idea is to try and be at peace with your looks as you age.
To each our own if course, but that philosophy about ' loving yourself just as you are' goes a long way towards inner peace, especially when facing the mirror in the winter of our lives.
Smile at yourself...Have your reflection smile back.
Just an alternative view.

It only looks like that if you look in the mirror! Luckily others aren't nearly as judgemental as we are to ourselves.

I had cataract operations and although thrilled that I could see clearly, I was shocked to see my wrinkles. I had honestly believed I had none, or very few.

Your DH is genuinely worried about you and loves you as you are.

I think a primer under your foundation acts like poly filler! Makes lines look less & foundation lasts longer

You are very lucky if that's all you've got to worry about. I've lost all my hair. It's a nightmare. I'll swap your marionette lines.

Also, I bet they go away when you smile?
So, smile 😁

Oh mate, you look great! Seriously, have friends in their mid 50s and early 60s with deeper lines.

I have them too. I have never had an attractive mouth. Has anyone tried facial exercises? Do they work?

Luckygirl, well done for embracing yours, I wish I could, my mouth area looks so miserable even when I'm smiling.

Hollysteers, can you tell me how much you paid for the marionette procedure and how long does the filler last. Thanks

Lilypops I was at the Dior counter. No particular reason for that choice - it was the just the nearest to the escalator! The items I have are Forever Glow (star filter). I use that on all my face, a very light layer. A small blob goes a long way! Then I use Forever Skin Corrector on areas such as the dark areas around my eyes, and the lines from the side of my nose to the corner of my lips and then the marionette lines. Again, you only need a little.

Obvs, you’ll need to find the correct shades for you, but I’ve been very happy with my new products.

I have them. I embrace them. They are who I am now.
Photos and mirrors are so unforgiving ... in real life are faces are alive and people are looking at our eyes.

My sister is another Botox fan.

I had liposuction on my neck in 2018 and was very pleased, it gave me a jawline again.
Now, fillers in my marionettes and Botox.
Taken years off.

Honestly, didn't realise it was a problem for so many. I will try all the advice e.g. exercise, make-up and even try to constantly smile, lol. Thanks everyone