The needles are ultra-fine. Most clients describe it as a tiny scratch - the whole treatment is over in under 10 minutes.

Not the way I do it. The goal isn't to stop movement - it's to soften it. You should still look like you, still be expressive, just with lines that don't settle in as deeply.

No. 01 · Nurse-led

Anti-wrinkle injections
in Whitley Bay.

Q: When do I see results?

You'll notice softening from day 3, with full results around 14 days. We always invite you back for a 2-week review on the house.

Q: How long does it last?

Typically 3–4 months for most clients. Results tend to extend with regular, well-spaced treatments.

Q: What's the difference between Botox and anti-wrinkle injections?

"Botox" is one brand name for botulinum toxin Type A - the active ingredient. There are several brands (Botox, Azzalure, Bocouture, Alluzience). They all work the same way. The bigger question is who's injecting and at what dose, not which brand.

Q: Can I have it if I'm trying to get pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding?

Not during pregnancy or breastfeeding - we'd wait. If you're trying, there's no published data showing a problem, but I generally recommend pausing until after.

Q: Will I be able to drive home?

Yes. There's no anaesthetic, no sedation. The injection is a tiny scratch and the appointment is under 20 minutes.

Q: What if something doesn't settle right at the 2-week review?

Small tweaks at the 2-week review are on the house. That's not a sales line - it's how I make sure every result is even and right. If we need to adjust dose or pattern next time, we will.

Q: Do you treat 4 or 5 areas?

Yes - we move into "advanced anti-wrinkle" territory: brow lift, lip flip, masseter (jaw slimming), gummy smile, neck lift, smokers' lines. Those are listed on the Advanced Anti-Wrinkle page from £150.

Prescription anti-wrinkle. Soft. Movement-friendly. Never frozen. Always you.

St Mary’s Lighthouse at Whitley Bay, near Refined Medical Aesthetics in Seaton Delaval.

Duration

30 mins

Downtime

None

From

£150

The approach

What to expect.

I use low doses. Precise placement. I soften expressive lines but keep your face moving. Every treatment starts with a facial mapping consultation. Then I match dose and pattern to how your face actually moves.

Areas we treat: Forehead · Frown lines · Crow's feet

Nurse-led anti-wrinkle treatment at Refined Medical Aesthetics, Seaton Delaval near Whitley Bay.

How it works

Three steps.

Consultation

A proper chat first. Your goals. Your history. Suitability. No needle today.

Treatment

Done by me. Prescription-only products. Sourced through licensed UK pharmacies.

Two-week review

Included with every appointment. Small tweaks at this review? On the house.

Pricing

What it costs.

Honest pricing. No hidden fees. Most clients start with one or two areas. Three is for clients who already know what they want.

Treatment	Price
1 area. Forehead, frown lines, or crow’s feet	£150	Book
2 areas	£180	Book
3 areas	£210	Book

Two-week review on every treatment. Free 30-minute consultation if you’re new. Book online or WhatsApp me.

The science, plainly

What it actually is.

Anti-wrinkle injections are a Prescription Only Medicine. Botulinum toxin Type A. I prescribe and inject it myself. You’ll know one of the brand names. “Botox” is one of several. They all work the same way.

A small dose into a specific muscle. It blocks the signal between nerve and muscle. The muscle softens. The skin over it stops creasing. Lines that were settling in get a chance to fade.

Areas I treat here: forehead lines, glabella (the “11s” between your brows), and crow’s feet around the eyes. Advanced areas live on the Advanced Anti-Wrinkle page. Masseter for jaw slimming. Brow lift. Lip flip. Gummy smile. Neck lift.

The goal isn’t to stop your face moving. It’s to soften the lines. You should still look like you. Still smile, still frown, still show feeling. Just with fewer creases settling in.

It’s prescription only because it has to be. I prescribe it. I source through licensed pharmacies. Every vial is traceable. If a clinic offers a discount on “Botox” without an in-person consultation. That’s a red flag.

Suitability

Who this is for.

You’re a good candidate if you:

Have lines that are deepening with movement and want to slow that down
Are 18 or over. I don’t treat under-18s, full stop
Aren’t pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive
Are happy to come in for a free consultation first. No needle on the same day

I won’t treat you. Or I’ll ask you to wait. If you:

Are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive
Have an active skin infection in the treatment area
Have certain neuromuscular conditions. We’ll talk it through at consultation
Are taking specific antibiotics that interact with the medicine
Have wedding photos or a big event in the next 14 days. Results take that long to settle

On the day

From door to done.

First time? We start with a proper consultation. Free. 30 minutes. No needle.

When you come in for treatment, kettle on. We check your medical questionnaire. Anything new since last time. Any meds. Anything I should know. I clean the area. Mark a few injection points. Inject. Each one is a tiny scratch. Over in seconds. Whole appointment is about 20 minutes.

You can drive home. Light makeup is fine after a few hours. Most clients go straight back to work. Or to pick up the kids.

Aftercare

The 24 hours rules.

Stay upright for 4 hours. No lying flat, no leaning over
No strenuous exercise for 24 hours
No saunas, steam rooms or hot yoga for 24 hours
No facials or facial massage for 14 days
Sleep on your back if you can manage it for the first night
Mild redness or pinpoint marks for an hour or two are normal
Bruising is uncommon but possible. Arnica gel helps if it happens

Anything worries you in the first week? A bruise getting bigger. A feeling one side has dropped. WhatsApp me. I’d rather you ask than wonder.

Risks, openly

What I tell everyone.

No medical procedure is zero-risk. The common stuff is usually mild and settles on its own. A small bruise at an injection point. A headache for a day. Brief asymmetry that fixes by the 2-week review.

Rare complications include eyelid or brow drop. That usually resolves within weeks as the medicine wears off. Very rarely, an allergic reaction to the product. I’m trained to spot and manage these. We go through every risk at consultation. You sign a consent form. You leave with my direct number.

NMC-registered. Fully indemnified. On the regulators’ lists at NMC, Save Face and JCCP.

Common questions

Good to know.

Does it hurt?

Needles are ultra-fine. Most clients call it a tiny scratch. Whole treatment is under 10 minutes.

When do I see results?

Softening starts day 3. Full results around 14 days. I always invite you back for a 2-week review. Free.

How long does it last?

3 to 4 months for most clients. Results tend to last longer with regular, well-spaced treatments.

Will I look frozen?

Not the way I do it. The goal isn’t to stop movement. It’s to soften it. You should still look like you. Still expressive. Just with lines that don’t settle in as deeply.

What’s the difference between Botox and anti-wrinkle injections?

“Botox” is one brand name for botulinum toxin Type A. That’s the active ingredient. There are several brands. Botox, Azzalure, Bocouture, Alluzience. They all work the same way. The bigger question is who’s injecting and at what dose. Not which brand.

Can I have it if I’m trying to get pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding?

Not during pregnancy or breastfeeding. We wait. If you’re trying, there’s no published data showing a problem. But I usually suggest pausing until after.

Can I exercise after treatment?

Not for 24 hours. After that, back to normal. The 24-hour rule keeps the medicine where I placed it. Heavy exercise can shift it.

Will I be able to drive home?

Yes. No anaesthetic. No sedation. The injection is a tiny scratch. Appointment is under 20 minutes.

What if something doesn’t settle right at the 2-week review?

Small tweaks at the 2-week review are on the house. Not a sales line. It’s how I make sure every result is even and right. If dose or pattern needs adjusting next time, we’ll do it.

Do you treat 4 or 5 areas?

Yes. That moves into “advanced anti-wrinkle”. Brow lift. Lip flip. Masseter (jaw slimming). Gummy smile. Neck lift. Smokers’ lines. All listed on the Advanced Anti-Wrinkle page from £150.

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