Anti-wrinkle injections at Leicester Medispa

If you’re exploring cosmetic injectables to smooth out wrinkles, you’ve likely heard of Botox®. But what exactly is Botox? Below, our Leicester MediSpa experts explain what Botox is, how it’s used, and why it’s such a popular anti-wrinkle treatment in Leicester and Leicestershire.

Botox® Explained: The Basics
Botox® is actually the brand name for a purified protein called Botulinum Toxin Type A. In simple terms, it’s an injectable treatment used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. When people talk about “Botox,” they usually mean anti-wrinkle injections that relax certain facial muscles. When these muscles are relaxed, the skin above them softens and smooths out, making common expression lines—such as frown lines, forehead wrinkles, and crow’s feet—far less noticeable. The result is a naturally refreshed appearance that doesn’t compromise your facial expressions.

This treatment has been used for decades in both cosmetic and medical fields. In cosmetic use, tiny doses of Botox® are injected precisely into specific facial muscles. The procedure is quick, minimally invasive, virtually painless and doesn’t require surgery and no downtime. The result? A more youthful, refreshed look without altering your natural expressions -making it a popular choice for those looking for subtle yet effective anti-ageing solutions.

How Botox® Helps with Wrinkles
Many of the lines or wrinkles we notice commonly on the face (on the forehead, between the eyebrows – frown lines, or around the eyes – crow’s feet) are dynamic wrinkles – lines caused by repeated facial movements like when we smile, frown or squint.
Botox® targets the cause of these wrinkles by temporarily blocking the nerve signals that tell your facial muscles to contract. Once those muscles relax, the overlying wrinkles soften or fade.

It’s important to note that Botox® works best on wrinkles caused by muscle movement. It won’t “fill in” deep static wrinkles (the lines that are visible even when your face is at rest), but by reducing repetitive movements, it can prevent those lines from deepening further and softening their appearance. For static wrinkles or overall skin quality, other treatments like dermal fillers, polynucleotides or skin boosters might be recommended alongside Botox®.

Botox® Treatments at Leicester MediSpa
At Leicester MediSpa, Botox® (often referred to as anti-wrinkle injections) is one of our signature treatments for combatting visible signs of ageing. All our Botox treatments in Leicester are performed by experienced prescribing medical practitioners in a safe, clinical environment. We begin every Botox® journey with a thorough consultation and skin analysis to ensure Botox treatment is appropriate for your concerns. This allows us to design a personalised treatment plan, ensuring a personalised approach tailoring the treatment to your unique facial anatomy, expression patterns, and aesthetic goals.

We also take a conservative, natural approach – the goal is to soften lines while maintaining natural facial movement. You won’t leave our clinic with a “frozen” look. Instead, you’ll appear rested and rejuvenated. Many of our patients pair their Botox with other skin treatments for enhanced results. For example, Profhilo®, a revolutionary injectable moisturiser treatment, which delivers deep hydration and improves overall skin quality and firmness or a HydraFacial to boost your skin’s glow and hydration, complementing the wrinkle-smoothing effects of Botox. These treatments work synergistically to revitalise the skin, leaving you with a refreshed, radiant complexion

What to Expect and Next Steps
If you’re considering Botox in Leicester, rest assured the process is straightforward. After your personalised consultation, the actual injection treatment usually takes only around 15-20 minutes. Discomfort is minimal (more on that in a later post about pain), and there’s little to no downtime – you can return to your day right after. Results develop gradually over the next several days, revealing smoother skin that can last 3–4 months before a top-up is needed.

Ready to learn if Botox® is right for you? At Leicester MediSpa, we’re here to answer all your questions and guide you through your first anti-wrinkle injection experience with confidence and care. Get in touch with our Leicester clinic today to book a personal Botox consultation or to learn more about our aesthetic treatments. Our friendly and professional practitioners will ensure you understand what Botox is and how it can help you achieve a naturally refreshed, younger-looking appearance. Contact us now to start your journey toward smoother, more confident skin!

Before a treatment with Botox® can take place, here at Leicester MediSpa, we will ask that you attend a no obligation consultation with one of our medical practitioners. This meeting is your opportunity to discuss with your medical practitioner, your facial concerns and whether Botox® would be an appropriate solution.
Your medical practitioner will also check your medical history and fascial muscle activity, to ensure this treatment is safe for you.
Once it is confirmed that the treatment is not only going to be effective, but there are no contraindications which may restrict or prevent your Botox® treatment from going ahead, you may book your treatment appointment.

Anti-wrinkle injections are administered using extremely fine needles and do not go deep, therefore, a topical anaesthetic is not generally required.

If you are particularly sensitive or worried about discomfort, speak with your Leicester MediSpa medical practitioner about the options available.

The treatment is completed quickly and extremely well tolerated by patients.

Botox is a prescription only medication and only a medically qualified licensed practitioner can prescribe Botox.
The amount of Botox used in each injection is minimal. However, as with any treatment using a needle, you may experience light swelling, bruising, tenderness, and redness at the injection sites.
There is no real downtime, and you can resume daily activities immediately.
You will be provided with aftercare instructions to follow post procedure.

This all depends on you as an individual and how you respond to the substance. If you are someone who takes care of your skin, does not sunbathe in strong UV light, doesn’t smoke and eats a healthy diet, you may experience your results to last anything from 4 to 6 months. However, your medical practitioner will discuss the expected longevity of your results, in your initial consultation.