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Facial Exercises May Worsen Wrinkles, Expert Warns

3/19/2025

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Facial exercises might not be the wrinkle-fighting solution many hope for, warns plastic surgeon Alan Matarasso. While a study hinted at slight improvements in facial fullness, its limited sample size raises doubts. Matarasso cautions that repetitive movements could actually deepen wrinkles, stressing that genetics and sun exposure are the true culprits behind skin aging.

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Facial exercises might not be the wrinkle-fighting solution many hope for, warns plastic surgeon Alan Matarasso. While a study hinted at slight improvements in facial fullness, its limited sample size raises doubts. Matarasso cautions that repetitive movements could actually deepen wrinkles, stressing that genetics and sun exposure are the true culprits behind skin aging.