Getting Rid of and Preventing Forehead Wrinkles, According to Experts

Nowadays, there are so many anti-aging solutions, firming products, and smoothing treatments on the market that it's virtually impossible to tell which products actually work and which don't — not to mention that wrinkle-free skin doesn't exactly come cheap. Sure, forehead wrinkles are a natural part of aging, but that doesn't necessarily mean we have to sit back, relax, and enjoy every time they crease our flawless makeup application, right?

If you've tried "wrinkle-erasing" product after product with little to no results, you're not alone. To save you the time and money of trial and error, we spoke to skincare experts Dr. Jennifer MacGregor, M.D. and Sai Demirovic to figure out proven treatments — topical, injectable, and non-invasive — that will get rid of those fine lines for good.

Keep scrolling for 11 expert-approved ways to get rid of forehead wrinkles, stat.

Choose Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients

Believe it or not, there are some amazing topical products on the market that effectively treat forehead wrinkles if they're bothering you, Dr. MacGregor told us. 

"Inflammation tears up collagen and destroys skin," she said. 

Look for products that contain mild niacinamide, colloidal oatmeal, and dimethicone to gently reduce any inflammation you may be experiencing.

Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize

Next, you'll want to incorporate products containing glycolic and hyaluronic acids to hydrate and plump, as well as protectants/occlusives (castor oil or vaseline) to lock in any of the moisture provided by the acids.

Try a Stronger Topical

If you're still struggling to smooth wrinkles, Dr. MacGregor suggested trying active topicals containing tretinoin, retinol, antioxidants, peptides, and magnesium. However, keep in mind that a common side effect of using tretinoin and retinol is irritation. Consider starting out with a less concentrated formula of these vitamin A derivatives until your skin adapts.

Slap on a Wrinkle Patch

According to Demirovic, a wrinkle patch, like the SiO Face Lift ($50), can help to combat wrinkles by temporarily "freezing" muscles in the forehead. This can be a great, less invasive alternative to injectables (more on those below) and is a breeze to use.

Do a Chemical Peel

There are also plenty of non-invasive treatments that can reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, usually over time with multiple treatments, said Demirovic. For instance, by sloughing off dead skin, chemical peels reduce the appearance of thin, fine lines, noted Demirovic. You can try this treatment at home or in the office, but if you opt for the former, consult your dermatologist first.

Try Microneedling

Gaining popularity in recent years, this treatment can soften lines by resurfacing and increasing collagen production, suggested Demirovic. However, if you're looking for a bit more strength to tighten your skin, try radio frequency microneedling. This treatment stamps tiny needles into the skin with radio frequency to tighten its appearance for about a year, added Demirovic.

Consider Fibroblast Skin Tightening

Demirovic explained that this cosmetic enhancement uses a tiny needle that doesn't touch the skin but creates a "plasma arc" to tighten it. The result is tightened and lifted skin, as well as the minimized appearance of forehead wrinkles.

Turn to Laser Treatments

To diminish the appearance of frown lines, lasers stimulate the production of a new healthy collagen matrix, Dr. MacGregor told us. "This means the skin looks and behaves younger," Dr. MacGregor added. 

There are several laser treatment options available, but not all are recommended for darker skin tones. So talk to your doctor first about which is right for you.

Give Botox a Try

Perhaps the easiest and quickest way to see an immediate result is by getting injectables. According to Dr. MacGregor, there are various procedures that can reduce forehead wrinkles. 

"Botox relaxes the pull of facial and skin musculature, which causes creasing and crepy texture as well as reducing the appearance of pores through the same effect," said Dr. MacGregor. 

This will result in fewer expression lines and smoother skin over time.

Opt for Fillers

If deep lines have already set in, fillers can be a great way to smooth the surface of the skin, suggested Dr. MacGregor. 

You may also want to try diluted collagen stimulators, which can even include your own blood plasma to smooth and stimulate younger, healthier collagen, noted Dr. MacGregor.

Go for a Combined Approach

Both experts agree that the best way to effectively treat forehead wrinkles is with a well-rounded approach, meaning a combination of non-invasive treatments, topicals, and injections. 

"Botox is always a quick fix and will offer a great improvement, but if you have very deep fine lines that you have never been treated before, you may need to complement this with microneedling or fillers," Demirovic said.