Biohacker says their forehead wrinkles are almost gone thanks to a $16 gel – and they only use it a few days each month
AN affordable gel visibly reduced the appearance of forehead wrinkles for one person obsessed with improving their appearance.
They began to reverse the signs of aging after experimenting with the product originally marketed as a scar treatment.
They took to Reddit’s Biohackers forum in response to a user asking for tips to prevent wrinkles.
Biohacking typically involves enhancing the body using everything from health technology to topical treatments and dietary supplements.
WRINKLE WARRIOR
Posting under the handle Icmedia, the Redditor revealed how they achieved a more youthful appearance using a topical product.
“I know this is highly anecdotal, so please take it with a grain of salt…,” they said.
“I had a really bad scar from being attacked a few years back, and Mederma scar gel made it go almost completely away.
“Then I thought, ‘I wonder how this would work on the fine lines developing on my forehead and around my eyes?’
“I’ve only used it for a few days at a time each month, but they’re almost completely gone now.”
Mederma Advanced Scar Gel costs $16 on Amazon.
Ingredients include allantoin, cepalin, panthenol, and sodium hyaluronate to heal the skin while locking in moisture.
The manufacturer recommends applying it daily to reduce the appearance of old and new scars.
Shoppers have given it a 4.3-star rating out of a possible 5.
One customer penned a review saying it got rid of their wrinkles within 10 days of consistent use.
The Redditor shared a tip for how they achieved an equally impressive result using the gel.
Anti-aging tips and 'superstar' products
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told The U.S. Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the fundamental basics of a beauty routine are the same for all ages — it should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
“Moisturizers are my superstar, even over products containing active ingredients,” she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces natural oils, and seals them in, literally stabilizes your skin.
“This in itself quickly can soften the appearance of fine lines and texture, as often these are worsened by dehydration.
“It also allows the skin to function as it should.
“It then can heal faster, which, among many things, can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, less flares of dermatitis and rosacea, and shorter-lived, milder breakouts.”
Dr. Moore’s skincare staples:
- Obagi Hydrate and Hydrate Lux moisturizer, $78
- Adequate sleep
- Balanced diet
- Reducing stress
“Again – it’s just my own, personal experience, but it made logical sense when I decided to try it,” they said.
“Tip: It only takes a very small amount per application, as it’s extremely thick (just a tiny dab, rubbed in, at each spot you want to improve).”
INCREDIBLE INGREDIENTS
Many people were intrigued by the gel hack and said they were going to try it for themselves.
According to Medical News Today, allantoin is a natural compound found in many hydrating and soothing skincare products.
Research has shown that it can improve skin barrier function, wound healing, and reduce acne symptoms.
Beauty products also commonly contain panthenol, a substance derived from vitamin B5.
It reduces inflammation, soothes and hydrates skin.
Experts recommend using moisturizing products routinely to keep skin healthy.