Anti-wrinkle injections — commonly known as Botox® — are the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment in the world, and London is home to some of the finest practitioners in the field. When administered correctly by a skilled medical doctor, the results are remarkable: expression lines are smoothed, the face appears more refreshed and youthful, and the treatment can even prevent new lines from forming.
What Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Anti-wrinkle injections use botulinum toxin — a purified protein — to temporarily relax the muscles responsible for creating expression lines. When these muscles are relaxed, the overlying skin becomes smoother and the lines less visible. The treatment is most commonly used for forehead lines, frown lines between the brows (glabellar lines) and crow's feet around the eyes, but it has many other applications including brow lifting, jaw slimming and neck treatment.
How Long Do Anti-Wrinkle Injections Last?
Anti-wrinkle injections typically last 3–4 months, after which the muscle activity gradually returns. With regular treatments over time, many patients find that results last longer as the muscles become conditioned to the treatment. Some patients who have been having regular treatments for several years find that their results last 5–6 months.
How Much Do Anti-Wrinkle Injections Cost in London?
The cost of anti-wrinkle injections in London varies considerably. At Cosmetic Skin Clinic London, anti-wrinkle injections start from £200 for a single area. We use only premium botulinum toxin products — Botox® (Allergan), Dysport® and Azzalure® — and all treatments are performed by GMC-registered medical doctors. We strongly advise against choosing a practitioner based on price alone, as the quality of the outcome depends entirely on the skill and expertise of the practitioner.
Will I Look Natural After Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Natural-looking results are our absolute priority at Cosmetic Skin Clinic London. We use a conservative approach, administering the minimum effective dose to achieve a refreshed, rested appearance while preserving your ability to make normal facial expressions. You should still be able to raise your eyebrows, smile and frown — just without the deep lines. The frozen, expressionless look associated with poor anti-wrinkle treatment is always the result of over-treatment or incorrect placement.
What Are the Side Effects of Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
Anti-wrinkle injections are generally very well tolerated. The most common side effects are mild redness and swelling at the injection sites, which typically resolve within a few hours. Bruising is possible but uncommon. In rare cases, the toxin can spread to adjacent muscles, causing temporary drooping of the eyelid or brow — this is why it is essential to choose a practitioner with specialist training in facial anatomy.
Beyond Wrinkles: Other Uses for Anti-Wrinkle Injections
Botulinum toxin has many applications beyond wrinkle treatment. At Cosmetic Skin Clinic London, we use it for brow lifting, jaw slimming (masseter reduction for a more oval face shape), neck band treatment (the Nefertiti lift), excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), gummy smile correction and lip flip. During your consultation, your doctor will discuss all the options available to you.
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