By preventing excessive movement, anti-wrinkle injections can temporarily relax targeted facial muscles, reducing the appearance of dynamic wrinkles. Using botulinum toxin type A, which blocks the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contraction, the skin retains its smoothness, stopping deeper static lines from forming over time.
The most commonly treated areas include:
- Forehead lines: caused by repeated raising of the eyebrows
- Frown lines (glabella): caused by habitual frowning or concentration
- Crow’s Feet: fine lines around the eyes caused by smiling and squinting
Anti-wrinkle injections can also be used in the lower face to refine and balance facial contours:
- Masseter (jawline slimming and teeth grinding relief): helps soften a square jawline and alleviate bruxism (teeth grinding)
- Gummy Smile correction: reduces excessive gum show when smiling
- Lip flip: subtly enhances the upper lip’s shape and fullness
- Chin dimpling: smooths out an uneven or ‘pebbled’ chin texture
- Neck (Nefertiti Lift): lifts and tightens the jawline by relaxing the platysma muscle
After treatment, results will appear gradually over the course of 3-14 days, typically lasting between 3-4 months. Regular treatments help to prolong and enhance results over time.
This isn’t the kind of petrified, shocked look people tend to think of when it comes to anti-wrinkle treatments. At nu-beau our anti-wrinkle injections are a subtle yet effective way to smooth fine lines and refresh your appearance, while maintaining your face’s natural movements – no frozen looks here!
Whether it’s your upper or lower face, our anti-wrinkle treatments work by gently relaxing overactive muscles, stopping the gradual march of time across your skin. We can soften forehead lines, frown lines and crow’s feet, refine the jawline, reduce a gummy smile, soften chin dimpling and even slim the jawline for a more contoured look.
Quick, and virtually painless, there’s no downtime to this treatment either, making it perfect for anyone wanting a fresher, well-rested appearance with minimal effort. Results develop over the course of a few days and last for several months, keeping your skin smooth, youthful and beautifully balanced.
FAQ's
What are anti-wrinkle injections?
What brand do you use?
We use BOCOTURE and AZZALURE in clinic. This is botulinum toxin type A.
What are anti-wrinkle injections used for?
Anti-wrinkle injections are commonly used cosmetically to treat fine, moderate, and severe lines and wrinkles on the face. BOTOX is also used for many medical ailments, such as blepharospasm, migraines and excessive sweating. The most common cosmetic / medical aesthetic uses are to treat:
- Frown lines
- Forehead lines
- Crows Feet
With advanced uses treating:
- Gummy Smile
- Orange-peel / dimpled chin
- Teeth Grinding
- Jaw slimming / V-shape face
- Nefertiti lift (neck cords and / or jowl area)
- Bunny lines
How do anti-wrinkle injections work?
Essentially, the toxin stops the nerves from talking to the muscle, resulting in lesser movement and therefore smoothing and preventing lines and wrinkles.
When will I see the full results?
BOTOX typically starts to work within 3 – 10 days, with full results at 14 days.
How long do the effects of anti-wrinkle injections last?
The smoothing effects of anti-wrinkle injections typically last between 3-4 months. However, staying on top of your BOTOX injections helps to improve the skin and muscle tone, so over time many people find that they can go longer between treatments.
How long does the treatment take?
Are the results instant?
How many 'areas' do I need? What is an area?
Is there anything I should - or shouldn't do - prior to the treatment?
We advise you not to drink alcohol or take Ibuprofen within the preceding 24hours of your appointment, as this can increase the risk of bruising.
What can I expect after my treatment?
Not much! Immediately following injection, the treated areas may be slightly pink and / or ‘bumpy’ for 5 – 10 minutes. Then it’s just a case of waiting for it all to kick in!
Is there anything I shouldn't do after having Botox?
Do not touch the injected areas following your treatment. Do not massage the treated areas. Do not wear make-up for an hour (ideally six hours) following treatment. Keep moving the muscles that have been injected for around one hour after treatment as this helps the BOTOX to settle into the muscles (in other words, just move your face as normal!).
Anti-wrinkle injections really are a treatment you can have in your lunch break and return to work straight away, there really is no down time at all!
Are there any risks?
Anti-wrinkle injections are very safe when injected by experienced medical professionals (we have undertaken hundreds of anti-wrinkle injections
The main risks associated with Botox are associated with the injections themselves – that is, pinprick redness, pinprick bleeding (both of which resolve during the treatment), possible small transitory bumps immediately afterwards (which go within 5-10 minutes), and a small risk of pinprick bruising. There is a risk of dropping the eyebrow, raising the eyebrow, or dropping the eyelid – however, rest assured these are not only very rare when you are treated by a SKILLED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL, but are also correctable.
Are there any people that are not suitable for anti-wrinkle injections?
You cannot have anti-wrinkle injections if:
- You are pregnant
- You are breastfeeding
- You are taking certain antibiotics
- You have any chronic muscle or nerve conditions, such as Eaton Lambert syndrome, myasthenia gravis, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- You have any sensitivity to any of the product excipients – human albumin or lactose monohydrate
Anything else I need to know?
Anti-wrinkle injections are prescription only, which means if this is your first visit to us you MUST have a consultation at least a day before the anti-wrinkle injections.
This is to ensure product safety and suitability for YOU. Once you have been seen and treated with anti-wrinkle injections at least once, you are able to simply book and be treated without the need for any further, separate consultation.
Anti-wrinkle injections prices
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One Area £199
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Two Areas £249
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Three Areas £299
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Teeth Grinding & Facial Slimming £249
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Nefertiti Lift £299
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Lip Flip £129
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Gummy Smile £129
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Full Face £449
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Excessive Sweating £449
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ADD ON AREAS
When purchased with an area
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Bunny Lines £49
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DAO £49
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Gummy Smile £49
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Smokers Lines £49
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Dimpled Chin £49
Emma is simply wonderful! Thank you for an amazing consultation with honest and informative discussion. I’m looking forward to booking in again. x
Had a lovely facial treatment today with Emma. Lots of care and advice, and as usual a lovely experience. Thank you.
The clinic is in a beautiful location and Emma is lovely. I had the Geneo + facial and my skin looks more smooth and radiant wit less fine lines and wrinkles. Highly recommend!
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NU BEAU
The Pump House
4 Erringham Farm, Mill Hill
Shoreham-by-Sea
BN43 5FA