Anti-wrinkle treatments in Chelmsford

Anti-wrinkle injections soften the lines that form through repeated facial movement, most commonly across the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. Treatment is carried out by Alexandra, a registered nurse with 13 years of clinical experience, at the Novel Aesthetics clinic inside High Chelmer in the centre of Chelmsford.

What it treats

Forehead lines, frown lines between the brows and crow's feet around the eyes are the areas most commonly treated. Anti-wrinkle treatment relaxes the muscle responsible for the line, which softens the appearance of existing lines and slows new ones forming. The aim is a natural, rested result rather than a frozen one, and the dose is matched to your face rather than applied to a formula.

What to expect

Treatment takes between 45 minutes and an hour including your consultation. Most people describe the injections as a brief scratch rather than pain. There is no real downtime and you can return to your day straight afterwards, though you should avoid lying flat, exercising or touching the area for a few hours. Small raised bumps at the injection sites settle within an hour.

Results and timing

Results begin to appear from around day three to five and reach their full effect at approximately two weeks. A review appointment is arranged at that point to check the result and make any small adjustment. How long it lasts varies between individuals, and factors like metabolism and how expressive you are play a part.

Suitability

Anti-wrinkle treatment is a prescription-only medicine, so an in-person consultation with the prescriber is required before any treatment is agreed. It is not suitable during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and certain medical conditions and medications rule it out. Your medical history is taken at consultation and honest advice is given, including telling you if treatment is not right for you.