An expert has issued a grim warning to anyone who has a Stanley cup, or may have recently received one in their Christmas stockings. The cult-favourite tumbler that everyone from youngsters to TikTok influencers can't seem to put down might just be the sneaky culprit behind those pesky smoker's lines.
Described as fine vertical wrinkles around your lips, excessive sipping could be the cause of these premature lines due to the famous straw feature that the tumbler's have become known for. Speaking to The Mirror, one dermatologist warns it might be time to ditch the traditional straw in favour of "anti-wrinkle" options instead.
Amish Patel, an award-winning Aesthetics Practitioner and Skincare Expert at Intrigue Cosmetic Clinic, explains the sipping motion can cause premature wrinkles. "The combination of repetitive muscle movement and the natural ageing process will create wrinkles," she says.
"As we age, our Collagen levels deplete. Collagen is the scaffolding that gives our skin that youthful volume and plumpness. So, for example, repetitively drinking through a straw can in some cases, accelerate the formation of wrinkles around the lips.".
The Stanley Cup's signature lid and straw combo, while fantastic for keeping you hydrated, may encourage constant puckering. That repeated motion is a recipe for premature wrinkles. "Factors such as lip shape, genetics, sun damage and lifestyle also play a considerable part in the ageing process," she adds. "Hence, it's not always as simple as saying that something will lead to wrinkles, but it's fair to say that repetitive movement will result in wrinkles forming over time.".
