Anti-Wrinkle Injections: Why Results Vary & How to Maintain Your Best Look
If you’re new to anti-wrinkle injections, you might be surprised at just how many people are already using them. Men and women of all ages are embracing them as part of their regular self-care routine—and for good reason. These treatments offer visible, confidence-boosting results. But how long they last can vary. A lot.
At Look Lovely London, our doctor-led team knows exactly how to tailor treatments to you—and how to help you maintain your best results for longer.
How Anti-Wrinkle Injections Work
Anti-wrinkle injections use a purified neurotoxin to temporarily paralyse targeted muscles. Once injected, the nerve signals that cause muscle movement are blocked, reducing fine lines and smoothing wrinkles.
The most commonly used form is botulinum toxin, and while the word ‘toxin’ sounds intense, it’s safe and trusted when administered by trained professionals. It’s been around for over 40 years and there have been no reported long-term effects other than smoother younger faces where you can’t guess someone’s age!
Because your body gradually breaks the product down through natural metabolic processes, top-ups are needed every 3–6 months. Results typically appear a few days post-treatment, with full effects visible within 10–14 days.
Why Results Vary From Person to Person
You and a friend could have the same treatment on the same day—and see different results. Here’s why:
● Metabolism – Faster metabolism? You’ll likely process the product more quickly.
● Dosage – Some need more units for noticeable results, especially with stronger muscles or deeper lines. It’s not ‘one dose fits all’. That’s why it’s important to go to an experience medical practitioner who can really assess what you need to giving you a bespoke and beautiful result.
● Muscle Strength – Stronger facial muscles can reduce how long results last. Men typically have muscles in the face that are 25% stronger.
● Injector Skill – Placement and technique matter. A skilled injector will ensure a balanced, longer-lasting outcome.
● Lifestyle – Smoking, sun exposure, poor sleep, and high stress levels all reduce the longevity of results.
How to Maintain the Best Outcome
Want your results to go the distance? Here’s how to help your skin stay smoother for longer:
● Follow Aftercare Instructions – Avoid rubbing the area or lying down for 4–6 hours. Stay upright and keep makeup to a minimum that day.
● Stay Hydrated – Hydrated skin looks healthier and enhances the overall result.
● Use Medical-Grade Skincare – Products like retinol, peptides, and serums support skin quality between treatments.
● Hold Off on Exercise – High-intensity workouts increase blood flow, which can reduce efficacy. Wait 24-48 hours before doing that cardio workout.
● Book Consistent Top-Ups – Don’t wait until movement fully returns. Booking just as results begin to fade helps maintain smoothness over time. We always recommend you book your next appointment when you leave the clinic. Don’t allow those muscles to regain power and start causing those pesky wrinkles again. Don’t undo the good work and visit your clinic every 4 months.
● SPF Daily – Sun exposure accelerates ageing. A good SPF 50 should be part of your routine year-round.
Types of Anti-Wrinkle Injections
Not all anti-wrinkle injections are the same. While they all work to targeted muscles and reduce the appearance of fine lines, their formulations can vary slightly—affecting how quickly results appear, how long they last, and how naturally they settle into the skin.
Some formulations are designed to spread more evenly across larger areas, making them ideal for treating the forehead or frown lines. Others are more focused in their action, allowing for precise treatment in delicate areas like around the eyes or lips.
There are also formulations that contain fewer accessory proteins, which may reduce the risk of developing resistance over time.
Your practitioner will always assess your facial anatomy, goals, and previous treatment history to recommend the right option for you—ensuring a natural, effective result that suits your unique features.
At Look Lovely London we have three top different brands we can offer you. depending on the results you want to achieve and your previous medical history. Most clinics only offer one brand, but we realise everyone is unique and treatments need to be tailored to best suit you.
Where You Can Treat With Anti-Wrinkle Injections
These are the most popular areas for treatment:
● Forehead lines
● Frown lines (between the brows)
● Crow’s feet (outer corners of the eyes)
● Bunny lines (sides of the nose)
● Lip flip (subtle upper lip lift)
● Masseter/jawline contouring for those who grind their teeth
● Neck bands (turkey- neck softening)
Results in these areas vary based on muscle strength and movement, but when injected with precision, outcomes are smooth, subtle, and flattering.
The Takeaway
Anti-wrinkle injections are a proven way to soften lines, prevent deeper wrinkles, and refresh your appearance. But results can vary from person to person. Everyone is different and whilst your friend’s treatment may last 5 months, yours may only last 3 months. But that’s ok as on your next session your practitioner can tailored your doses to give you an even better result.
Factors like metabolism, muscle strength, product choice, and lifestyle all play a role. By choosing a trusted, experienced practitioner and sticking to post-care advice, you’ll maximise your results—and stay looking fresh for longer.
Ready to book your consultation? Let us help you look like the very best version of you.—just a little consistency, a dose of science, and the right treatments to give your skin the boost it deserves. To make an appointment, please book online or call 020 3900 2756 and we can help devise a personalised treatment plan just for you.
