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Lines going down either side of my nose --- does any thing help with this?

AngelPuppy1 — Thu, 15 May 2025 09:57:06 GMT

I don't know what you call these lines? Is there a special name for them?? Besides ugly!

Anyway, when I don't wear makeup, I don't even really notice them or think they are that noticeable. But, when I do, they seem more pronounced. Ugh -- no --- not what I'm wanting to highlight!

Is there a product that I could use to smooth over these vertical lines to make them look less noticeable when wearing makeup? Would some kind of primer just in that area work before applying makeup - or what?

Thanks!

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Desertdi — Thu, 15 May 2025 10:08:55 GMT

Re: Lines going down either side of my nose --- does any thing help with this?

hopi — Thu, 15 May 2025 11:22:53 GMT

Using a facial toner machine like NuFace or Suzanne Somer really helps to tone your face.

Also the way you apply your make can make a world of difference in hiding them or accenting them. Wish it was possible to put an instagram page up on here that really changed the way it I applied my makeup. It's not even a one minute process. I use Laura Geller which is a very natural look.

Part of the trick is to get a nice light concealer stick Laura Mercie Flawless Fusion is a favorite.

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Shanus — Thu, 15 May 2025 11:22:59 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 Like many of us, lines and wrinkles appear as we age. Lack of volume happens causing sagging and folds not just our faces.Lol

Unless you're having photos made where you can "fudge" the lines with white concealer to bring the area forward, products that temporarily plump the area (many leave a white crusty look), there's not much to do.

Try a good moisturizer and that's about all I know that may keep the area plumped.

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Citrine1 — Thu, 15 May 2025 11:57:32 GMT

Well, gee, @Desertdi thanks for that slap of reality. hahahaha

Just kidding. Your pictures are always greatly appreciated!

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FranandZoe — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:35:15 GMT

Try

RoC Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Advanced Retinol Serum, Wrinkle Filler Treatment

It works nicely on my forehead lines. About $30 at Amazon or Walmart, etc.

It works great when applied and is supposed to have long term effects too.

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Big Joanie — Thu, 15 May 2025 13:20:17 GMT

I am horriied what has happened to my face as I have

aged ... I too find make up makes me look worse ..

what to do ?? Well .. I'm alive and healthy at 78 ...

So I avoid mirrors and photos and grin and bear it ..

I will add that the C Pap mask is not helping ....

Re: Lines going down either side of my nose --- does any thing help with this?

JudyL — Thu, 15 May 2025 14:02:10 GMT

I have the nasolabial lines that I think you're talking about. Not much I can do about them. A primer may help keep makeup from settling in them.

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Effie54 — Thu, 15 May 2025 14:13:53 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 I totally hear you! The lines seem to pop up overnight. I have them as well and haven't found anything that really helps. I have sensitive skin, so I can't use a lot of retinols. Dermal fillers can help smooth them out. I had it done years ago and it looked great - and lasted for years.

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foxywoods — Thu, 15 May 2025 14:37:30 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 Fillers help. Painful though.

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just bee — Thu, 15 May 2025 14:54:57 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:

@Desertdi

Wow! It's nice to have a name for every flaw.

Until now, I just had two words: Neapolitan mastiff.

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Desertdi — Thu, 15 May 2025 15:06:56 GMT

@just bee

I use low-wattage light bulbs... di

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shy bobcat — Thu, 15 May 2025 15:09:07 GMT

I am wondering why the photo shows a youthful side with full makeup and color on face and hair, and with false eyelashes. The mature side seems to have no makeup or hair color.

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rochelleS — Thu, 15 May 2025 17:51:48 GMT

@shy bobcat

The photo is split to show the age progression of all parts of the face.

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rochelleS — Sat, 17 May 2025 01:29:57 GMT

@AngelPuppy1

Side sleeping makes my wrinkles worse. Especially the nasolabial lines and the decollete. Sleeping on your back and staying well moisturized helps alot.

I've found two different products that temporarily plump my forehead and my baby marionette lines quite nicely but nothing yet that gives the same results to my nose to mouth lines. So I just softly smile alot. Seriously, this does soften the lines for me. Plus a lighter concealor when I do wear some light makeup like @Shanus and @hopi suggestedHopi

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Citrine1 — Thu, 15 May 2025 20:02:03 GMT

@just bee I LOVE your sense of humor!

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shoekitty — Thu, 15 May 2025 20:22:01 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 I call them Howdy Doody lines, or marionette, lol. There are temporary serums, that sort act like glue diminish them. Then make up experts put concealers in certain colors to diminish them. Lauren Hutton had the best palate for that, with directions. But I imagine that's long gone...or not.

ETA. Well, it must be gone because I saw a complete palatte on eBay for 275.00 bucks. Says it benefits charity. But stilllll. I see Laura Geller has a similar one on Amazon. But IDK about that one.

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Steffdoggy10 — Fri, 16 May 2025 03:27:22 GMT

I've never thought that the lines between the nose and the mouth look bad at all as far as aging goes. Now the marionette lines below the mouth really give an aged look because they kind of pull your lips down and make you look down and sad. Just my opinion.

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Spacrazy — Fri, 16 May 2025 04:31:54 GMT

@Desertdi Fascinating details ~ thank you for posting this diagram. I've never seen one this detailed.

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AngelPuppy1 — Fri, 16 May 2025 09:31:52 GMT

@Desertdi

Yikes -- that picture is scary! I guess from the the picture I am talking about Nasolabial folds! I also have slight Glabellar lines but they are not that bad.