While many of us carefully and extensively care for our face with a skin care routine, the chest area is usually overlooked. Although chest wrinkles are a normal part of aging, they can shatter our confidence.
So what do you do when you have developed chest wrinkles? How do you keep it from deepening? They can't stop the signs of aging, but they can slow them down. Read on to find out all the reasons behind chest wrinkles and how to reduce their appearance once and for all.
What are chest wrinkles?
When you wake up one day and discover deep wrinkles on your chest and cleavage, these are the first signs of chest wrinkles. The skin in this area can also look creepy or saggy. If sun damage has occurred, you can also spot dark spots or dryness. Below are five reasons why you may have developed chest wrinkles. However, if you are more concerned about wrinkles on your hands, knees, and elbows, you should look into these simple tactics instead to reduce the signs of damage in those areas.
5 reasons why you have chest wrinkles
1. The natural aging process
As we age, our bodies produce less collagen and our skin has less elasticity. In particular, the dermis, the middle layer of the skin, becomes thinner, making it more difficult for the dermis to retain moisture.
2. Sun damage
Skin that is regularly exposed to harmful UV rays can cause long-term wrinkles and sagging in the chest, a symptom of sun damage. In fact, 80% of visible aging is caused by exposure to UV rays from the sun. If you get sunburned from tanning or spend a lot of time outdoors, be aware that sunburn causes collagen and elastin to break down quickly. As a dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, MD told Byrdie Magazine, "Over time, sunlight and free radical damage break down collagen, making this already thin-skinned area of the body even stronger."
3. Sleeping position
Are you a side sleeper? You may need to change your sleeping habits. Rachel also tells Byrdie that the two biggest causes of chest wrinkles are "loss of volume and recurring skin wrinkles." When sleeping on one side, the chest and neck are under pressure and the skin between the breasts compresses for hours and years.
As the New York Times explains, gravity forces the upper chest to go further past the centerline of the body than it should, which wrinkles the cleavage. If you are particularly well equipped (C or D cup and beyond), this sleeping position might be more of a problem for you.
4. Fluctuating changes in weight
Another factor is the stretching of the skin due to significant weight loss or weight gain. Weight changes to improve health are always positive, but if your body weight fluctuates, it can lead to deeper wrinkles. For example, your breast volume may change during and after pregnancy and breastfeeding, leading to more sagging or wrinkles around the breast.
5. Bras & shapewear
Unfortunately, the push-up bra that you wear can contribute to the development of your chest wrinkles. Push-up bras are designed to push your breasts up and together, and similarly, sports bras crush the skin between your breasts. This compression folds the skin between the breasts, further deepening the wrinkling.
3 ways to get rid of chest wrinkles
If your chest wrinkles are causing you a lot of grief, it is time to stop wearing those turtlenecks and follow some of these simple skin care tips.
1. Stop sleeping on your side
Avoid sleeping on your side or curling up in the fetal position as this will cause skin wrinkles. Instead, try to sleep on your back. Another option is to buy a chest pillow to keep you from turning on your side again. Or, for a DIY option, you can tuck rolled towels in and around your sides to prevent you from returning to your natural sleeping position.
2. Apply sunscreen with a high sun protection factor
Exposure to UVA rays prematurely ages your skin and leads to a loss of collagen and skin elasticity. To avoid this harmful exposure, apply sunscreen with an SPF greater than 30 daily. Also, look out for “Broad Spectrum” on the label as this formula protects you from both UVA and UVB rays.
The Lilikoi Mineral Defense Sport Sunscreen, for example, is a waterproof sports sunscreen for the face and body. Whether you are sweating in the gym or walking outside, it will protect your skin from sun damage during your outdoor activities.
3. Apply skin care products
We have collected a few Eminence organic skin care Products we believe are the perfect non-invasive breast wrinkle treatment. Eminence Organics Product Support Representative Nadira Kavanagh suggests starting with the Bamboo Age Corrective Masque. This lightweight formula contains a Natural retinol alternative designed to give the skin a firmer look.
If you have deep chest wrinkles, our Firm Skin Acai Exfoliating Peel offers important active ingredients to exfoliate and refresh the skin. With regular use of this peeling, the firmness of the skin is visibly increased, elasticity is restored and a younger looking complexion is visible.
To provide the skin with intensive moisture, Nadira recommends our Rosehip Triple C + E Firming Oil to smooth out wrinkles. This formula contains a moisturizing combination of rose hip oil, jojoba oil and sea buckthorn oil, which gives the skin a firm and plump feeling.
Nadira says: “Our Hibiscus Ultra Lift Neck Cream contains ours Advanced Instant Lift fX formulation to give an instant, toned look. "This should make the area look rejuvenated and toned, according to Nadira. You can also choose a night option that does the job while you sleep – our Monoi Age Corrective Night Cream for Face & Neck thanks to the use Monoi, a moisturizing oil from Tahiti, firms the skin and greatly reduces the appearance of wrinkles Argan stem cell complex.
Visit our Spa Locator to find the Eminence Organics Spa closest to you for more information on how to target wrinkles on the chest.