Where To Get The Best Botox In London

By CTH Editors

3 weeks ago

(And what you need to know before getting it)


Looking for the best Botox clinics in London and not sure where to start? You’re not alone: ‘an estimated 900,000 cosmetic botulinum toxins (BoNT) injections are performed annually’ in the UK. Our guide features the best practitioners offering anti-wrinkle injections like Botox in the capital including Dr Dean Rhobaye, Dr Sebagh and Dr Rita Rakus, plus some expert advice to getting the most out of your treatment, from some of the industry’s most experienced practitioners.

How were entries chosen for our guide to the best Botox practitioners in London?

The Country & Town House editorial team took a meticulous approach to curating this guide, consulting cosmetic doctors, reviewing practitioner credentials, analysing patient feedback alongside our own experiences and weighing up years of practice, as well as industry awards and wider recognition. Each practitioner was assessed against a rigorous set of criteria, including GMC registration, the length of time they have been performing anti-wrinkle injections, patient satisfaction, natural-looking results, safety record and professional reputation, to ensure only the most trusted names were included in our guide. This is an independent editorial guide. Botox is a registered trademark of Allergan and a prescription-only medicine. The practitioners featured may use a range of botulinum toxin products. Anti-wrinkle injections must be prescribed and administered by a qualified medical professional following a consultation. You can check out our annual Aesthetics Guide for more writing by some of the biggest names in the industry, edited by Annabel Jones.

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Dr Dean Rhobaye

When it comes to finding the best injectables in London, start with Dr Dean Rhobaye – whose Sloane Clinic on Harley Street takes a holistic approach to cosmetic procedures. His Dynamic Mapping technique involves working with patients to identify exactly the points that will benefit from anti-wrinkle injections. Dr Dean has more than 20 years of experience in aesthetic medicine and surgery, with a background in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. With his signature Dynamic Mapping technique, he achieves natural-looking results for his clients, optimising facial proportions and reducing the appearance of fine lines and sagging. His appointments are 45-minutes, with a follow up two weeks later, to allow for a fully tailored approach and to ensure that he works with patients to understand exactly what they hope to achieve from their treatments. Beyond injectables, Rhobaye places significant emphasis on the importance of skincare and lifestyle factors to enable the clients he works with to get the most out of their skincare regimes and achieve realistic, long-term results.

BOOK: Visit sloaneclinic.com or follow Dean on Instagram for more information and to book an appointment.

(We have reviewed Dean Rhobaye’s ‘Laser Light Cocktail’ treatment, too: read about it here.)

Dr Sebagh

Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh is a world-renowned cosmetic doctor who pioneered injectable treatments in the UK in the 1990s. With 40 years’ experience, his Marylebone clinic is known for bespoke, natural-looking results using precise injectables to enhance individual features and maintain a youthful appearance. Patients benefit from his ‘ageing-maintenance’ philosophy, small, subtle adjustments over time, avoiding an overdone look. Consultations are thorough, focusing on patient safety and gradual improvement. His clinic also offers award-winning skincare to boost results between treatments. Discretion is key: expect refreshed skin, not a frozen face.

BOOK: Visit drsebagh.com for more information and to book an appointment.

Dr Haus

Dr Ariel Haus is the only Brazilian dermatologist with a clinic on Harley Street. After qualifying as a doctor in Rio de Janeiro over 15 years ago, Dr Haus has completed further post-graduate study in the fields of dermatology, aesthetic medicine and anti-ageing medicine. Registered as a medical practitioner in Brazil and the UK, in addition to his private clinics, Dr Haus also works for the NHS treating patients with psoriasis and skin cancer.

BOOK: Visit drhausdermatology.com for more information and to book an appointment.

Mr Golchin

Mr Kambiz Golchin is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and part of the General Medical Council UK and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. Trained as an otolaryngology surgeon (ear, nose and throat, along with head and neck) and practising as a facial plastic surgeon for 12 years, it’s safe to say you’re in safe hands. As skilled with a needle as he is a knife, Golchin is one of the most highly respected UK trainers for Allergan.

BOOK: Visit kambizgolchin.com for more information and to book an appointment.

Dr Nabet

Dr Jules Nabet is a French cosmetic doctor, considered one of the original and top injectables practitioners – and now one of the best in London. A member of the General Medical Council, with over 25 years experience in his specialised field of aesthetics, Dr Jules Nabet is also credited with pioneering the ‘Botox Pen’. This motorised syringe holder drives a minutely precise amount of the toxin into the skin, to ensure a smooth and highly targeted delivery. With none of the pressure of a needle, there’s said to be 50 per cent less pain than normal cosmetic injections. Dr Nabet says: ‘As each face is unique, results vary from person to person. This depends on how strong their facial muscles are and the particular issues they are trying to correct. I usually inject from eight to 10 pricks high on the forehead, then around 1cm away from the eyes to open them up. Clients also want help relieving tension headaches and migraines with neurotoxin injectables like Botox.’ The latter including his daughter, who he has been injecting since she was 18 to treat her migraines. A true indication of his trust in this product if ever we’ve heard one.

BOOK: Visit omniya.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.

Dr Uliana Gout

For those in the know, Dr Uliana Gout remains one of the most sought-after and discreet doctors in Regenerative Aesthetic Medicine. Former President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) and Scientific Director of major international congresses, she is a globally respected educator, author and pioneer of her signature philosophy that extends far beyond wrinkles. Her focus is the relationship between facial muscle behaviour, tension patterns, skin health and the ageing process itself. Her signature LAM Hyper-Personalised Consultation and pioneering LAM Muscle Training approach have earned her a reputation for exceptionally precise, personalised, subtle but powerful treatments. Often described by patients as the queen of nano-injections, she focuses on refining movement rather than freezing it, creating results that look snatched, fresher, healthier and entirely natural.

BOOK: WhatsApp/text Clinic on 07858 668579 or visit london-aesthetic-medicine.com.

Devonshire Dermatology

Devonshire Dermatology, London was founded by Dr Christopher Rowland Payne and is one of the UK’s most respected consultant dermatologists. The clinic offers an extensive range of skin and hair services from routine mole checks and skin cancer surgery to advanced cosmetic treatments tailored to individual needs. Its cosmetic dermatology portfolio includes bespoke anti-wrinkle treatments – expertly administered by experienced dermatologists – alongside dermal fillers, energy-based therapies and non-surgical rejuvenation. Interesting fact: no one else in London has been using anti-wrinkle injections like Botox cosmetically longer than Dr Rowland Payne, so you’re in safe hands.

BOOK: Visit devonshiredermatology.co.uk or call 020 3831 3881 for more information and to book an appointment.

Rakus Clinic

A long-standing name in London aesthetics, and known as the ‘lip queen’, the Rakus Clinic in Knightsbridge is led by Dr Rita Rakus, whose reputation for natural-looking results has made the clinic a go-to for very subtle anti-wrinkle treatments. Dr Rita’s approach is tailored to facial structure and expression patterns, with a focus on softening fine lines without leaving the face looking frozen; treatments typically take 15-30 minutes, with results appearing in 3-5 days and lasting around 3-4 months. The clinic also offers anti-wrinkle injections for a range of concerns beyond cosmetic line-smoothing, including jaw tension, excessive sweating and migraines.

BOOK: Visit rakusclinic.com for more information and to book an appointment.

What Should You Know Before You Go?

Anti-wrinkle neurotoxin injections use botulinum toxin to block signals from nerves that cause muscles to contract. This effectively smooths wrinkles by disabling the muscles in key areas of the face to move. As the popularity of anti-wrinkle treatments increases, the number of practitioners in London continues to increase. But while the treatments share the same aim and materials, the results will vary depending on the practitioner.

What Is Botox?

Botox is the brand name given to botulinum toxin by Allergan. It’s a neurotoxin that blocks nerve signals to muscles, preventing them from contracting – and is injected into muscles to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face – such as crow’s feet, frown lines and forehead lines.

The safety of botulinum toxin has been proven over 30 years of medical use and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave approval for it to be used as a cosmetic for the temporary improvement of frown lines almost 20 years ago.

How It Works

As we age the muscles in our face start to contract and this process forms wrinkles. Botulinum toxin blocks the release of the neurotransmitter that causes this contraction, so the injected muscle relaxes, which in turn softens lines and wrinkles. Botulinum toxin can also be used to lift drooping brows, heavy lids and even the corners of the mouth. It can take as little as fifteen minutes to administer, and on average patients can start to see the effects of the procedure within three days to two weeks.

How does Botox feel? Journalist Emma Whitehair says: ‘I start feeling a kind of creeping paralysis after a week. The strange sensation is worth it for the instantly smoothed complexion, which lasts up to six months. By treating the muscles over time, lines and wrinkles will appear less severe because the muscles are being trained to relax. It can also be considered a preventative measure and the best time to start is when you first spot lines while your face is relaxed. For me, that was at 40, but 35 is the average age of female clientele for Botox [anti-wrinkle injections] in the UK.’

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Ariel Haus

Are Tailored Results Best?

Dean Rhobaye at the Sloane Clinic uses a technique called Dynamic Mapping to tailor treatment to the individual. He told us: ‘The problem is that the vast majority of practitioners learn how to inject Botox [botulinum toxin] on a one or two day course. They get shown a template and then they use that template for injecting, almost like a one size fits all. This doesn’t work, as there are big inconsistencies between muscular structures of individuals. You’ve got to tailor the injection points according to the specific anatomy of the patient.’ Failing to tailor the injection to the individual can end up in areas being over, or under treated. Opting for a practitioner that uses a tailored approach to the treatment is important, and for this reason, Dean recommends being wary of practitioners that offer very short appointments without a follow-up.

Find A Practitioner

The UK is the only country in the world where someone who is not a qualified doctor can be trained to legally inject neurotoxin injections like Botox, which can make it slightly more difficult to find a safe practitioner in London and further afield. As a general rule of thumb, use this checklist:

  • Be wary of the term ‘cosmetic specialist’, this can apply to a dentist or nurse.
  • Run a background check on a doctor’s credentials. Some of the biggest ‘stars’ of Harley Street don’t have doctorates that include training in the complex anatomical workings of the face. 
  • It’s illegal to advertise Botox by name – so avoid any practitioners who do so.

We’re talking about changing how your face will move here, so invest in seeing a skilled doctor with the relevant experience, such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon, who by virtue of their long period of training, will have received intensive study in the complex layers of blood vessels, arteries and nerves underneath the skin surface. Also note this is not a risk-free procedure even in skilled hands. So ensure your practitioner would know exactly what to do, in the unlikely event that something does go wrong.

Anti-Wrinkle Injections FAQ

What Is The Average Cost Of Anti-Wrinkle Injections In London?

Prices for anti-wrinkle injections like Botox in London typically start at around £200 and can rise to £500 or more, depending on the practitioner’s experience, the number of areas treated and the overall complexity of the treatment. Premium clinics and highly sought-after injectors may charge more, particularly for bespoke treatment plans.

How Long Do Anti-Wrinkle Injections Last?

Botox usually lasts around three to four months, though this can vary from person to person. Factors such as metabolism, dosage, the area treated and how regularly you have the treatment can all influence how long the results remain visible. Once you’ve had regular treatment of problem areas, you may find that previously noticeable lines no longer return, due to lasting muscle memory changes.

Are Anti-Wrinkle Injections Like Botox Safe?

Injectables like Botox are generally considered safe when carried out by a qualified medical professional with the correct training and experience. As with any injectable treatment, the key is choosing a reputable practitioner who understands facial anatomy, uses approved products and carries out a proper consultation beforehand.

How Do I Choose A Good Practitioner?

Look for a GMC-registered doctor or appropriately qualified medical professional with substantial experience in aesthetic injections. It is also worth checking patient reviews, natural-looking before-and-after results, safety standards and whether the clinic offers a thorough consultation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Our list is a good place to start.

Will Anti-Wrinkle Injections Like Botox Make Me Look Frozen?

Not if it is done well. A skilled injector should aim to soften lines while preserving movement and expression, which is why technique and restraint matter just as much as the product itself.

When Will I See Results?

Most people begin to notice results within three to five days, with the full effect typically settling in after around two weeks. This can vary slightly depending on the area treated and the individual response.

Is There Any Downtime?

These sort of injectables are considered a ‘lunchtime treatment’ with minimal downtime for most patients. You may experience mild redness, swelling or tiny injection marks immediately after treatment, but these usually settle quickly.

Who Should Avoid Anti-Wrinkle Injections?

Anti-wrinkle injections are not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for those with certain neurological conditions or allergies to ingredients in the treatment. A proper medical consultation is essential to confirm suitability before proceeding, and the right practitioner will always ask the right questions.