How to stop frown lines

Frown lines are vertical creases that form between or above the eyebrows when the muscles used for concentration, worry, or squinting repeatedly contract. Over time, skin may retain the crease even when the face is relaxed. Sun exposure, smoking, dry skin, and natural changes in collagen can make lines more noticeable. They are a cosmetic concern rather than a sign that an emotion or personality trait is visible.

Use broad-spectrum sun protection on exposed facial skin, wear sunglasses to reduce squinting, and apply a gentle moisturiser. Avoid vigorous rubbing and consider whether vision correction could reduce habitual squinting. A clinician may discuss Botox to relax selected muscles or dermal fillers when volume loss contributes to a crease. Treatment choice depends on muscle activity, line depth, skin quality, facial movement, and your health history.

Arrange a medical assessment if a new forehead or eyebrow change comes with facial weakness, drooping, numbness, severe headache, vision change, or trouble speaking. Seek prompt advice for a painful, swollen, red area or a rapidly changing skin mark. For lines alone, a consultation is elective, but an examination helps distinguish a cosmetic crease from another skin or nerve concern.

Ask which muscle activity or skin changes are contributing, what result is realistic for your facial movement, whether Botox or dermal fillers fit your anatomy, and what temporary effects or aftercare to expect.