| Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Overview | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sessions Required | Sessions are required every 4-6 months | Duration of Results | 3-6 months |
| Downtime | Minimal downtime | Session Duration | 10-15 mins |
| Good for | Crow’s feet lines, forehead lines, glabella frown lines, bunny lines (nose wrinkles), enlarged or square jaw due to masseter hypertrophy, bruxism (teeth grinding), gummy smile, downturned lip corners, Nefertiti facelift, regulate sebum production, migraines, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) at the armpits and palms, Calf and shoulder slimming. | ||
What is Anti-Wrinkle Treatment?
Conditions associated with muscle activity can be treated with Anti-Wrinkle Treatments. It is most well-known for its effect in smoothing out fine lines, preventing wrinkle formation, and slimming the jawline. But that’s not all – Anti-Wrinkle Treatment is also able to effectively regulate sweat and sebum production.
How does Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Work?
Anti-Wrinkle Treatment works temporarily by blocking nerve signals in the muscles. It prevents the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contraction. Without acetylcholine, the muscle is unable to contract as it normally would – this temporary weakening of the muscle reduces the appearance of wrinkles associated with facial expressions.
How Are Anti Wrinkle Treatments Performed?
An appropriate dose of Anti-Wrinkle solution is injected into the targeted treatment area – if a muscle is being treated, it will weaken the target muscle’s activity, which prevents unwanted skin contraction. This softens the appearance of wrinkles, prevents worsening, and in some cases may even erase the wrinkles.
For bulky muscles such as jaw masseters, a larger amount of Anti-Wrinkle Solution will be injected. This results not only in muscle relaxation, but also shrinkage of the muscle, giving you a slimmer and more feminine looking jawline.
For treatment of excessive sweating and sebum regulation, micro doses of Anti Wrinkle Treatment are injected at multiple points within the entire treatment area. This has an effect of decreasing sweat and oil production at the treated areas.
Anti Wrinkle treatment may take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete, depending on the area(s) done.
What can Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Treat?
Anti Wrinkle Treatment are commonly used to treat the following wrinkles:
- Forehead lines
- Crow’s feet
- Glabella frown lines
- Bunny lines (nose wrinkles)
- Gummy smile
- Downturned lip corners
Besides the above skin concerns, Anti Wrinkle Treatment can also be used for issues such as:
- Enlarged/square jaw due to masseter hypertrophy
- Bruxism (teeth grinding)
- Nefertiti facelift
- Regulate sebum production
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) at the armpits and palms
- Calf and shoulder slimming
- Migraines
FYI: Anti Wrinkle Treatment can be used in micro doses (Baby Anti Wrinkle Treatment) for overall skin rejuvenation and to treat conditions like rosacea and acne. If you’re looking to address multiple skin concerns at once, consider our Glass Skin Customised Skinbooster instead – this treatment is a combination of micro doses of Anti Wrinkle Treatment, tranexamic acid, hyaluronic acid, amino acids and vitamins for overall skin health.
Is Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Painful?
Concerned of pain during Anti-Wrinkle Treatment? Most patients find the procedure surprisingly tolerable. These treatments are administered using ultra-fine needles, nearly as thin as a strand of hair, ensuring minimal irritation.
To further enhance comfort, our experienced doctors apply a topical numbing cream and use an advanced vibration device to ease any sensation at the injection site. Many clients report that the procedure feels even less painful than standard facial extractions.
At our clinic, your well-being is our top priority. If you have any concerns before or during your session, simply speak with our staff — we’re committed to making your experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Will I Look Plastic or Fake after Anti-Wrinkle Treatments?
Worried about looking unnatural or “frozen” after Anti-Wrinkle Treatment? You’re not alone — but rest assured, when performed correctly, these treatments deliver subtle, age-defying results without compromising facial expression.
Contrary to popular myths, the overly artificial appearances often linked to cosmetic procedures are typically the result of poorly done plastic surgery, excessive use of injectables, or badly administered dermal fillers — not Anti-Wrinkle Treatments themselves.
A skilled practitioner uses precise techniques to enhance your features while maintaining natural movement. The results? A refreshed, youthful glow that’s noticeable without being obvious. Most people won’t even guess you’ve had anything done — they’ll just think you look incredibly well-rested and younger than your years.
What Can Anti-Wrinkle Treatments Do?
When treated early, Anti-Wrinkle Treatments help to prevent wrinkles from becoming heavy creases on the skin. In individuals with prolonged wrinkles, the lines can be deeper and more difficult to treat. In such individuals, the use of fillers may be considered in conjunction.
Anti-Wrinkle Treatments can also reduce muscle bulk to give a sharper face, slimmer arms or calves, and even reduce the activity of sweat glands to reduce sweating in the palms or armpits.
When handled by a skilled doctor, Anti-Wrinkle Treatment can also help in skin lifting. As with any procedure or treatment, results vary between individuals.
Read more about what Anti-Wrinkle Treatments can do.
Is Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Safe?
Botox injections are usually safe when you’re under the care of a licensed and skilled health care provider.
Data for both for short- and long-term use of Botox in the treatment of wrinkles go back about 20 years.
The procedure can result in unwanted results or even cause harm if it’s given incorrectly. Possible side effects and unwanted results include: pain, swelling or bruising at the injection site.
Also, receive only HSA-approved brands and preparations of botulinum toxin to ensure that your treatment is safe.
What Post-Treatment Precautions Are There?
After undergoing the treatment, you should avoid facial massages for a week.
Benefits
Best For
- Visible reduction of fine lines and dynamic wrinkles
- Achieve smooth and youthful skin with a natural and relaxed look
- Improve overall skin texture with tighter and smoother appearance
Men and women who want to soften the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face.
FAQs
Most side effects are temporary, mild, and usually associated with any injectable treatment. These include:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Bruising
Anti Wrinkle Treatment is best for dynamic wrinkles i.e. lines caused by facial muscle movements, such as crow’s feet and forehead lines. For deeper wrinkles caused by age, the concurrent use of fillers or energy-based devices may be required. Our doctors will advise which treatment combination is best for you.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment is generally injected into muscles to weaken them, whereas fillers are injected into various layers of the skin to lift and support it through restoring facial volume. In short, Anti Wrinkle Treatment and fillers are injected into different parts of the face, they provide different effects, and they are not interchangeable.
Micro Anti Wrinkle Treatment is essentially Anti Wrinkle Treatment but in much smaller doses – the biggest difference is instead of lifting, Micro Anti Wrinkle Treatment is used for skin rejuvenation, such as to achieve ‘glass skin’. Notably, Micro Anti Wrinkle Treatment is very helpful for oily skin problems and to create a matte complexion.
Having a broad face can be due to 3 factors: bone, fats and large chewing muscles. Anti Wrinkle Injection works best for face slimming if the cause of your wide jaw is due to large chewing muscles. Please note that Anti Wrinkle Injection cannot change your bone profile significantly (e.g. broad face due to a naturally squarish jaw). However, continued Anti Wrinkle treatments for large masseters over a long period of time have been shown to slightly improve a broad, squarish jawbone. A consultation with a doctor will help you determine which face slimming treatment is best for you.
Read more about Jaw Reduction Treatment.
Yes, Anti Wrinkle Treatment is very safe and approved for use by doctors. It has been used for various medical purposes since 1989. For the treatment of wrinkles for example, the amount we inject is much less than that used to treat conditions such as tight muscles in stroke patients. With that said, it’s essential to follow the recommended dosage and undergo the treatment at a reputable clinic.
The effects of Anti Wrinkle Treatment typically last for about 3 to 6 months. After that, the treated muscles gradually regain their normal function, and wrinkles may reappear.
When you stop doing Anti Wrinkle Treatment, you will not look worse than before. In fact, you will look better than someone of the same age who has never done Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
Once the effects of Anti Wrinkle Treatment wears off (~3-4 months), your skin will simply go back to its pre-injected state and look and feel the same as it was before. In other words, the ageing process is put on ‘hold’ during the time you are on Anti Wrinkle Treatment.
Addiction refers to our inability to resist things which are harmful to us such as alcohol, smoking and illicit drugs. Such substances alter complex neural and chemical pathways in the brain to create dependence.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment has not been proven to cause such changes in our brains, and we can choose to stop Anti Wrinkle treatments at any time. People look forward to regular Anti Wrinkle Treatments because it makes us look our best.
It is recommended to start Anti Wrinkle Treatment in your late twenties to early thirties, which is the age where our skin starts losing the ability to produce collagen. By starting treatments early, we can prevent wrinkles from appearing, which would otherwise be more troublesome and costly to treat in future.
After your Anti Wrinkle Treatment, you should avoid:
- Touching or rubbing the treated area
- Strenuous physical activity for the next 24 hours
- Drinking alcohol for the next 24 hours
- Hot saunas, hot showers or other forms of heat exposure for the next 24 hours
- Prolonged sun exposure for the next 24 hours
- Lying down on the treated area for the next 2-3 hours
- Facials for at least a week
- Doing more Anti Wrinkle Treatment – be patient and wait for the recommended time frame before assessing the results. It may take a few days to a couple of weeks for the effects to become fully apparent.
Your provider will provide specific pre-treatment instructions, but generally, it’s a good idea to avoid alcohol and prolonged sun exposure before the procedure.
When done correctly, Anti Wrinkle Treatment will not result in saggy skin. In fact, certain Anti Wrinkle treatments such as Nefertiti facelift are performed to achieve a lifting effect.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment is suitable for most people with mild to moderate wrinkling.
Anti Wrinkle treatment may not be suitable for individuals with the following conditions:
- A documented history of allergies to Anti Wrinkle Treatment or other similar products
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- An active skin infection in the area intended for treatment
- An ongoing herpes zoster (shingles) or herpes simplex (cold sore) infection
- Chronic medical conditions affecting nerves or muscles, such as myasthenia gravis or motor neuron disease
Following your procedure, you can do simple facials 24 hours after. For chemical peels, facials that involve machines (hydrafacial, I2PL, M22) or anything with pressure (bojin, gua sha) we recommend waiting one week. For anything that involves a dermaroller or RF, we recommend waiting two weeks.
