Wrinkle Reduction
Prices from £230
Prevent and Soften Lines
Over time, natural facial expressions form wrinkles and fine lines. If left untreated, they deepen with age. Temporary injections that last about three months can both prevent and treat these lines. Treatment is quick, usually around ten minutes, with minimal downtime, so you can carry on with your day.
We always recommend prevention. A good time to start is when faint lines are visible even at rest, often around age 30. Deeper wrinkles can still be improved, though they may need a few sessions to reach the best result. It’s never too late to start treating wrinkles and fine lines.
Is this treatment for me?
If you are noticing:
- Forehead lines that stay visible even when your face is at rest
- Frown “11” lines that make you look tired or tense
- Crow’s feet from smiling or squinting that are starting to linger
- Bunny lines or fine lip lines that deepen with movement
What can I expect?
- Softer, smoother skin with fine lines visibly reduced
- A fresher, more rested look that still feels like you
Natural movement preserved without a “frozen” finish - With consistent treatment, lines are less likely to deepen over time
Our Method
Step one
Comprehensive Consultation
In a comprehensive consultation, we’ll discuss your medical and cosmetic history in detail and invite you to share ideas, goals and any concerns.
We’ll examine your skin at rest and with expression to understand how lines form. With your consent, we take photographs from several angles, including profile, to guide planning and track results.
Treatment Planning
Your unique facial anatomy informs a personalised plan for natural-looking results. There is no one-size-fits-all option when it comes to the face.
We explain how your anatomy guides technique and approach, and why specific areas may benefit most. The plan is bespoke and aligned with your features and goals.
Preparation & Final Checks
Before any injections, your skin is cleansed with a gentle, hypoallergenic cleanser. (Arriving without makeup helps keep things efficient.)
This step ensures a hygienic and safe procedure in a calm setting. We confirm the plan with you and answer any final questions.
Treatment & Results
The injecting stage typically lasts about ten minutes. Most people find it comfortable, though it can feel like a brief sharp scratch.
Small red bumps at injection sites usually settle within 15 minutes. Initial smoothing appears after about one week, with full results at two weeks.
As a Blackheath Clinic patient, you’ll also receive a tailored medical-grade skincare plan to support and maintain your results, guided by your complimentary Zemits VeraFace 12-factor AI skin analysis.
Treatment Areas
Caring For Your Skin
Pre-care
- If possible and safe, avoid taking ibuprofen, aspirin, omega-3 fish oil and high-dose vitamin E for one week prior to your appointment.
- Skip harsh skincare such as retinoids and acids for two days before.
- Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing or using hair removal cream near the area for two days before.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before.
- Arrive with a clean face and no makeup.
Post-care
- Refrain from touching the area for six hours, or applying makeup for twelve hours.
- Try to sleep on your back for the first night after treatment.
- Opt for gentle skincare for the first 24 hours and avoid retinoids and acids.
- You may take paracetamol if needed. Avoid ibuprofen, aspirin, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin E and alcohol for 48 hours.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy sweating, hot showers, saunas and steam rooms for 24 hours.
- Shield the area from direct sun for 24 hours.
- Avoid facial massages, microneedling, dermarolling, dermal fillers and semi-permanent makeup on the same area for four weeks.
- Book repeat treatment at around three months to maintain results.
Your skin, your plan.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Blackheath Clinic, where a considered consultation is the first step to beautifully natural results.
Call: 0203 668 2187
“Wrinkle treatments should never freeze your personality. My aim is always to soften lines in a way that looks fresh and natural, so you still look like yourself, but just a more rested version.”
Often Combined With Wrinkle Reduction
Our Aesthetics Team
Dr Mihaela Plugaru
Mihaela is a medically trained aesthetic doctor with a strong background in facial anatomy and precision techniques. She graduated from the Gr. T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania, where she developed a deep understanding of surgical and facial procedures before focusing her career on aesthetic medicine.
Our Patient Review

I was understandably very worried and was able to book an appointment within just a couple of hours. From the moment we met him, Dr Mac Sweeney was kind, reassuring, professional and genuinely caring. He took the time to listen, explained everything clearly, and made us feel that my husband was in very safe hands.
What impressed me most was that his care did not stop when we left the consultation. He followed up on several occasions to check on my husband's progress, prescribed more medicine and even went out of his way to provide a letter for our insurance company, which was incredibly helpful.
In a world where good service can sometimes feel hard to find, Dr Mac Sweeney demonstrated a level of compassion and personal attention that was truly exceptional. The fee was also very reasonable, especially given the time, care and support we received.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Dr Mac Sweeney to anyone needing medical assistance and will always be grateful for the kindness he showed to both of us. If I lived in London I would most certainly subscribe to his membership scheme so he could deal with all my family's medical needs.


The clinic has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with a fresh, calming scent that immediately creates a welcoming environment. Everything was explained clearly and professionally, making the whole experience completely stress-free.
I particularly appreciated the expert advice and felt comfortable throughout. I would highly recommend The Blackheath Clinic to anyone looking for a professional, patient-focused service.


As I entered the tastefully curated space, I encountered one of the rarest of things: a polite, smiling and genuinely welcoming receptionist. In fact, she was so warm and courteous that I briefly wondered whether I had wandered into an upmarket spa by mistake.
Then I met Dr Sweeney. He was charming, courteous, friendly and thoroughly professional, with the kind of bedside manner that reminds you what general practice can be at its best: attentive, humane and quietly confident. He came across as someone who takes real pride in his work and genuinely cares for his patients.
The whole experience felt like stepping back into a time when patients were warmly received and doctors truly doctored. As I was leaving, Dr Sweeney mentioned that he was off on a home visit. A GP doing a home visit in 2026? I was so astonished I nearly needed examining all over again.
Join this practice quickly before word gets out and the list fills up. This is care delivered by people who genuinely care, and that feels all too rare these days

I had lip filler and RRS Long Lasting skin boosters, and she took the time to explain everything clearly, answer all my questions, and ensure I felt confident about the treatments. Her attention to detail and gentle approach really stood out, and I couldn’t be happier with the results.
Dr Micha Plugaru truly combines expertise with a warm, personal touch. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering aesthetic treatments — you’re in the safest and most caring hands.