Comprehensive Guide to Wrinkle Botox — Forehead, Glabella, and Nose Bridge: How Long Does It Last and Why Does It Wear Off Quickly? | Maypure Godeok Branch, Godeok Station Dermatology

 

Written by: Chief Director Seung-eun Jeong (Family Medicine Specialist · Maypure Godeok Branch, Godeok Station, Gangdong-gu, Seoul)
Date written: November 9, 2026

 

 

Key Summary

 

• Wrinkle Botox Wrinkles that form when making facial expressions It fits well, and deep wrinkles that remain in place cannot be completely smoothed out with Botox alone.
• Forehead, glabella, and bridge of the nose Botox 3-month intervals The basics are getting it right, and Movement gradually returning starting from 6 to 8 weeks It is a common course.
• If it returned completely to normal after two months Dosage, Injection Site, Muscle Strength Check it first, and avoid getting it again at short intervals.

 

hello.

I am Jeong Seung-eun, the head director of Maypure Godeok Branch.

The most-read questions on the Maypure Community Botox board were "Can Botox be applied to wrinkles on the bridge of the nose?" and "My glabella Botox wore off after two months."

Today, I will answer these two questions in turn.

 

 

Table of contents of this article

 

1. Which wrinkles is wrinkle Botox effective on?
2. What is the difference between forehead, glabella, and nose bridge Botox?
3. When does wrinkle Botox take effect and how long does it last?
4. It was released after two months. Why do you think that is?
5. What are the side effects and precautions after the procedure?
6. Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

Which wrinkles is wrinkle Botox effective on?

 

It is effective for 'expression lines' caused by muscle folding when making facial expressions. While 'fixed lines' visible even with a neutral expression can be lightened with Botox, they cannot be completely smoothed out.

 

Botox (botulinum toxin) temporarily reduces the signal to "move" the muscles, preventing wrinkles from folding.

If wrinkles have already formed on the skin, the lines may remain even if you rest your muscles.

In this case, Botox is used to prevent further deepening, while sunken lines are filled with fillers or the skin texture is refined with a laser.

 

 

Types of wrinkles	If it looks like this	The method that is usually correct
facial wrinkles	Lines appear only when frowning or raising eyebrows	Botox
Fixed folds	Lines are visible even with a blank expression, and marks remain even when smoothed out with a hand.	Botox + Fillers, Lasers, etc. together

 

Mirror Check Method: Look at the mirror with a blank expression, then frown.

If they are barely visible on a blank expression, they are facial wrinkles.

 

 

What is the difference between forehead, glabella, and nose bridge Botox?

 

The three areas have different moving muscles, so the injection sites and side effects to be careful of also differ.

 

 

region	Wrinkle shape	Moving muscles	Things to be careful about
forehead	horizontal wrinkles when raising eyebrows	forehead muscle	Eyebrows become heavy or the ends are lifted
between the eyebrows	Vertical wrinkles when frowning (my face)	corrugator muscle · orbicularis oculi muscle	Rarely eyelid drooping
bridge of the nose	Slanted wrinkles (bunny lines) when smiling or scowling	nasal muscles	Upper lip movement may become awkward

 

Cases where wrinkles on the bridge of the nose become more visible after glabellar Botox There is.

This is because the nasal muscles on the side work instead while the muscles between the eyebrows are at rest.

In this case, the space between the eyebrows and the bridge of the nose are adjusted together.

 

 

When does wrinkle Botox take effect and how long does it last?

 

The effects start to appear after 2 to 3 days, peaking at 1 to 2 weeks, and most people return to their original movements after about 3 months, so injections are usually administered again at 3-month intervals.

 

period	Commonly seen changes
2~3 days	Wrinkles are starting to fold less
1~2 weeks	The effect is the most distinct
6~8 weeks	Muscle movement is gradually returning
3 months	Most return to original movement → Time to meet again

 

As the connection between nerves and muscles is restored, the effect naturally diminishes.

So in the consultation room 3-month intervals We use this as the base and adjust the capacity and location according to individual differences.

 

 

It was released after two months. Why do you think that is?

 

It is a common course for movement to return slightly after two months. However, if it returns completely to normal after two months, you need to check the causes below.

 

• volume: If you get fewer injections to avoid an unnatural expression or eyebrow sagging, they may come undone sooner.
• Muscle Strength and Facial Habits: The stronger the force of the grimace or the more frequently the muscle is used, the greater the amount required.
• Injection site: If it does not reach the strong muscles sufficiently, it appears as if only a part of it has loosened.
• Fixed creases: Even if the effect remains, the engraved lines are visible, so you can feel that it has been "released."
• Resistance (antibody): It is rare, but it can occur if hit frequently at short intervals.

 

There is a saying that exercise or a fast metabolism helps relieve stress faster, but the evidence is still weak.

 

How to check for yourself: Compare the photo taken two weeks after the procedure with your current appearance.

If it has fully unfolded by the second week, adjust the volume and spacing; if it has not fully unfolded from the beginning, adjust the position and volume.

It would be helpful if you could tell them at your next appointment, "It went away after two months last time."

 

To avoid resistance 3-month intervals Keep it in check, and avoid applying patches at short intervals if it is not fully spread out.

 

 

What are the side effects and precautions after the procedure?

 

Bruising, swelling, and stiffness are the most common and usually subside within a few days. Rarely, the eyebrows or eyelids may feel heavy, but this usually recovers over a few weeks.

 

• Do not lie down or rub the injection site for about 4 hours after the procedure.
• It is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol, saunas, and strenuous exercise for a few days.
• You may experience a headache or a foreign body sensation for a short time.

 

Please let me know first: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have muscle or nerve disorders, are taking medication, or have previously experienced eyelid ptosis from Botox.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q. Can I get injections only for the wrinkles on the bridge of the nose?
A. Yes, it is possible. However, if the wrinkles formed after the glabella Botox, it is more natural to treat them together with the glabella.

 

Q. Do I get fewer wrinkles if I keep getting Botox?
A. Reducing the number of folds can help slow down the rate at which facial wrinkles deepen.

 

Q. It was released quickly. Is it okay to get it again after just a month?
A. It is not recommended. Repeating at short intervals increases the risk of tolerance, so usually, a 3-month interval is maintained.

 

Q. After getting forehead Botox, my eyebrows feel heavy and my eyes feel stuffy.
A. This can occur when the forehead muscles lose the strength to lift the eyebrows, and it usually improves over a few weeks. If the discomfort is significant, consult a doctor to see if the ends of the eyebrows can be adjusted.

 

Q. Does exercising a lot cause the Botox to wear off faster?
A. There are many such anecdotal accounts, but the research evidence is still weak. You may continue your usual exercise as long as you avoid strenuous activity on the day of the procedure.

 

Q. Does getting Botox make facial expressions look awkward?
A. It depends on the volume and location. You can reduce awkwardness by deciding how much of the facial expression to retain during the consultation first.

 

Q. Can I get a wrinkle Botox consultation near Godeok Station?
A. At Maypure Godeok Branch (Godeok Station Dermatology), we first determine whether the wrinkles are expression lines or fixed lines, and then consult on the appropriate method for each area.

 

Wrinkle Botox How much see On which muscle, at what intervals That determines the result.

This has been Jeong Seung-eun, Chief Director of Maypure Godeok Branch.

 

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Written by Chief Director Jeong Seung-eun
Maypure Godeok Branch · Family Medicine Specialist. Provides treatment for general skin conditions, including acne, pigmentation, skin Botox, and lifting.

 

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References
- Glogau R, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2012 (Analysis of duration of botulinum toxin effect on glabellar wrinkles)
- Bellows S, Jankovic J. Toxins. 2019 (Repeated Botulinum Toxin Procedures and Antibody Formation)
- American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Guide to Botulinum Toxin Wrinkle Treatment

 

※ This article provides general information and does not recommend any specific procedures, guarantee effectiveness, or replace a consultation.

The effectiveness and duration vary from person to person.

The face photo in the text is an AI-generated image for illustrative purposes and is not a real patient.

 

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