Anti-Wrinkle Injections
Anti-wrinkle injections use precisely mapped botulinum toxin to relax overactive facial muscles. The aim is not a frozen face—it’s calmer expressions, smoother skin, and natural movement. Doses are tailored to your anatomy and facial dynamics so you keep your character while softening lines.
What can anti-wrinkle injections improve?
- Frown lines (glabella) and horizontal forehead lines
- Crow’s feet around the eyes
- Bunny lines on the nose
- Subtle brow elevation when anatomy allows
- Chin dimpling / mentalis strain, down-turned corners (DAO modulation)
- As part of the Nefertiti pattern for neck bands and jawline pull-down
For etched, static creases or volume-related shadows, we may add Dermal Fillers, Skin Boosters, Polynucleotides or gentle resurfacing.
Popular treatment areas (and my approach)
- Forehead & glabella: balanced dosing to smooth lines while protecting brow support.
- Crow’s feet: light, multi-point pattern for a softer eye area without flattening your smile.
- Brow shaping: selective inhibition for a subtle lift (case-dependent).
- Lower face & neck: mentalis, DAO, and platysma when pull-down vectors mark the jawline (see Nefertiti Lift).
“Baby Botox” (micro-doses) is available for prevention and first-timers who want ultra-subtle change.
The appointment, step by step
- Photos & mapping of expression patterns
- Skin prep and optional numbing
- Micro-injections with ultra-fine needles in targeted points
- Aftercare briefing and optional check visit at ~2 weeks for fine-tuning
Time in clinic: ~20 minutes.
Back to routine: immediately.
Aftercare & timeline
- Avoid rubbing the area, vigorous exercise, sauna/steam for 24 hours
- Keep the skin clean; makeup after a few hours if intact
Onset: ~3–5 days
Peak: 10–14 days
Typical duration: 3–5 months, varying with dose, muscle strength and metabolism. We plan light maintenance to keep results consistent and natural.
Who is (and isn’t) a candidate?
Good candidates want softer expressions, look rested without changing their facial identity.
Not treated in cases of pregnancy/breastfeeding, active skin infection at injection sites, certain neuromuscular disorders, or recent events/medications that increase risk (reviewed in consultation).
Safety & transparency
- Conservative, anatomy-led dosing; no one-size-fits-all units
- Layer-aware placement to minimise brow/eyelid heaviness
- Medical-grade asepsis and documentation every session
- If a line is skin-driven (not muscle), we recommend skin-focused solutions rather than over-relaxing muscles
Anti-wrinkle vs Mesobotox (what’s the difference?)
- Anti-wrinkle injections: placed in muscle to relax movement lines.
- Mesobotox: placed intradermally in micro-doses to refine pores, shine and micro-lines without weakening expression muscles. We may combine them when appropriate.
FAQs
Will I look “frozen”?
No. Mapping and micro-dosing preserve natural movement; the goal is relaxed, not rigid.
How often will I need treatment?
Most patients refresh every 3–5 months; intervals may lengthen as muscles condition.
Can it lift my brows?
A subtle lift is possible when your brow–forehead balance allows it; we assess this carefully first.
What if lines remain after treatment?
If a crease is etched into the skin, we pair toxin with Skin Boosters/Polynucleotides/resurfacing or selective filler support.
Is there downtime?
No formal downtime—minor redness or tiny marks clear within hours; occasional small bruises resolve in a few days.
Thoughtful combinations
- Nefertiti Lift for neck bands and jawline definition
- Slim Lower Face (Masseter) for clenching or lower-face width
- Dermal Fillers for volume-related shadows
- Skin Boosters / Polynucleotides / Chemical Peels for texture and glow
