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What should you know about eleven lines on face?

Where Wrinkles is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline
Illustration: Where Wrinkles is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline

Short answer

Eleven lines on the face are vertical glabellar expression lines that become more visible when the brows draw together.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Typical location
Between the eyebrows
Main influence
Repeated frowning movement

Why these lines appear

Repeated contraction of the muscles between the eyebrows can etch lines into the skin over time. Sun exposure, age-related changes in collagen and elasticity, smoking, and naturally expressive movement can make them more noticeable. They may show mainly during frowning or remain visible at rest. These lines are usually a cosmetic concern, not a sign that the facial muscles are unhealthy. [Wrinkles](/symptoms/wrinkles/) can occur in several patterns, while [Sun-Damaged Skin](/conditions/photoaging/) can add texture and uneven tone.

Options to discuss

Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, shade, sunglasses, moisturiser, and avoiding smoking can help limit further photoageing. A clinician may discuss [Botox](/treatments/injectables/botulinum-toxin-injection/) to reduce muscle movement or [Dermal Fillers](/treatments/injectables/dermal-fillers/) for selected volume-related concerns. These approaches are different: muscle-relaxing treatment targets movement, while filler adds material beneath or within the skin. Ask about suitability, timing, side effects, aftercare, and what happens if you choose no procedure. Avoid copying someone else’s dose or treatment plan.

When to seek care

Arrange medical assessment if lines appear with sudden facial weakness, drooping, numbness, severe headache, speech trouble, or vision change. After a procedure, seek prompt advice for worsening swelling, severe pain, skin colour change, fever, or breathing difficulty. A rapidly changing or painful skin lesion is also worth examining.

Questions to ask

Are my lines mainly movement-related or present at rest? Which option fits my anatomy? What risks affect the brow and eyelid area? How long should I expect the effect to last?

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

City

Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Are eleven lines the same as all forehead wrinkles?

No. Eleven lines usually refer to vertical lines between the brows, while forehead wrinkles often run horizontally.

Can skincare erase them?

Skincare and sun protection may support skin quality, but established movement lines may need a procedure for more noticeable change.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.