Wrinkle Care Myths Debunked: What Really Works?
If you own a wrinkly dog like an English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pug, or Shar Pei, you know how adorable those squishy faces and rolls can be! However, the wrinkly cuteness is requires a bit of extra skincare, and unfortunately, there's a bunch of bad advice floating around online (and at the dog park).
Let’s bust some of the most common wrinkle care myths and get to the bottom of what really works to keep your dog happy, healthy, and smelling fresh.
🐾 Common Wrinkle Care Myths
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Myth #1: "I can just use baby wipes."
Baby wipes may seem like an easy option, but they often contain perfumes, oils, and alcohol that can irritate your dog’s sensitive skin. Worse—they don’t fight the bacteria, yeast, or fungus that love to hide in dog skin folds. -
Myth #2: "If the wrinkles look clean, they are clean."
Nope! Wrinkle folds are dark, moist areas—perfect for bacteria to grow. Infections can start even before redness or smell shows up. Prevention is key. -
Myth #3: "All wrinkles need is a little powder."
Some people use baby powder or cornstarch to "dry" the folds. The problem? Powder can clump, trap moisture, and make infections worse. It’s not a long-term solution and can lead to more irritation. -
Myth #4: "Coconut oil is all you need."
While coconut oil can soothe skin, it doesn’t kill bacteria or fungus on its own. Using it without cleaning first can seal in moisture and bacteria—causing more harm than good. -
Myth #5: "Wrinkle infections are just part of having a wrinkly dog."
False! Wrinkle infections are preventable with the right dog care routine. You don’t have to accept constant redness, odor, or itching as “normal.” -
Myth #6: "It’s okay to ignore the wrinkles in winter—they only get dirty in summer."
Even in cold weather, moisture, drool, and bacteria build up in skin folds. Year-round dog care is important for wrinkle health!
What Actually Works
Wrinkle care doesn’t have to be complicated—just effective. That’s where Squishface comes in to save the day!
Squishface Wrinkle Wipes
These specially designed wipes contain ketoconazole and chlorhexidine, two highly effective ingredients that help kill bacteria, yeast, and fungus. Unlike regular wipes, these are made specifically for wrinkly dog breeds and won’t irritate the skin. They’re great for cleaning:
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Facial folds
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Paws
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Between toes
- Tear Stains
And the best part? They’re fragrance-free and exclude ingredients commonly found in other dog products such as lanolin, beeswax, and alcohol!
Squishface Wrinkle Paste
After wiping with a Squishface Wrinkle Wipe, apply this paste to keep your dog's wrinkles dry and protected. The Wrinkle Paste creates a water-repellent barrier on the skin, which keeps moisture out and reduces the chance of skin infections in dogs.
🌿 Soothing Ingredients That Go the Extra Mile
Squishface Wrinkle Paste isn’t just protective—it’s also packed with skin-loving ingredients like:
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Shea butter – deeply moisturizes dry or irritated skin
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Coconut oil – soothes and softens
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Avocado oil – full of healthy fats and vitamins to support healing
Together, they create a gentle, nourishing formula that can be used from head to toe. Think beyond the wrinkles—this paste is great for:
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Tear stains
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Tail pockets
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Dry patches
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Between toes
The Bottom Line:
Your wrinkly dog doesn’t have to suffer from itchy, smelly, or red skin folds. By avoiding common myths and using the right dog care products like Squishface Wrinkle Wipes and Wrinkle Paste, you can give your dog the clean, healthy skin they deserve.
Stick to a simple routine:
🧼 Clean with Wipes
🛡️ Protect with Paste
🗓️ Repeat once a day
Happy wrinkles = a very happy pup. That means more kisses, less itching, and no more stinky snuggles.
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