Where on the Face Can BOTOX® Be Injected?

Botox Areas

Upper face Botox areas 

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Lower Face Botox areas

The most area of use for BOTOX® is the face. By relaxing different facial muscles – from the forehead to the neck – wrinkles can be minimised, .

Where to get Botox on the Upper face

are the vertical creases that appear between the eyebrows, generating a tired or angry look. This is a very effective area on which to use BOTOX®. An can subtly smooth these frown lines, resulting in a rejuvenated and more relaxed appearance. If the lines are deep set, the is likely to recommend treatment with in combination with Botulinum Toxin, which is a highly effective way to fill and smooth the area simultaneously. If you are still looking for your best anti-wrinkle injections practitioner, take a look at our dedicated blog where we share some great tips on .

Forehead lines, also known as wrinkles or surprise lines,’ become more apparent as we age. Excessive  can give the face and skin an aged appearance.

If you’re starting to see traces in your late 20s or early 30s it is best to consider exploring preventative treatment options. The more you wait to address your forehead wrinkles the more difficult it will be to achieve the best possible results.

forehead lines are mostly due to genetic ageing. Sun damage or smoking can also result in the formation of creases that are deeper and more difficult to treat. Our anti-ageing injectables can lessen the effect of forehead but may not remove the lines completely.

During your consultation, your practitioner might recommend a combination of BOTOX^® and another treatment, such as , , or . If you would like to learn more about with Botox take a look at our dedicated blog where we thoroughly discuss the main causes, best treatment and more. Learn more about the different stages of these common wrinkles in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond from our blog..

‘Bunny lines’ are the creases that appear when the nose wrinkles up; for example, when we sniff or smell something.

The careful of anti-wrinkle injections at either side of the nose can reduce the appearance of these lines. An experienced practitioner should administer the injections as your smile can be affected if they are not carried out properly. Learn more about on our dedicated blog.

There is an advanced technique that can be used to sculpt and lift the eyebrows to form the shape you desire. Sometimes called a chemical brow lift’ or BOTOX® facelift’, this procedure involves an experienced practitioner placing injections in a careful combination of areas on the upper face to .

The brow is well supported and its position above the eye remains high on younger faces. However, the effects of ageing can cause the brow to drop, giving the eyelid a ‘hooded’ appearance. This can create horizontal folds in the skin.

can be used very effectively to counteract this effect, raising and defining the eyebrows. However, it’s to use the treatment sparingly in this area to avoid the recognisable overarched, ‘surprised’ look.

In any case, recent , characterised by the natural-looking, low arch seen on celebrities such as Kristen Stewart and Emma Watson.

But since every person’s face is unique, the precise placement of the injectable treatment and intended overall result will be determined .

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With careful assessment, anti-ageing injectables in this area can also help alleviate drooping eyelids – an effect that can make the eyes appear .

BOTOX® can be used to soften fine creases beneath the eyes, but this delicate area must be treated with expert precision and care. The muscle targeted in this region also plays a role in supporting the lower eyelid, so improper placement or excessive dosing may result in unwanted side effects, such as a mild drooping of the eyelid.

If you are concerned about under-eye bags, the area between the lower eyelid and upper cheek, a different approach may be more suitable. In many cases, a dermal filler treatment to restore volume and smooth the tear trough can offer a more effective solution. In some instances, a combination of Botulinum Toxin and dermal fillers may be recommended for optimal results.

During your consultation at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic, your practitioner will assess your specific concerns and advise on the most appropriate, tailored treatment plan.

For example, ‘bags’ under the eyes are often caused by , meaning . Alternatively, at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic we offer and , which can also treat hollowing in the tear trough area.

Your practitioner will be able to advise on the best course of treatment for your concern during the consultation.

For more information about dermal fillers, or visit our .

Where to get Botox on the Lower face

The fine lines around the mouth also known as or ‘‘, become more apparent with age are another ageing concern. Most cosmetic practitioners would recommend treating these with dermal fillers rather than BOTOX®.

We use muscles in this area when we smile and for other facial expressions. Some practitioners might use Botulinum Toxin injections to help with and improve a person’s smile, this is usually carried out in conjunction with dermal fillers.

For other lines around the mouth, most practitioners would recommend the use of dermal fillers to smooth the wrinkles, creating a refined surface to the skin with minimal, if any, risk.

As we get older, the muscles in the chin, known as the mentalis muscles, become overactive – meaning they flex more often than they should, creating a dimpled, puckered appearance.

The following issues worsen the situation:

chin dimpling can be used to relax these muscles, thereby and reducing the overall dimpled effect.

can develop on the neck as we age due to a number of factors, including:

can be used to smooth the neck in a procedure known as the . It is at relaxing two types of lines around the neck:

Horizontal – As we get older, horizontal creases or bands naturally form on the neck. We can reduce these lines by injecting small of Botulinum Toxin above and below the wherever they appear – this could be all the way around the neck. Some practitioners refer to this as a BOTOX® ‘necklace’. These types of lines can be treated with a combination of injectables and .

Vertical – Some people, especially those who exercise a lot, develop rope-like vertical protrusions on their neck that are particularly apparent when they speak. The platysma muscles cause these bands to develop. They strengthen and grow through years of eating, straining and general tension in the jaw. The muscles extend from the top of the chest to the lower jawline and can be more apparent when a person smiles. We sometimes refer to sagging platysma muscles as a ‘‘.

However, we can smooth and relax these bands with a BOTOX® treatment.

Prolonged episodes of and jaw clenching – known as bruxism – can result in:

Bruxism occurs subconsciously, often during sleep. Sleep conditions, such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (in which your natural breathing patterns are disrupted), have been linked to incidences of bruxism, as well as stress.

Bruxism may not be permanent; however, episodes often occur during times of great anxiety. Sufferers are also prone to overly clenching their jaw when concentrating particularly hard while awake.

injected into the jaw area can relax the muscles and treat the condition.

To find out more about Botulinum Toxin A treatment or to , . Our team of expert practitioners are one of the best rated cosmetic doctors for Botox and Fillers, and our clinic has an excellent reputation for high standards, with a 5-Star rating.

How to find our clinics?

The Cosmetic Skin Clinic in London is located in Harley Street and within walking distance of Baker Street, Oxford Circus and Bond Street tube . We’re also conveniently located and just a quick train ride away from Paddington or Kings Cross St Pancras Train Stations.

The Cosmetic Skin Clinic in Buckinghamshire is situated in Stoke Poges and near Gerrards Cross (Chiltern Railway) and Slough’s (First Great Western) station. If you’re travelling by car, the M25, M4, M40 and A40 roads, makes it very convenient to reach from Kingston upon Thames, Wembley, Richmond, and from the Surrey area.

The Cosmetic Skin Clinic Bournemouth is situated in the centre of Bournemouth, the golden strand of the South Coast. Our Bournemouth location is a stone’s throw away from award-winning beaches and a short drive from luxurious Sandbanks, home to Millionaires Row’.

The Cosmetic Skin Clinic Northampton is situated in a charming period building called The Gatehouse within St Andrew’s Hospital grounds on the outskirts of Northampton city centre where we are with our surgical sister clinic – , providing a peaceful and discreet setting for your skin treatment or consultation.

The Cosmetic Skin Clinic Lymington can be found in a beautiful mews on Gosport Street, Lymington.

The Skin Clinic Kent is located within Barham Court, a beautiful English country house in the village of Teston, Maidstone.

For more details about and the best way to reach us based on your means of transportation, please take a look at our dedicated clinic location pages.

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