We Answer FAQs About Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Wrinkles are an inevitable part of ageing. But if yours are bothering you, you don’t need to put up with them. Anti-wrinkle injections are one of the most popular aesthetic treatments for a reason. They smooth fine lines, soften deep wrinkles, and help you maintain a youthful look. 

If you’re thinking about trying anti-wrinkle injections for the first time, you probably have a few questions. How do they work? Are they safe? Will you still look like you? We’ve got all the answers.

1. What Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Anti-wrinkle injections are a non-surgical way to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. They work by relaxing the tiny muscles in your face that cause expression lines, helping to soften wrinkles.

These anti-wrinkle treatments are incredibly popular as they’re quick, effective, and require no downtime, and millions of people worldwide get them every year. Curious about trying anti-wrinkle injections yourself? Superdrug Clinics offers professional, medically-led anti-wrinkle treatments to help you look and feel your best. 

2. How Do Anti-Wrinkle Injections Work?

Anti-wrinkle injections work by relaxing targeted facial muscles. The injections contain a purified version of a protein produced by bacteria called botulinum toxin, which blocks communication between your nerve cells and muscles, preventing the muscles from contracting. 

Targeting these injections to relax specific facial muscles causes existing wrinkles to soften and prevents new ones from forming. You’ll still look like you; the goal isn’t to freeze your face but to soften lines while keeping natural movement. 

3. What Is the Difference Between Anti-Wrinkle Injections and Fillers?

Anti-wrinkle injections and injectable fillers are two face injections that can help with anti-ageing. But while anti-wrinkle treatment focuses on relaxing the muscles to smooth fine lines, fillers like JUVÉDERMM® Ultra and JUVÉDERM Vycross™ add volume to specific areas of the face. 

If you want to smooth wrinkles, anti-wrinkle treatment is the way to go. If you want to plump lips or add volume to cheeks, injectable fillers might be a better fit. Depending on your goals, it might also work to have both in combination.

4. What Can Anti-Wrinkle Injections Target?

Anti-wrinkle injections can be used on any area of the face where you have wrinkles, but results are best when treating dynamic wrinkles (caused by repeated facial movements). 

Anti-wrinkle forehead injections are one of the most popular options. Other treatment areas include: 

Crows feet – the lines around your eyes from smiling or squinting

Frown lines – the vertical ‘11’ lines between your eyebrows from frowning

Lip and mouth area – any lines around your mouth from smiling, pursing your lips, and talking

Jawline and chin – any lines in this area from talking, chewing, and frowning

Your face is unique, so your treatment should be, too. At Superdrug Clinics, our experts tailor each anti-wrinkle treatment to suit your facial features and your goals. 

5. Are Anti-Wrinkle Treatments Instant?

Anti-wrinkle injections are not instant, but you won’t be waiting too long for a more youthful appearance. Your skin should start to look smoother within four days, and the full anti-wrinkle effects will be visible after around two weeks. 

This slight delay is because it takes time for the botulinum toxin to block the nerve signals. Factors like metabolism, muscle strength, and dosage can also affect how quickly they kick in. If you don’t see results straight away, don’t panic. The injections are working away behind the scenes. 

6. Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections Permanent?

Anti-wrinkle injections are temporary, as the body naturally breaks down the botulinum toxin with time. This causes the muscle-relaxing effects to wear off gradually, and your wrinkles will start to return. 

Fortunately, you usually get 3 to 6 months of more youthful skin before your fine lines and wrinkles make a comeback, but this can vary dramatically between people. Your metabolism, the amount of botulinum toxin injected, and even lifestyle habits like smoking or spending a lot of time in the sun (notoriously bad for wrinkles) can affect how long the results last. 

For long-lasting results, most people book anti-wrinkle top-ups every 3 to 4 months to maintain that fresh-faced look. 

7. If I Stop Having Injections, Will My Wrinkles Get Worse?

Stopping anti-wrinkle treatment doesn’t worsen wrinkles – this is a complete myth. If you stop treatment, your wrinkles will simply return to their natural state. 

In fact, regular anti-wrinkle injections, even if eventually stopped, could help you age better in the long run. Remember, the treatment doesn’t only smooth existing wrinkles. By temporarily paralysing the muscles in your face, it prevents dynamic wrinkles from forming. 

Some studies have even suggested that anti-wrinkle injections can help your skin produce more collagen, the protein that keeps the skin firm and elastic. This could give you an even more revived, youthful appearance. 

8. Can Anti-Wrinkle Injections Go Wrong?

When performed by qualified aesthetic nurses, like those at Superdrug Clinics, anti-wrinkle injections rarely go wrong and are relatively low risk. The most common side effects are things like bruising or headaches, which naturally pass within a few days.

If you’ve seen people with a “frozen” face, droopy eyelids, or uneven eyebrows after anti-wrinkle injections, this is usually a sign of injection error. Either the practitioner has “overdone” a specific area, injected into the wrong muscle, or hasn’t properly discussed your goals. 

This “botched botox” look won’t happen when performed by qualified aesthetic nurses.

9. Why Choose Superdrug Clinics for Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

If you’re considering anti-wrinkle injections, we know that choosing where to have an aesthetic treatment is a big deal. That’s why, at Superdrug Aesthetic Clinics, we prioritise:

Expert practitioners – Our team is trained, experienced, and fully qualified.

Best wrinkle fillers – We use high-quality injectables and safe, sterile treatment environments.

Tailored treatment – We listen to your goals and focus on natural-looking results that suit you.

As per UK regulations, we can only treat patients over 18, even with parental consent. To book your appointment, simply head to our anti-wrinkle treatment page and choose your preferred package: one, two, or three treatment areas. 

Ready to feel rejuvenated?

Book your anti-wrinkle treatment at Superdrug Clinics today.

Author Bio:

This article is written by Hannah Thornley. Hannah turns complex health and medical topics into content that’s easy to understand – and hard to forget. With a degree in human physiology and five years of copywriting experience, she brings science to life with words that inform, engage, and inspire action.