{"df226ae8-fb69-4583-a72e-59db675487cd":"Why do I have smokers’ lines if I have never smoked?","8c35ca6a-582e-4a50-8ba6-0df884b31d57":"The term smokers’ lines is misleading. These lines develop from repeated lip movement combined with natural ageing, sun exposure and thinning of the delicate skin around the mouth, not necessarily from smoking. Drinking through straws, whistling, playing wind instruments or simply having naturally thinner skin in this area can all contribute.\nMany of my patients have never smoked and still develop upper lip lines, they are a very common part of skin ageing."}