Fine lines are shallow creases, often first around the eyes, mouth and forehead. Deeper wrinkles follow as the skin's collagen and elastin decline, a process accelerated by UV exposure, smoking, dehydration, poor sleep and repeated expressions.
Skin concern
Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Fine lines and wrinkles form as skin loses collagen, elastin and moisture with age and sun exposure. At Flourish TCM Clinic in Yaletown, Vancouver, non-surgical options include microneedling, TriPollar RF, bio-current and lymphatic facials, and the Anti-Wrinkle Laser Facial, from $170.
TCM sees the face as a reflection of internal health. Lines and dullness are linked to reduced circulation of Qi and blood to the face, and to depletion from stress, poor sleep or overwork. Care looks at both the skin and the whole person.
Treatments that may help
Skin Care & Facials
Microneedling + LED
Designed to trigger the skin's collagen-building repair response
Skin Care & Facials
TriPollar RF Skin Tightening
Radiofrequency warmth aimed at firmness and fine lines
What to expect
No treatment stops aging. Collagen-focused treatments such as microneedling and RF work gradually, over weeks, usually as a series. Daily SPF, sleep and hydration make any treatment go further.
Terms to know
Full glossaryGlossary
Collagen induction
TechnologyCollagen induction is the skin's repair response to controlled micro-injury, which prompts new collagen and elastin to form over weeks.
Glossary
Radiofrequency
TechnologyIn skin care, radiofrequency (RF) is energy that gently heats the deeper skin layers to tighten collagen fibres and support firmness.
Glossary
Bio-current
TechnologyBio-current, or micro-current, therapy uses a very mild electrical current, delivered at Flourish through the therapist's bare hands during massage.
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What's the most effective non-surgical option for wrinkles?
It depends on your skin and goals. For texture and fine lines, microneedling is often a starting point; for firmness, RF tightening. A consultation helps match the treatment to you.
Are these facials an alternative to Botox?
They work differently: they don't relax muscles or add volume. They're gentler, non-injectable approaches.
At what age should I start?
Whenever you'd like. Prevention (SPF, hydration) matters at every age.
Can I combine treatments?
Yes. The clinic offers combined OxyGeneo and microneedling series.