Where are Marionette lines?

Marionette lines are the lines that extend from the corners of your mouth down to the sides of your chin, resembling the lines that marionette puppets have. Our Marionette lines often become more pronounced when we age, due to the loss of skin elasticity and volume. These lines can create a down-turned appearance and can sometimes referred to as "puppet lines." We can improve the appearance of your marionette lines through cosmetic treatments like dermal filler.

When do Marionette lines appear?

Our marionette lines typically begin to appear in our late 30’s to early 40’s, although the exact timing can vary based on your genetics, skin type, and lifestyle factors. Our Marionette lines often become more noticeable as our skin loses collagen and elasticity with age, which can cause the skin to sag and create these lines. We offer a variety of treatments to reduce the severity of your marionette lines, although we often start with volumising products, we have several other options, such as clearlift laser, which aids the production of collagen to improve the elasticity of your skin!

What causes marionette lines

Although there isn’t one definitive cause, factors such as repetitive facial expressions, sun exposure, smoking, and natural aging processes all contribute to the formation of marionette lines.

How do you get rid of marionette lines?

There are several methods to reduce or manage marionette lines, depending on your preference for non-invasive or more intensive treatments. Here are some common approaches we take at BYGOLDEN.

• Dermal filler

• Anti-wrinkle

• Laser Treatments

• Microneedling

• Chemical Peels

• TCA Peels

Are Marionette lines smile lines?

Marionette lines and smile lines are related but not the same.

Smile Lines (Nasolabial Folds) These are the lines that run from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth. They become more pronounced when you smile or laugh, hence the name.

Marionette Lines These lines extend from the corners of your mouth down to the sides of your chin, creating a downward slant. They can give a more aged or sad appearance and often become more noticeable with age as skin loses elasticity and volume.

While both types of lines are associated with facial expressions and aging, smile lines are more related to the movement and expression around the mouth, whereas marionette lines are more about the sagging and descent of the skin.

Are Marionette lines genetic?

Yes, genetics can play a significant role in the development of marionette lines. Looking at a loved one, may be like looking into the mirror. If your parents or close relatives have prominent marionette lines, you might be more predisposed to developing them as well.

Genetic factors influence skin structure, elasticity, and how your skin ages over time. If you have a family history of early aging signs or specific facial features, these genetic predispositions can affect when and how marionette lines appear. However, lifestyle factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and overall skincare habits also contribute to their development.

Will marionette lines improve with weight loss?

Your marionette lines may change with weight loss, but the effect can vary depending on several factors, including;

Volume Loss Weight loss often leads to a reduction in facial fat. If you lose weight, you might notice that your marionette lines become more pronounced because the loss of fat can accentuate the lines and sagging.

Skin Elasticity Weight loss can impact your skin’s elasticity. If your skin is already losing firmness or if it’s stretched from excess weight, it might not bounce back perfectly, which can influence the appearance of marionette lines. However, don’t fear. As stated above, we offer several treatments to improve your skin’s overall health & appearance. Treatments such as clearlift laser as non-invasive & help wind back the clock.

Overall Appearance In some cases, weight loss can lead to a more defined facial structure, which might make the marionette lines less noticeable if the overall facial volume is balanced.

Can Marionette lines be corrected?

Yes, we offer several treatments that can improve the appearance & severity of your marionette lines. We have achieved some excellent results for our clients looking to improve the appearance of their marionette lines. We would always recommend booking a full facial assessment, which gives our clinicians the ability to assess your facial features & create a custom treatment plan, that’s as unique as you.

Which filler treats marionette lines?

Although we can’t recommend specific products, we have various options available for treating marionette lines.

The choice of product/treatment will depend on our cosmetic clinician’s analysis after reviewing your facial features & skin