Anti-wrinkle treatments: what to know before you book.

5 minute read | Prescription treatment

What anti-wrinkle treatment is designed to do

Anti-wrinkle injections temporarily relax selected facial muscles. The aim is to soften lines caused by repeated expression, such as frown lines, forehead lines and crow's feet, while preserving enough movement for your face to still feel like yours.

At Aesthetx, the consultation matters as much as the treatment. Your muscle strength, facial symmetry, medical history and preferred result all influence whether treatment is suitable and how it should be planned.

Common areas clients ask about

• Frown lines between the brows, especially when they make you look tense or tired.
• Horizontal forehead lines, treated carefully to avoid heaviness.
• Crow's feet around the eyes, where subtle softening can brighten expression.
• Other advanced areas, such as jawline slimming or excessive sweating, only when clinically suitable.

What realistic results look like

Good anti-wrinkle treatment should not advertise itself. Most clients want to look fresher, less tired and more rested, not frozen. Results usually develop gradually after treatment, and full review timing will be explained during consultation.

Questions to ask before treatment

• Is this a prescription treatment and who is assessing my suitability?
• What result is realistic for my muscle movement and facial structure?
• What aftercare should I follow and when should I ask for help?