Forehead and Frown Line Botox: Placement, Dose and Results

9 October 2026

Smooth lines without heavy brows

Forehead and frown line Botox guide

Forehead and frown lines are among the most common reasons people try Botox. Relaxing the muscles that crease the skin smooths these lines. Placement matters: too much in the forehead can make brows feel heavy. Here is what a well-planned treatment looks like.

Key takeaways

  • Frown lines: usually treated first; they respond very well.
  • Forehead lines: need careful, lighter dosing.
  • Avoid heaviness: brow position guides placement.
  • Onset: 3–7 days; full effect at about 2 weeks.
  • Duration: about 3–4 months.

Typical units

Area Common unit range Notes
Frown lines (glabella) 15–25 units Most predictable result
Forehead 6–20 units Lighter to protect brow position
Crow's feet 8–12 units per side Often added together

Unit ranges vary by brand and individual muscle strength.

Botox injection between the brows
Frown lines are usually the first area treated.

How to avoid heavy brows

  • Treat the frown muscles together with the forehead.
  • Keep forehead doses higher up and lighter.
  • Tell your doctor if your brows already feel low.
  • Start conservatively and adjust at a two-week check.

Typical prices in Seoul (2026)

Forehead or frown line Botox in Seoul often costs about ₩50,000–₩200,000 per area, depending on brand and units.

Approximate ranges from publicly listed 2026 prices.

Doctor marking forehead injection points
Injection points are planned around brow position.

Questions to ask before you book

  • How many units do I need?
  • How will you protect my brow position?
  • Should frown lines be treated too?
  • Is a two-week check included?

Quick summary

Botox smooths forehead and frown lines by relaxing the muscles that crease the skin. Frown lines respond very predictably, while forehead lines need lighter, careful dosing to avoid heavy brows. Results last about 3–4 months.

Frequently asked questions

Why do my brows feel heavy after Botox?

Usually the forehead dose was too strong or too low; it eases as the effect wears off.

Can deep forehead lines disappear?

Botox softens them a lot; deep etched lines may also need skin boosters.

When will I see results?

Within 3–7 days, fully by about 2 weeks.

How often should I repeat it?

Every 3–4 months, or when movement returns.

Can I exercise after?

Wait about 24 hours.

This article is general information, not medical advice. Suitability, treatment choice, results and price should be confirmed by a doctor at consultation, and individual results vary. Price ranges are approximate and may change.

Forehead and frown lines are among the most common reasons people try Botox. Relaxing the muscles that crease the skin smooths these lines. Placement matters: too much in the forehead can make brows feel heavy. Here is what a well-planned treatment looks like.


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