Botox - 3 Areas

Anti-wrinkle treatment dosed and placed for male anatomy — stronger movement, deeper muscle, different goal.

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Botox - 3 Areas

Duration

60 min

From

£300

Treatment Summary

Male facial anatomy differs meaningfully from female: the frontalis and glabellar muscles are bulkier, the brow sits lower and more horizontally, and the dose required to soften lines without flattening masculine features is consistently higher. This treatment covers three upper-face areas — typically forehead, frown and crow's feet — using a male-specific dosing pattern and brow-preserving technique. The goal is a man who looks rested rather than 'done': softer expression lines, intact masculine brow shape, no eyebrow arching, no feminisation.

Also known as: Botox for men · male Botox · Brotox · men's anti-wrinkle · men's Botox London

Key Benefits

Male-Specific Dosing

Higher unit doses across larger, denser male muscle — calibrated to actually move the line, not just nick the surface.

Preserved Masculine Brow

Placement and dose chosen to keep the male brow flat and slightly low — never arched, never feminised.

Discreet Refresh

Aimed at looking rested and less tired — not noticeably treated. No-one should be able to point at why you look better.

MHRA-Licensed Product

Only regulated botulinum toxin from established pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Why male anti-wrinkle treatment is its own treatment

Male and female facial anatomy differ in ways that directly affect anti-wrinkle dosing, placement and goal. The male frontalis is bulkier, with stronger and deeper fibres. The male glabellar complex is heavier, often producing a more pronounced frown line. The male brow sits lower than the female brow, lies more horizontally, and is the wrong shape to lift — arching it during treatment looks immediately feminising rather than refreshing. And the goal differs: most male patients explicitly want to look less tired, not lifted.

For these reasons, male treatment at Aesthetic Clinique in West Hampstead is its own protocol. Doses are higher, injection points are placed wider and lower across the forehead, and lateral lift is deliberately avoided.

How the technique differs

Two specific differences: first, unit dose. Male frontalis and glabella typically require 1.5–2× the unit dose of an equivalent female treatment to actually relax the muscle. Anything less and the line continues to move. Second, point geometry. We place forehead injection points lower (closer to the brow, within safe distance) and wider out laterally, to keep frontalis lift even and flat across the brow. We do not under-treat the lateral frontalis as we sometimes might in a female patient seeking arch.

The crow's-feet area is treated more conservatively, using lighter superficial doses, because the orbicularis oculi behaves similarly between sexes.

What to expect

Total appointment time is around 30 minutes. Injecting itself takes a few minutes across the three areas. Most men describe the sensation as quick, brief pinches and tolerate the treatment well. There is no meaningful downtime — you can return to work the same day. We do ask you to avoid the gym, heavy weights and running for the remainder of the day, and to avoid lying face down on your first night.

Softening begins at 3–5 days and reaches full effect at 14 days, when we see you for a complimentary review. Because male muscle is denser, slightly more residual movement at review is normal and a small top-up may be needed — included in your fee if clinically appropriate.

Maintenance and combinations

Most male patients return every 3–4 months. Many combine male anti-wrinkle treatment with masseter slimming for a softer jaw or bruxism relief, the Nefertiti lift for jawline definition, or skin-quality work. We treat conservatively, review honestly, and add only what genuinely serves the result.

What to Expect

  1. 1

    Consultation with male-specific assessment

    We assess brow position, brow shape, frontalis bulk and frown depth — all of which behave differently in male anatomy — and confirm a plan that softens lines without altering masculine facial proportions.

  2. 2

    Higher-dose, brow-preserving mapping

    Male treatments typically use 1.5–2× the unit dose of an equivalent female treatment in the frontalis and glabellar muscles. Injection points are placed lower and wider on the forehead than in female patients to keep the brow flat.

  3. 3

    Treatment in one session

    All three areas are treated in one appointment. Total injecting time is around 5–10 minutes; men generally tolerate the procedure very well.

  4. 4

    Two-week review

    We see you at 14 days. Because male muscle is denser, residual movement at the review is more common than in female patients and a small top-up is included if clinically appropriate.

Suitability

Aesthetic care is highly individual. The points below are general guidance — final suitability for botox - 3 areas is always confirmed in your consultation.

Often suitable for

  • Men with active forehead and frown lines who want to look less tired or angry at rest
  • Professional men who need a discreet, no-one-can-tell result
  • Men in their 30s and 40s starting maintenance treatment
  • Men returning for consistent maintenance every 3–4 months
  • Men whose previous Botox elsewhere arched the brow or felt 'too feminine'

May not be suitable if

  • Men seeking a high-arched, lifted brow — that is not the male treatment goal
  • Heavily ptotic male brows that would worsen with frontalis softening
  • Significant skin laxity that needs surgical or skin-tightening treatment instead
  • Certain neuromuscular conditions
  • Active skin infection or significant inflammation at injection sites

Aftercare

Caring for your results

A few simple steps in the first 24–48 hours help your results settle as expected.

  • Stay upright for 4 hours after treatment
  • Avoid the gym, heavy weights, running and saunas for the rest of the day
  • Avoid alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising risk
  • Avoid facial massage, peels and shaving abrasion at injection points for 24 hours
  • Avoid lying face-down for the first night
  • Contact the clinic immediately if any unusual eyelid drooping, weakness or visual change occurs

Treatment Areas

  • Forehead
  • Frown Lines
  • Crow's Feet

Male facial anatomy requires higher dosing than female across the frontalis and glabellar complex — supported by published consensus guidance on male aesthetic treatment. Brand selection at Aesthetic Clinique includes only botulinum toxin type A holding a current UK marketing authorisation. Male treatment goals (preserved brow shape, no arching, no feminisation) inform both unit dose and injection-point geometry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do men need a higher dose than women?
The frontalis and glabellar muscles are larger, denser and stronger in men on average. A standard female dose simply does not move the line in most male patients. Conservative dosing in a male patient still means a higher absolute number of units than conservative dosing in a female — the principle is the same; the calibration is different.

Will my brows look arched or feminine?
Not when the treatment is planned for male anatomy. Female treatments often deliberately allow lateral frontalis lift to give a slight arch — male treatments do the opposite, placing injection points wider and lower across the forehead to keep the brow flat. We are explicit about this at consultation.

Is it obvious that I have had anti-wrinkle treatment?
It should not be. The male treatment goal at Aesthetic Clinique is 'rested, not done'. Friends and colleagues should notice you look less tired or stressed without being able to identify why. If you want a more dramatic outcome, this is not the right clinic.

How long does it last in men?
Typically 3–4 months. Men with naturally bulky muscles or who exercise intensively sometimes see slightly shorter duration. We do not re-treat sooner than 12 weeks regardless.

Can I have it done over a lunch break?
Yes. Total appointment time including consultation is around 30 minutes, and injecting itself takes a few minutes. There is no meaningful downtime — you can return to work and meetings the same day. Avoid the gym, however, until tomorrow.

Should I add masseter or jawline treatment?
Many male patients also benefit from masseter slimming (for a softer jaw and bruxism) or the Nefertiti lift (for jawline definition). These are separate treatments and we will only suggest them if your anatomy genuinely supports the goal — never as add-on revenue.

Is the consultation different for men?
The structure is the same but the assessment focuses on male-specific concerns: brow flatness, forehead bulk, frown depth, masseter activity if relevant, and the specific 'I want to look less tired but absolutely not feminine' goal that almost every male patient describes.

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