{"7139eaa1-a3c8-41e6-8bea-bbf2be110df9":"What Causes Upper Lip Lines?","09b096a5-3744-49b5-aca3-68c5a759cee3":"<p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">Upper lip lines usually develop from a combination of natural ageing and everyday habits. Many people are surprised to learn that smoking is just one of several contributing factors. Understanding what is driving your lines helps me choose the safest and most effective treatment plan for you.  </span></p><p> </p><h3><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">The most common causes include: </span></h3><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Natural ageing and collagen loss, which thins the delicate skin around the mouth </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Age-related loss of bony support under the lip, which allows lines to deepen over time </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Repeated lip movements, such as talking, drinking through straws, smoking, whistling or pursing the lips </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Years of sun exposure, which breaks down collagen and elastin in this thin, exposed area. On the Wirral coast, reflected UV from the water and drying sea winds can further stress the delicate lip area. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Genetics, which influences how early lines appear and how deep they become </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Dehydration and poor barrier care, which make lines look more visible </span></p><p> </p><p><span style=\"color:hsl(0,0%,100%);\">- Smoking, which accelerates collagen breakdown and restricts blood flow to the skin, as well as requiring repeated pursing of the lips.</span></p>","00524f8a-98d9-4f47-b5d0-b4c407115118":[7110],"fb812f21-7614-47e0-b55a-8ed5607b5f4b":false}