How to prevent forehead lines

Forehead lines are horizontal wrinkles that become more visible when the frontalis muscle repeatedly lifts the eyebrows. With time, reduced skin elasticity and sun exposure can leave these creases visible even when the face is relaxed. Expression lines are common and do not by themselves signal a disease.

Use broad-spectrum sunscreen on exposed facial skin and reapply as directed, especially during outdoor time. Sunglasses can reduce squinting, while a gentle cleanser and regular moisturiser support the skin barrier. Avoid smoking and tanning. Notice habits such as raising your brows while concentrating; relaxing the forehead may reduce repeated folding. A dermatologist can discuss options such as Botox when lines remain prominent, including how treatment may affect movement and expression.

Arrange a skin assessment if a forehead mark is new, changing, bleeding, crusting, painful, or different from surrounding skin. Seek prompt medical help for sudden facial weakness, trouble speaking, or a severe headache rather than treating those symptoms as wrinkles.

Ask which sunscreen and retinoid-free routine suit your skin, whether your lines are mainly movement-related, and what changes in expression or side effects could occur with Botox.