Treatment
Frown Lines Treatment
Look less stern without losing any of your natural expression.
Duration
4-6 months
Results visible
After 7-14 days
Maintenance
Every 4-6 months
Price
from 199 EUR
The frown line between the eyebrows develops through chronic activity of the corrugator muscle (forehead muscle). It conveys severity and tension — signals that often don't match one's inner state. At minimal med, we clear this emotional filter: we remove the expression of stress you don't actually feel, giving your face back the ability to show what you truly feel. Frown lines are often treated together with forehead wrinkles and crow's feet — for a harmoniously relaxed upper facial third. An overview of all options is in the wrinkle treatment Munich page.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Felicitas Mrochen — Last updated: April 2026
Your Benefits
- Clearing the emotional facial expression
- Reduction of unwanted severity signals
- Preservation of natural expression and expressivity
- Preventive support against deepening lines
- Quick treatment without downtime
- Natural-looking result after 7-14 days
How the Treatment Works
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Detailed consultation: We discuss your wishes and I analyze your facial expressions.
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Preparation: The treatment area is cleansed and numbed with cream if desired.
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Precise injection: Small amounts are injected into the muscle with fine needles - takes just a few minutes.
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Aftercare: You receive care instructions and can return to your daily routine immediately.
The Language of Expression
Corrugator, procerus and depressor supercilii (forehead muscles): how the interplay of these muscles shapes the glabella region. Why chronic tension leads to permanent structural lines — and why treatment can also make preventive sense.
Dosing as Sensitivity
Why at minimal med we begin with conservative dosing. The balance between relaxation and expressivity. Individual anatomy analysis before every treatment: every face has different muscle strength.
More than just wrinkle smoothing
Many patients report additional positive side effects after treatment — less tension and fewer headaches. We often tense our muscles more intensely than we realise. After treatment, this only truly becomes apparent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the treatment painful?
Most patients describe only a slight pinch. A numbing cream can be applied beforehand if desired. The treatment itself takes just a few minutes.
When will I see results?
The effect begins after about 3-5 days and is fully visible after 10-14 days. The frown line gradually smooths out.
Will I look expressionless afterwards?
No. With correct dosing, your natural facial expressions are preserved. You can still furrow your brow - only the deep line is softened. The goal is a relaxed look, not a frozen one.
How long do results last?
Typically 4-6 months. With regular treatment, the duration can increase over time as the muscle becomes accustomed to the relaxed state. For background on structural skin changes during this life phase, see What happens in the skin between 30 and 50.
Can I go back to work immediately?
Yes, there is no downtime. You should avoid exercise, sauna, and bending over for 4 hours. Slight redness at injection sites usually disappears within an hour.
What does the treatment cost?
Frown line treatment starts from 199 EUR. The exact price depends on the individual amount needed and is determined during the consultation.
Interested in Frown Lines Treatment?
In a personal consultation, we discuss your wishes and find the optimal treatment for you.
Book a consultationScientific Evidence
- [1] Defined RR et al.. Efficacy and Safety of Botulinum Toxin Type A for Glabellar Lines: A Meta-Analysis. Dermatol Surg (2016).
- [2] Beer KR et al.. OnabotulinumtoxinA for Treatment of Glabellar Lines: A Systematic Review. Dermatol Surg (2019).
Linked studies serve as scientific context and do not constitute treatment guarantees.
