Treatment for Expression Wrinkles
A non-invasive medical treatment designed to smooth expression wrinkles on the forehead, glabella (frown lines) and eye contour, caused by repeated facial movements. Achieve a more relaxed, youthful and balanced facial appearance without losing your natural expression.
Aesthetic and regenerative medicine clinic on Rambla de Catalunya, in the heart of Barcelona.
What are Expression Wrinkles?
Expression wrinkles are lines that form on the skin as a result of repeated facial movements—such as frowning, raising the eyebrows, smiling, or squinting. Over time, these habitual gestures gradually leave marks on the skin’s surface.
Also known as dynamic wrinkles, they typically appear in the upper third of the face, especially on the forehead, between the eyebrows, and around the eyes.
Most common areas for expression wrinkles:
- Forehead
- Glabella (frown lines)
- Eye contour (crow’s feet)
As we age, these lines become deeper due to the gradual loss of collagen and skin elasticity.
Why do expression wrinkles appear?
Expression wrinkles form as a result of repetitive facial movements we make every day: frowning, laughing, squinting, etc. Over time, these continuous gestures begin to leave marks on the skin.
In addition, there’s a progressive loss of collagen and elastin, two essential proteins that help keep the skin firm and elastic. As we age, the skin loses its ability to recover, and these lines become more visible.
Factors such as sun exposure, stress, lack of sleep, or even genetic predisposition can speed up their appearance.
Treatment with neuromodulators effects
The treatment against expression wrinkles brings relaxation to the face, preventing wrinkles from becoming marked and giving us a fresher and more youthful expression. The face appears relaxed and rested, eliminating the air of sadness, worry or tiredness that appears over time. It also relaxes the forehead and softens crow’s feet.
In particular, the gaze acquires a particularly relaxed appearance by acting on the wrinkles between the eyebrows and the eye contour, obtaining spectacular results.
This treatment also has a preventive aspect in young people before wrinkles appear: by relaxing the muscle, it prevents wrinkles from becoming marked.
Specific treatments for each area of the face
Forehead
The treatment relaxes the muscles of the forehead, producing the reduction of the marked expression lines that not only appear with age, but are characteristic of some people.
Between the eyebrows
The treatment relaxes the furrowed expression of the brow, achieving a more relaxed and harmonious face and clearer-looking eyes.
Eye contours
Botox treatment helps us blur those popularly known as “crow’s feet” or expression wrinkles around the eyes.
Benefits of Expression Wrinkle Treatment
This treatment delivers visible, natural-looking results, acting both correctively and preventively on the most prominent expression wrinkles.
1. A more relaxed and rejuvenated look
It softens dynamic wrinkles without freezing facial expressions or causing stiffness. The face maintains its natural expressiveness while looking fresher and more balanced.
2. Prevents the formation of new wrinkles
By relaxing facial muscles, this treatment helps prevent new expression lines from forming—especially in younger patients who want to take a preventive approach.
3. Brighter, more refreshed eyes
Reducing glabellar lines and crow’s feet results in a less tense, more luminous expression, particularly around the eyes.
4. Visible and progressive results
Improvements can be seen within a few days, with full results consolidating in the following weeks. The average duration of the effect is several months, depending on each patient.
5. Quick application, no downtime
This is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure—fast, nearly painless, and allowing patients to resume their normal activities right after the session.
Characteristics of Expression Wrinkles treatment
A gentle and progressive treatment is proposed, specific to each area, to achieve completely natural results tailored to each face. Only fair doses are used in the appropriate place and the characteristic expression of the person and the structure of their muscles are taken into account.
The finest needles on the market are used to avoid leaving marks and achieve a treatment with very little discomfort.
This treatment must be prescribed and injected by a specialist doctor, who places the injections with precision and in the appropriate dose to avoid possible adverse effects.
In any case, our medical team will address any questions you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions about expression wrinkle treatments
At what age should you start treatment for expression wrinkles?
Most people consider starting around the age of 30 to 40, when expression lines begin to become more noticeable. However, it’s also recommended as a preventive measure for younger individuals, helping to stop wrinkles from becoming permanently etched into the skin.
How long does the effect of the anti-wrinkle treatment last?
The results typically last between 4 and 6 months, depending on the treated area, skin type, and the patient’s facial expressions. The treatment can be repeated periodically to maintain long-term results.
Does the expression wrinkle treatment hurt?
There is no significant pain involved. The procedure uses ultra-fine needles and is applied very quickly. You may feel a slight, momentary discomfort at the time of injection, but it is generally well tolerated.
Are the results noticeable immediately?
No, the effects are progressive. You’ll begin to notice changes between 48 and 72 hours after the treatment. The full results are typically visible within 7 to 14 days.
Can I resume normal activities after the anti-wrinkle treatment?
Yes, you can return to your routine immediately. It’s only recommended to avoid intense physical activity, facial massages, or direct sun exposure during the first 24 hours after the procedure.