Forehead Lines

Forehead lines are the horizontal creases that appear when you raise your eyebrows, and over time can remain visible even at rest.

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What are forehead lines?

Forehead lines run across the forehead. They typically become visible when raising the eyebrows, and over time can remain visible even at rest. Dr Sateei’s approach softens these lines while preserving natural brow movement.

What causes forehead lines?

Repeated contraction of the frontalis muscle when raising the eyebrows creates persistent lines. Ageing, genetics, sun exposure and thinner skin in this area all contribute.

Signs and Symptoms

Horizontal creases across the forehead, most visible when raising the eyebrows, sometimes remaining visible at rest.

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Treatment options

Anti-wrinkle injections soften frontalis muscle activity so skin creases less with movement. Dosing requires particular care, as this muscle also supports brow position; Dr Sateei assesses your brow position and muscle strength before treatment. Skin boosters or a tailored skincare routine may support overall skin quality.

Why choose Dr Ellie Sateei?

The forehead requires a careful, balanced approach given its role in brow support. Dr Sateei’s more than twenty years of experience make her well placed to treat this area with precision, at both her London (near Harley Street) and Sevenoaks clinics.

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Forehead Lines FAQs

What causes forehead lines?

Repeated frontalis muscle contraction, combined with ageing, genetics and sun exposure.

Can they be prevented?

Sun protection and skin health help slow development.

Which treatment is best?

Anti-wrinkle injections, carefully dosed to avoid affecting brow position.

How long do results last?

Around three to four months.

Is treatment painful?

Mild discomfort, generally well tolerated.

Is there downtime?

Minimal, occasional mild tenderness.

Will treatment make my eyebrows droop?

Careful, balanced dosing avoids this.

When will I see results?

Within a few days, full effect around two weeks.

Who is suitable?

Most adults noticing this pattern of lines.

Will lines return if I stop?

Yes, once treatment wears off.

Treatments of interest

suggested treatments to remove forehead lines:

Forehead Line Treatment
The primary treatment, softening frontalis activity so the skin creases less with movement.
Non-Surgical Brow Lift
Relevant where brow position is part of the picture, since the frontalis both creases the forehead and holds the brow.
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Baby Botox
A lighter-dose approach for patients who want softening while keeping full brow movement.
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The next step

If forehead lines have been bothering you, Dr Ellie Sateei welcomes a consultation at her London or Sevenoaks clinic.

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How can you find us?

Our London clinic is located at 91a New Cavendish Street, London, W1W 6XF

We serve patients from London, Kent and the home counties as well as from all over the world. Our London clinic sits in the heart of Marylebone, within easy reach of the West End by tube, while our Sevenoaks clinic in Ightham is moments from the M25 and M26 for patients across Kent.

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