Nasolabial folds, also known as smile lines, are the creases extending downward from the sides of the nostrils to the corners of the mouth. In youth, they appear only when smiling. As one ages, these lines become visible even when not smiling, resembling parentheses.
Many assume the eyes are the first to show aging, but it's actually the nasolabial folds near the nose that truly reveal your age. When skin is firm and resilient, nasolabial folds are absent—even after sleeping face-down all night, no visible lines appear the next morning.
However, once skin begins to sag, even sleeping on your back can leave deep lines on either side of the nose by morning. This signals your skin has entered the aging phase. At this point, many ask: How can nasolabial folds be removed?
The truth is, wrinkles can only be prevented. Once they appear, routine skincare alone won't eliminate them. To remove nasolabial folds, surgical intervention is necessary. Since they result from skin laxity, a facelift is an effective solution. Another option is injecting hyaluronic acid to stimulate collagen production and restore youthful skin. Many celebrities now opt for hyaluronic acid injections as a popular anti-wrinkle treatment.
Skin aging and sagging are inevitable. Since most people won't opt for cosmetic surgery, early prevention is key before nasolabial folds appear. Skin laxity stems from collagen loss, so regularly consume collagen-rich foods like pig's trotters and pork skin. Additionally, frequent facial massage can effectively reduce wrinkles. Avoid sleeping on your stomach.