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08/09/25

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How Long Does Anti Wrinkle Injections Last For?

At Perfect Skin Solutions, Portsmouth’s award-winning skin clinic, one of the most common questions we hear is: “How long does anti wrinkle injections last?” This treatment has become one of the most popular non-surgical treatments for those looking to smooth fine lines, reduce dynamic wrinkles, and achieve a more youthful appearance. But before beginning your journey, it helps to understand how anti wrinkle injections work, how long the effects last, and what to expect from the treatment process.

A woman with botox injections

How Anti Wrinkle Injections Work

Anti wrinkle injections, often referred to as botox injections, use a purified form of botulinum toxin. This substance works by temporarily relaxing specific facial muscles responsible for repeated facial expressions such as frowning, squinting, or smiling. Over time, these expressions create dynamic lines that show up as frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, bunny lines, lip lines, and even a gummy smile.

By reducing muscle movement in the treated area, the injections allow the skin to rest. This smooths out fine lines and softens wrinkles, making the complexion appear more refreshed and natural.

How Long Do Anti Wrinkle Injections Last?

So, how long do anti wrinkle injections last? On average, the results typically last three to six months. The duration can vary depending on several factors, including:

Treatment area – areas like the forehead and crow’s feet may metabolise faster than deeper lines such as frown lines.
Muscle strength – stronger nearby muscles, such as the masseter muscle in the jaw, often require repeat treatments sooner.
Skin type and age – younger people with good skin elasticity may see longer lasting results.
Lifestyle factors – smoking, sun exposure, and poor sleep can shorten results, while a healthy diet and good skin care may lead to longer lasting results.
Aftercare instructions – following advice from your experienced practitioner, such as avoiding strenuous activity or rubbing the injection site, can help maximise results.

With subsequent treatments, many clients find their wrinkle injections last longer as the facial muscles gradually adapt to reduced activity.

Does Anti Wrinkle Injections Hurt?

A common concern is whether anti wrinkle injections hurt. The procedure involves very fine injections into the treated area, and most patients report only mild discomfort, often described as a quick pinch. At our clinic, we ensure the treatment process is carried out by medical professionals in a calm, comfortable environment.

Is Anti Wrinkle Injection Treatment Safe?

When performed by an experienced practitioner, anti wrinkle injections are considered a highly effective and safe procedure. At Perfect Skin Solutions, all doctor led treatments follow strict safety protocols to ensure both natural beauty and patient confidence.

Possible side effects are minimal and temporary, such as mild bruising at the injection site. Our team provides clear aftercare instructions to ensure the best recovery and results.

What Can Anti Wrinkle Injections Treat?

Anti wrinkle injectables are versatile and can be used for both cosmetic and medical reasons. Popular cosmetic treatments include:

Reducing forehead lines, frown lines, smile lines, and crow’s feet
Softening bunny lines, lip lines, and wrinkles around the upper lip
Lifting the eyebrows for a refreshed, fresh faced look
Improving concerns such as gummy smile or sagging skin
Jawline contouring by reducing the size of the masseter muscle

Beyond anti wrinkle treatments, botox is also an effective treatment for issues such as chronic migraines and excessive sweating.

Combining With Other Treatments

For many clients, achieving a truly natural result means combining anti wrinkle injections with other treatments. Options such as dermal fillers are excellent for adding volume and addressing ageing concerns like sagging skin. Together, these treatments enhance natural beauty while maintaining a balanced treatment plan.

Aftercare and Repeated Treatments

To maintain your youthful appearance, repeated treatments are usually recommended every 3–4 months. Each patient is unique, and the duration your wrinkle injections last will depend on your skin type, lifestyle, and response to the treatment. Over time, subsequent treatments often deliver smoother, longer lasting results.

Book a Free Consultation

If you are considering anti wrinkle treatment and want to learn more about how the procedure can work for you, Perfect Skin Solutions offers a free consultation with our expert team. We will take the time to understand your concerns, create a personalised treatment plan, and ensure your results are subtle, natural, and confidence-boosting.

Discover how to maintain healthy, glowing skin while embracing your natural part of ageing with confidence. With doctor led treatments and professional care, you can enjoy smoother fine lines and wrinkles and a refreshed, youthful appearance.

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Always a lovely warm welcome to the clinic. Great treatment, loving the results from the Exosomes with microneedling as double treatment protocol. Skin looks and feels great, would recommend even with the commitment of regular 5 treatments over a course of time. Dionne always explains and is consistent with her approach.

— Sue | Exosomes

Chronic jaw clenching and TMJ pain has resulted in very poor sleep quality for many years. This in turn has made neck and upper back tension worse feeding into a vicious cycle of poor sleep and pain. This has no doubt impacted on all aspects of my physical and mental well-being. Having BTX in my masseters was literally life-changing for me. My sleep quality improved significantly. I felt so refreshed in the morning which meant I had energy for my day ahead. My neck and back were also treated which meant even more relief in this area too. I feel more alive now! A wonderful side effect was that my face also looks more aesthetically pleasing; not an outcome I was bothered by but now that I have it, I love it! Erika, Portsmouth.

— Erikiah | BTX-A (Anti-wrinkle injections)

I had the Dermalux treatment. It’s was wonderful and the results were instant my skin is glowing, skin tone has evened out. What a wonderful product. Thank you guys.

— Michelle – Dermalux Tri-Wave MD

Thank you for your wonderful service. Friendly, competent, and professional. I was put at ease before the procedure and reassured throughout. We also had a nice, intelligent, random subject chat afterwards! Perfect. The procedure site is healing very well indeed. When I look in the mirror, I sigh with relief that the mole has been removed. It has increased my personal confidence and self esteem dramatically. I would absolutely recommend this practice for all minor surgeries.

— Leonie | Mole Removal

The staff were amazing and made me feel really at ease. I had 5 moles removed from my face that have bothered me my whole life. I’m so pleased with the results. My skin looks so clear!

— Claire | Mole Removal

A very responsible clinic, with professional and friendly staff. I have had two moles removed using Plexr with Dr Vivek Shrivastva and was very happy with the whole process. The first healed extremely well and am anticipating a similarly excellent result with this most recent removal.

— Hannah | Mole Removal