What is the lion’s wrinkle?

Frown lines are expression lines that run vertically between the eyebrows (glabella area). They generally appear as we age, but can also be present in younger individuals.

What causes frown lines?

The lion’s wrinkle is an expression wrinkle. This implies that it is generated by the repeated contraction of the small muscles located in this region of the face. It can also be exacerbated by the aging process, which favors the loss of skin elasticity, encouraging the formation of creases.

Solutions for removing frown lines

To erase the frown line, we need to reduce muscle contractions and repair the dermis. Several aesthetic medicine techniques are available to treat this expression wrinkle.

Botox injection for frown lines

Botox (botulinum toxin) injections reduce contraction of the muscles between the eyebrows, responsible for the appearance of frown lines. They reduce the appearance of wrinkles and prevent them from deepening.

Hyaluronic acid injection and frown lines

Hyaluronic acid injections fill in the break left by wrinkles, rejuvenating the skin’s appearance. Hyaluronic acid also boosts skin hydration.

In the case of very pronounced frown lines, a combination of botox and hyaluronic acid can be used to maintain the aesthetic result for between 12 and 18 months.